Production In-Charge - Fire Rated Steel Doors

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and supervise fire rated steel door production to meet targets, quality standards and delivery schedules.

• Coordinate day-to-day workshop activities including cutting, welding, assembly, glazing, hardware fitting, painting and final inspection.

• Allocate resources and prepare daily/weekly production schedules; monitor progress to ensure timely completion.

• Ensure doors are manufactured and tested to required fire ratings and comply with standards, client specifications and company procedures.

• Inspect incoming materials/components for compliance and raise non-conformance reports as needed.

• Carry out quality control at key production stages and maintain accurate production and inspection records.

• Supervise and train staff, promote safe working practices and conduct toolbox talks and on-the-job coaching.

• Manage equipment, tooling and consumables; coordinate maintenance and report faults to minimise downtime.

• Coordinate with engineering, quality, procurement and logistics to resolve issues and ensure drawings and materials are available.

• Prepare daily and weekly production reports covering output, scrap, rework, manpower utilisation and schedule progress.

• Drive continuous improvement to increase productivity, reduce waste and improve quality and consistency.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental policies and maintain a clean, organised workshop.

Technical Responsibilities

• Read and interpret manufacturing drawings, shop drawings and technical specifications for fire rated steel doors, frames and hardware.

• Apply knowledge of materials, welding, metal fabrication and surface preparation for fire rated door manufacture.

• Understand fire testing requirements that impact certification.

• Ensure correct installation and adjustment of door hardware, seals and ironmongery for performance and durability.

• Support testing and commissioning, assist with sample builds and remedial actions to achieve required fire rating performance.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in manufacturing or production supervision, preferably in steel door, metal fabrication or related building products.

• Experience in cutting, welding, assembly, finishing and quality inspection.

• Working knowledge of fire rated door construction and certification requirements or willingness to learn applicable standards.

• Ability to read technical drawings, bill of materials and production documentation.

• Strong leadership, communication and team-management skills.

• Practical problem-solving skills, attention to detail and commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

• Competent in production reporting and record keeping; comfortable using digital tools for tracking output.

• Valid UAE Driving Licence preferred.

• Willingness to work additional hours and visit project sites or clients as required.