FELXO PRINTING SUPERVISOR in Jubail

Key Responsibilities:

Shift Leadership:

• Assign operators and helpers; conduct pre‑shift briefings and end‑of‑shift handovers.

• Verify readiness of jobs (plates/sleeves, inks, anilox, substrates, approvals).

• Ensure adherence to SOPs, work instructions, and visual standards.

Production Planning & Control:

• Execute the daily/weekly production plan; sequence jobs to minimize changeovers.

• Monitor run speeds, uptime, material usage, and WIP levels.

• Escalate risks to plan and coordinate recovery actions.

Quality & Color Management:

• Approve first‑article samples; verify color to Pantone/L*a*b* targets and tolerances.

• Audit in‑process checks (registration, impression, defects, barcodes) and react promptly.

• Lead investigations for non‑conformances; implement and verify CAPA effectiveness.

Process Improvement & Lean:

• Reduce setup/changeover times and standardize best practices.

• Track and improve OEE, waste %, and right‑first‑time metrics.

• Facilitate 5S, visual management, and activities at the presses.

Maintenance Coordination:

• Log issues; prioritize and coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance.

• Ensure proper care of anilox/doctor blade systems and plate/sleeve handling.

• Verify machine safety devices and interlocks are functional.

Materials & Inventory Control:

• Verify materials against job tickets; manage ink, plate/sleeve, anilox, and substrate inventories.

• Control returns of partials and ensure accurate scrap and consumption recording.

• Request replenishments and prevent stock‑outs.

Compliance & Safety (EHS):

• Enforce PPE use, chemical handling (MSDS), and safe machine operation.

• Conduct toolbox talks and near‑miss reporting; lead incident responses and corrective actions.

• Ensure area passes audits for safety, GMP/food safety (if applicable), and housekeeping.

Reporting & Documentation:

• Issue daily production reports (output, OEE, waste, downtime) and shift logs.

• Maintain job records, QC records, and traceability per policy.

• Support customer, certification, and internal audits with accurate documentation.

Customer & Technical Support:

• Support trials, new product introductions, and customer sample approvals.

• Communicate print feasibility, limitations, and improvement suggestions to Sales/Technical.

• Coordinate with Prepress/Graphics for artwork, plates, and color standards.

People Development & Training:

• Maintain skill matrices; coach and train operators on SOPs, quality, and safety.

• Conduct performance reviews and address attendance/discipline issues.

• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous learning.