Operator/Technician - Float Bath, Lehr & Solar Cool

About the role

Emirates Float Glass L.L.C. (EFG) is hiring an experienced Operator/Technician for its float glass manufacturing operations in Abu Dhabi. The role supports the safe and efficient operation of the Tin Bath, Annealing Lehr and Solar Cool coating processes through field inspections, process monitoring, equipment and material preparation, quality checks and maintenance support.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out regular field and visual inspections and complete operational check sheets.
• Monitor and maintain process parameters for Tin Bath, Lehr and Solar Cool operations, and make adjustments as instructed by the Engineer/Supervisor.
• Report immediately any process deviations, equipment abnormalities or safety concerns.
• Perform specialized activities on the SO2 Room, Tin Bath, Lehr and Solar Cool systems, and manually measure Annealing Lehr temperatures to verify online indicators.
• Monitor glass surface quality and support preventive and corrective actions to reduce defects.
• Prepare and maintain consumption records for SO2, Tin Bath consumables and Solar Cool raw materials, and record operating parameters for analysis.
• Monitor stocks of consumables, spare parts and PPE, and prepare tools for maintenance activities.
• Transfer, load and prepare slurry batches for Solar Cool and Vista Cool coating, and coordinate material collection from stores.
• Maintain housekeeping and follow safe work practices, IMS requirements and EHS policies.

Required profile

• Engineering diploma or college-level qualification in a relevant technical or engineering discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a process industry, preferably glass manufacturing; the job details state minimum 3 years.
• Good technical understanding of industrial operations and equipment, and mechanically inclined.
• Strong observation skills and attention to process parameters.
• Good understanding of workplace safety and safe operating practices.
• Good written and verbal English, and ability to coordinate with Operations, QA, Maintenance, Stores and other departments.
• Physically fit and comfortable in a plant, shop-floor and shift environment.