Maintenance JD-2021 - Date: 06-04-2021

Overview

As a Plant Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for ensuring our machinery and mechanical equipment's smooth operation. This will include installing new equipment, performing regular services and maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting equipment breakdowns.

To ensure success as a Plant Maintenance Technician, you should have advanced mechanical/electrical/plumbing knowledge of industrial machinery, excellent troubleshooting skills, and good time-management skills. Ultimately, a top-class Industrial Maintenance Technician boosts production by ensuring all production equipment functions correctly and receives regular maintenance.

As with all employees, the Plant Maintenance Technician will be responsible for ensuring professional ethics are never compromised, understanding and complying with company and regulatory policies and procedures, always treating all internal and external resources with respect, communicating, reinforcing, and leveraging the unique value of each individual and always acting with the highest degree of honesty and integrity. Models and acts in accordance with LATICRETE International's mission, vision, and core values.

The following key accountabilities ensure the critical success of this position:

1. Servicing and maintaining mechanical/electrical/plumbing equipment, including motors, conveyor systems, transmission systems, and production-related equipment.

2. Inspecting and assessing the functionality of production machines.

3. Troubleshooting mechanical breakdowns.

4. Adjusting mechanical parts using hand and machine tools.

5. Fabricating parts for repairs and machine upgrades.

6. Conducting routine maintenance and safety checks.

7. Communicating with the production team and maintaining a clean work area.

8. Preparing and submitting maintenance reports.

9. Carefully read manuals of equipment and interpret them to understand how to operate and maintain them properly

10. Inspect newly acquired equipment upon arrival, checking every part to be sure that they are working and meet up with industry standards before they are put to use in the factory

11. Strictly abide by safety regulations during manufacturing activities, keeping equipment in check to avoid mechanical hazards that could cause harm to operators and workers

12. Conduct regular knowledge-sharing toolbox meetings with the team.

13. Enroll in continuous training and education on technical maintenance practices to be updated with the latest maintenance techniques and be able to keep equipment in the best possible conditions

14. Supervise the purchase of new equipment, utilizing machine operation knowledge in choosing good quality machines for purchase; test machines to determine their durability; return inadequate quality equipment.

15. Maintain asset management records, analyze trends and proactively advise management.

Nonessential Job Functions:

Performs other directly related appropriate duties and assumes accountabilities as apparent or as delegated, including mutually agreed-upon objectives.

Job Specifications/Skills:

• Excellent troubleshooting skills.

• Basic computer and report writing skills.

• Good communication skills.

• Ability to lift and manipulate heavy equipment.

• Good time-management skills.

• Critical thinking ability to troubleshoot and detect malfunctioning

• Knowledge and implementation of the maintenance process.

• Possess the discipline to execute tasks without procrastination

• Team player who can also work independently.

• Valid driver's license for the applicable region.

Minimum Educational and Experience Requirements:

• Diploma/ Degree in Mechanical Engineering

• 5 to 7 -years industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing [construction industry, preferably TSIS & flooring related to set up]

• In-depth knowledge of mechanical/electrical/plumbing systems maintenance.

Travel: It may be required for out-of-country manufacturing plants as part of short projects or for training purposes.

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Forklift Operator JD-2021 - Date: 04-04-2021

Overview

Supports the operational teams in achieving the overall KPIs and operational targets and ensuring the highest standards of delivering the highest level of service, quality, and efficiency.

As with all employees, the Forklift Operator will be responsible for ensuring professional ethics are never compromised, understanding and complying with company and regulatory policies and procedures, always treating all internal and external resources with respect, communicating, reinforcing, and leveraging the unique value of each individual and always acting with the highest degree of honesty and integrity. Models and acts in accordance with LATICRETE International's mission, vision, and core values.

The following key accountabilities ensure the critical success of this position:

1. Operating and managing all warehouse and production activities on inbounds (receiving warehousing) and outbound (picking and loading), inspecting shipments, and labeling.

2. Accuracy- ensuring all internal and external delivery is accurate as per the requirements, inspecting shipments, and labeling.

3. Responsible for inventory

4. Overseeing order fulfillment

5. Health and safety (ensuring zero accidents on site)

6. Maintenance care.

Job Specifications/Skills:

1. Valid UAE forklift heavy and light-duty license

2. Patience

3. Communication

4. Attention to detail

5. Flexibility

6. Working well under pressure

7. Organization

Minimum Educational and Experience Requirements:

High School

Minimum four (4) years experience as a licensed forklift operator. Familiarity with mobile loading ramp, container loading/unloading, and loading onto warehouse racks.

Please note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Successful applicants will have to undergo a practical assessment during the interview process. This position requires a UAE-based candidate.

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Monthly salary, full time position, on an unlimited contract as per (United Arab Emirates) UAE Labour Law No. 8 of 1980.

Job Description:

Are you looking for a new challenge? Passionate about innovation? Want to work for a company that values integrity, teamwork and loyalty?

LATICRETE has been in business for over 60 years, family owned/operated for three generations, and are available in 100 countries.

We don't just make innovative, industry-leading products. We strive to connect with, engage with and improve the lives of our employees, our customers, our partners, and the global communities in which we operate.

We are seeking passionate and ambitious employees who want to make a difference not just within our organization, but within their communities and the world. If that sounds like you, then what are you waiting for? Join the family at LATICRETE Middle East LLC and expand your horizons!

Overview:

Under general supervision, responsible for performing accurate formulation and analytical tests in accordance with established company, ANSI, and ASTM procedures and/or other accepted methods, conducting moderately complex chemical studies, experiments on organic and/or inorganic compounds and materials, analyses, and tests which require technical knowledge and techniques in projects regarding organization research, production or operation. Utilizes independent judgment within general parameters to determine an appropriate approach. Recommends improvements in analytical equipment, procedures and techniques.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

• Independently formulate products to meet specified requirements under minimal supervision.

• Devise and conduct experiments to solve complex material problems.

• Work in multi-disciplinary teams.

• Responsible for documenting all work via approved methods along with sharing and teaching new science and technology to others.

• Independently process, analyze, and interpret results and data.

• Communicate results within R&D, cross-functional departments and Stage Gate Review meetings.

• Present ongoing work and findings to colleagues by summarizing research and/or development methodologies and results.

• Carry out field work by attending field trials.

• Interact with end-use customers and contractors to understand product usage, limitations, and needs.

• May supervise one or more chemist or technicians on a permanent or ad hoc basis.

• Contribute to a multifunctional team for scale up.

• Assist and guide the production scale-up of new products developed: Write batching formulas for the production department based upon completed and approved laboratory formulations; Personally become involved in the first plant batch of a new formula to evaluate the production process, formula and final product.

• Determine QC parameters for product testing.

• Maintain a clean working laboratory environment as well as properly working equipment. Ensure that all instruments that required periodic calibration and validation requirements do so per laboratory calibration/validation procedures.

• Document work continuously according to standard practice

• Summarize all project work in a formal end report.

• Comply with all laboratory, company, state and federal laboratory safety regulations.

Nonessential Job Functions:

Performs other directly related appropriate duties and assumes accountabilities as apparent or as delegated, including mutually agreed upon objectives.

Job Specifications/Skills:

• Must be experienced in batching, mixing and casting concrete, mortar or other cementitious materials following the appropriate standards (i.e., ASTM, ACI).

• Must have intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook and other internal software systems as required.

• Must be experienced in conducting laboratory tests following the ASTM and other related standards (i.e., ANSI, ACI).

• Must be able to work in team, especially in executing field trials.

• Must have a good work ethic, self-discipline, integrity and high motivation.

• Experience formulating products in a research and development lab environment for the construction industry, building products, or related industry required.

• Must have demonstrated analytical ability, be well organized, detail oriented, and systematic in documenting results.

• Proven work exposure to Production/Operations, Product Management, QC, ISO processes, Analytical Chemistry, Product Development, Finance, Accounting and Marketing departments.

• Team Cooperation - Maintain cooperative, professional attitude with all LATICRETE employees and customers.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English in order to write reports.

• Ability to organize and present results in a clear concise manner.

• Must be able to analyze data independently and apply specialized knowledge (e.g. DOE and statistical methods to solve problems).

• Must be a self-starter and able to multitask.

• Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds.

Minimum Educational Requirements:

• BA/BS in a physical science required, Chemistry or Construction Materials-related degree is highly preferred, MS is a plus. Minimum of 1- 3 years of relevant work experience in formulating construction materials, building products or related industry.

Travel:

• Intermediate percentage (as determined by operational requirements)

Please note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Successful applicants may have to undergo an assessment during the interview process.

Classification:

Monthly salary, full time position, on an unlimited contract as per (United Arab Emirates) UAE Labour Law No. 8 of 1980.

Job Description:

Are you looking for a new challenge? Passionate about sales? Want to work for a company that values integrity, teamwork and loyalty?

LATICRETE has been in business for over 60 years, family owned/operated for three generations, and are available in 100 countries.

We don't just make innovative, industry-leading products. We strive to connect with, engage with and improve the lives of our employees, our customers, our partners, and the global communities in which we operate.

We are seeking passionate and ambitious employees who want to make a difference not just within our organization, but within their communities and the world. If that sounds like you, then what are you waiting for? Join the family at LATICRETE Middle East LLC and expand your horizons!

Overview:

This position requires a professional mindset, with a hands on approach. An individual with an understanding of effective strategies required to sell successfully in any sales environment. Primary responsibility is obtaining increased sales in assigned market segments, calling on a network of installers/applicators and architects/engineers.

As with all employees, Technical Sales Executive is responsible for ensuring professional ethics are never compromised, understanding and complying with company and regulatory policies and procedures. Always treat all internal and external resources with respect, communicating, reinforcing and leveraging the unique value of each individual and always acting with the highest degree of honesty and integrity. Models and acts in accordance with company’s mission, vision and core values.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

• Learn company products, procedures, culture, and philosophy in dealing with current distributor, contractor, and applicator network.

• Function as key internal contact for architects, distributors and applicators/installers.

• Provide technical service to architects, contractors, and distributors to advise on proper material selection for specific applications with a primary focus on the LATICRETE flooring category of products.

• Continually evaluate the distributor and applicator framework to assure sufficient coverage, and maximum market penetration. Evaluate competitive situations and recommend appropriate tactics.

• Execute within the territory, regional and distributor, applicator level product launches, promotion programs and seminars.

• Coordinate planning for major trade exhibitions as assigned.

• Responsibility for maintenance of major Project files and Competitive Data files.

• Collections: ensuring realization as per agreed terms with customers.

• Sales review and reports, including Daily Sales Report.

• Sales forecasting: Monthly, Quarterly and Yearly forecasting, provided to the Sales Coordinator/Sales Manager/Head of Sales as per agreed timeline.

• Collection and reporting on: Market Intelligence. Provide new product ideas for the market to Head of R & D.

Nonessential Job Functions:

Performs other directly related appropriate duties and assumes accountabilities as apparent or as delegated, including mutually agreed upon objectives.

Job Specifications/Skills:

• Successful track record in sales and high ability in personal salesmanship.

• Minimum 2 years sales experience in the construction industry, flooring.

• Effective analytical and project management skills.

• Good contact network.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, good command of English. Communication in multiple languages will be preferred.

• Must possess the skills and physical ability to work with hands, applying flooring products, executing field trials, mock ups and demos.

• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.

• Ability to work with challenging clients and conditions.

• Endurance for long durations of business travel and late working hours.

• Computer skills: Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Intermediate knowledge of and functional proficiency in ERP and CRM systems

• Team Cooperation - maintain positive, cooperative, professional attitude with all LATICRETE employees and all customers.

• Exceptional presentation abilities.

• Creative thinking.

• Must have a good work ethic, self-discipline, integrity and high motivation.

• Ability to organize and present results in a clear concise manner.

• Must be a self-starter and able to multitask.

Minimum Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree preferred and/or work experience of minimum 1 to 2 years as per job description.

Travel:

• 90%

Please note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Successful applicants may have to undergo an assessment during the interview process. This position requires UAE market intelligence and experience.