Phosphate Operator II Machine Shop

About the Role

Weatherford is seeking a Phosphate Operator II Machine Shop to join our team in Al Khobar, Eastern Province. This full-time role is responsible for the operation, monitoring, and maintenance of phosphating line equipment and associated surface treatment processes. The position ensures that components are prepared, treated, inspected, and documented according to quality, safety, and environmental standards.

Role Overview

The Phosphate Operator II plays a key role in maintaining coating integrity, process efficiency, and equipment reliability. This position ensures compliance with company HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) and quality requirements, contributing to the overall operational excellence within the machine shop environment. Candidates should have 0-1 years of experience in a relevant field.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate phosphating line processes, including degreasing, pickling, phosphating, rinsing, and drying operations.
• Prepare components for treatment through cleaning, masking, handling, and staging activities.
• Monitor and control process parameters such as chemical concentration, temperature, pH levels, and immersion times.
• Perform chemical preparation, bath maintenance, replenishment, and monitoring activities.
• Inspect coated components to ensure coating thickness, uniformity, adhesion, and quality requirements are achieved.
• Conduct routine maintenance of tanks, pumps, conveyors, and associated process equipment.
• Troubleshoot minor operational and equipment issues and support process adjustments when required.
• Maintain accurate operational records, inspection reports, and process documentation.
• Coordinate with QA/QC personnel on inspections, quality concerns, and non-conformance resolutions.
• Ensure compliance with all HSE procedures related to chemical handling, waste disposal, and environmental protection.
• Report unsafe conditions and exercise stop-work authority when immediate HSE or quality risks are identified.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, efficiency, quality, and productivity.
• Promote effective communication and teamwork across production, quality, and operations functions.
• Utilize materials, chemicals, and equipment responsibly to minimize waste and control operating costs.

Experience and Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in phosphating operations or a related surface treatment field.
• Understanding of chemical handling, safety protocols, and environmental regulations.
• Ability to monitor process parameters and perform basic troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in maintaining accurate records and documentation.

Work Environment

This full-time position is based in Al Khobar, Eastern Province, within a machine shop environment. The role requires adherence to strict safety and quality standards.

Application Information

Weatherford offers a professional work environment focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement. Salary details for this position will be discussed during the interview process.