A steel rolling mill in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Sharpening / MC Operator to operate and maintain roll sharpening and grinding (MC) machines. The role involves performing roll grinding, sharpening, dressing and polishing as per production requirements, ensuring rolls meet dimensional accuracy and quality standards before returning to the rolling mill line.
About the Role — Roll Grinding & Sharpening
Job Code: 6141
Core Function: Roll sharpening, grinding, dressing and polishing for rolling mill operations
Precision Focus: Inspecting rolls for wear, defects and dimensional accuracy
Team Coordination: Working closely with the rolling mill team for timely roll availability
Career Opportunity & Industry Demand
Specialist Skill: Roll sharpening and grinding is a highly specialized steel industry trade
Immediate Start: Immediate joiners or candidates available on short notice are preferred
Skill Development: Build deep expertise in machine calibration, roll maintenance and quality control
Career Growth: Establish a long-term technical career within the UAE’s steel manufacturing sector
Position Overview
This Sharpening / MC Operator role involves operating and maintaining roll sharpening/grinding machines used in the rolling mill, performing roll grinding, sharpening, dressing and polishing as per production requirements, inspecting rolls for wear and dimensional accuracy, ensuring proper machine setup and calibration, coordinating with the rolling mill team for timely roll availability, and following all safety, quality and maintenance procedures.
Why This Role Matters: As a Sharpening / MC Operator, you keep the rolling mill running at peak precision by ensuring every roll meets tight dimensional tolerances, apply hands-on grinding and machine calibration expertise daily, coordinate closely with the rolling mill team to avoid production delays, uphold strict safety and quality standards, and build a specialized technical trade career within the steel manufacturing industry.
Key Responsibilities
Machine Operation & Maintenance
- Operate and maintain roll sharpening/grinding (MC) machines used in the rolling mill
- Ensure proper machine setup, calibration and maintenance for consistent quality
Roll Grinding & Sharpening
- Perform roll grinding, sharpening, dressing and polishing as per production requirements
- Inspect rolls for wear, defects and dimensional accuracy before and after grinding
Team Coordination
- Coordinate with the rolling mill team to ensure timely availability of prepared rolls
Safety & Quality Compliance
- Follow all safety, quality and maintenance procedures
- Maintain consistent dimensional tolerances and quality standards on every roll
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- High School, ITI or Diploma qualification
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a Sharpening / MC Operator in a steel rolling mill
- Hands-on experience with roll grinding, sharpening and machine operation
Essential Skills
- Good understanding of roll maintenance, dimensional tolerances and quality standards
- Ability to inspect rolls accurately for wear, defects and dimensional accuracy
- Good communication skills in English
Availability
- Immediate joiners or candidates available on short notice are preferred
About the Steel Rolling Mill Environment
This role sits within a steel rolling mill in Abu Dhabi, where precise roll sharpening and grinding directly support production quality and mill uptime. The Sharpening / MC Operator works alongside the rolling mill team, applying specialized machine calibration and roll maintenance skills to ensure every roll returned to production meets exact dimensional and quality standards under strict safety procedures.
Career Excellence: Apply specialized roll sharpening and grinding expertise within Abu Dhabi’s steel manufacturing sector.
Who Should Apply?
- Experienced MC Operators: With 3-5 years in a steel rolling mill environment
- Roll Grinding Specialists: Skilled in sharpening, dressing and polishing rolls to precise tolerances
- ITI / Diploma Holders: With technical training in machine operation
- Quality-Focused Technicians: Comfortable inspecting rolls for wear and dimensional accuracy
- Immediate Joiners: Available to start on short notice in Abu Dhabi
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