Processing Team Leader (Meat Processing Unit)

GMG; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global well-being company in Dubai is looking for a Processing Team Leader within the Food division. In this role, you will oversee daily production activities, coordinate workflow, and ensure safety and quality standards are met. Candidates should have 2-3 years of experience in food processing, a diploma in production management, and certification in food safety and quality control. Fluency in English is required, and knowledge of Arabic is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years experience in Food Processing is required.
• A diploma in Production Management is mandatory.
• Certification in Food Safety & Quality Control is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate workflow and assign tasks to team members.
• Ensure SOPs are followed and understood by team members.
• Supervise and support the processing team.
• Monitor production lines and resolve disruptions.
• Perform quality checks during processing stages.

Skills

Food Processing

Production Management

Food Safety & Quality Control

Fluency in English

Fluency in Arabic

Education

Diploma in Production Management

Certification in Food Safety & Quality Control

Job description

About GMG

GMG is a global well-being company retailing distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport food and health sectors. Its vision is to inspire people to win in ways that make the world better. Today GMGs investments span across four key verticals: GMG Sports GMG Food GMG Health and GMG Consumer Goods. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family it has become a leading global company affiliated with the worlds most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East North Africa and Asia GMG has introduced more than 120 brands into its markets.

About the Role

The incumbent serving as a Processing Team Leader within the Food division at GMG is responsible for overseeing daily production activities and ensuring efficient workflow within the processing line. Reporting to the Production Manager the incumbent provides guidance and coordination for processing staff to achieve high-quality output while adhering to safety and efficiency standards. The incumbent plays a pivotal role in maintaining production schedules quality control and fostering a cooperative work environment in the Everyday Goods division.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the workflow assign tasks to team members and monitor performance to ensure adherence to GMGs quality and safety standards.
• Ensure that all standard operating procedures (SOPs) are followed and that team members understand and comply with GMGs quality and safety guidelines.
• Supervise and support the processing team ensuring that production activities run smoothly and meet daily targets.
• Monitor production lines addressing any operational disruptions to maintain productivity and minimize downtime.
• Perform quality checks throughout processing stages identifying any deviations from specifications and collaborating with the Production Supervisor to resolve issues.
• Manage equipment usage report maintenance needs and ensure safe operation practices are followed.
• Track daily production metrics document performance and communicate updates to the Production Supervisor.
• Maintain accurate production records communicate daily targets and troubleshoot minor equipment issues in collaboration with the maintenance team.
• Play a key role in process improvements suggesting enhancements to workflow efficiency waste reduction resource optimization and addressing any challenges with the Production Manager.
• Train new staff on SOPs providing hands‑on assistance in handling equipment and ensuring proper sanitation and hygiene practices are followed on the production floor.
• Enforces compliance with safety regulations and prepares reports on production efficiency safety incidents and quality issues ensuring all data is accurately communicated to management.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• At least 2 -3 years in Food Processing
• Diploma in Production Management
• Certification in Food Safety & Quality Control
• Fluency in English Language is required. Arabic Language is an advantage.