Head of Production

Black & Grey HR; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR recruitment firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Head of Production for a marble and stone manufacturer. The candidate must have 8-10 years of proven experience in stone processing and factory operations, with at least 3-5 years in a senior role. Responsibilities include overseeing the production cycle, managing multi-disciplinary teams, and ensuring quality control. Attractive salary and benefits offered for qualified applicants.

Benefits

Attractive Salary & Benefits

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of proven experience in marble/stone processing and fabrication.
• At least 3-5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong technical knowledge of stone processing machinery.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee the complete production cycle.
• Manage production teams across factory and field operations.
• Develop and monitor production plans and schedules.
• Implement and enforce quality control systems.
• Track and analyze production KPIs for improvement.

Skills

Stone processing knowledge

Factory operations management

Production workflows

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Tools

CNC machines

Polishing lines

Water jet machines

Job description

Overview

Black & Grey HR is recruiting a Head of Production for a leading marble and stone manufacturer with a state-of-the-art facility in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in stone processing and factory operations with the ability to lead end-to-end production, optimize plant efficiency and maintain uncompromising quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee the complete production cycle: block receiving, slab cutting (gang saws, block cutters), polishing, resin treatment, edge profiling, finishing and site installation.
• Manage multi-disciplinary production teams across factory and field operations, ensuring adherence to production targets and quality benchmarks.
• Coordinate with project managers, site engineers and clients to align factory output with project timelines and specifications.
• Develop and monitor production plans, manpower schedules and preventive maintenance programs for equipment (CNC machines, polishing lines, bridge cutters, water jet machines, etc.).
• Implement and enforce quality control systems, HSE standards and ISO procedures to ensure compliance with international certifications.
• Track and analyze production KPIs (yield, rejection rates, downtime, throughput) and drive continuous process improvement.
• Manage raw material handling, inventory control and logistics coordination for imported marble blocks and slabs.
• Lead cost-optimization initiatives while safeguarding product integrity and premium craftsmanship.

Requirements

• 8-10 years of proven experience in marble/stone processing and fabrication with at least 3-5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong technical knowledge of stone processing machinery, production workflows, and installation methodologies.
• Demonstrated success in factory operations management, quality assurance, and lean manufacturing practices.
• Hands-on experience in managing imported marble blocks and coordinating logistics with suppliers, ports, and clearing agents.
• Ability to lead large production teams, enforce discipline, and drive high performance under tight deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Attractive Salary & Benefits
• 8-10 years of proven experience in marble/stone processing and fabrication, with at least 3-5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong technical knowledge of stone processing machinery, production workflows, and installation methodologies.
• Demonstrated success in factory operations management, quality assurance, and lean manufacturing practices.
• Hands-on experience in managing imported marble blocks and coordinating logistics with suppliers, ports, and clearing agents.
• Ability to lead large production teams, enforce discipline, and drive high performance under tight deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills.