Head of Production

Zohorecruit; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & Grey HR is recruiting a Head of Production for a leading marble and stone manufacturer in Abu Dhabi. The role demands deep expertise in stone processing, factory operations, and end-to-end production leadership to ensure quality and efficiency.

You will oversee block receiving, slab cutting, polishing, and installation, while driving lean manufacturing, cost optimization, and adherence to ISO standards. Collaboration with project managers and clients is essential.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of proven experience in marble/stone processing and fabrication.
• 3–5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of stone processing machinery and production workflows.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Stone processing

Production management

Lean manufacturing

Quality assurance

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Tools

CNC machines

Polishing lines

Bridge cutters

Water jet machines

Job description

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 29/09/2025

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.

Key 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.