Operation Manager – Feed Mill Production

مؤسسة الشارقة للإنتاج الزراعي والحيواني (إكتفاء); Sharjah; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural production company is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee feed mill production. The ideal candidate will have 7-10 years of experience in agro-industrial operations, with proven skills in leadership, quality control, and process optimization. Responsibilities include managing factory operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This role is crucial for maintaining product quality and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering or nutrition fields.
• 7-10 years in feed mill or agro-industrial operations.
• 3 years in a managerial role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage operations of the feed mill factory.
• Ensure feed production meets quality standards.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with procurement.
• Lead, train, and supervise production teams.
• Drive process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Feed production processes

Quality control

Leadership

People management

Lean manufacturing

Cost optimization

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Animal Nutrition

Bachelor’s degree in Feed Technology

Tools

ERP systems

Production planning software

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Operations Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of our Feed Mill Production. This role plays a critical part in overseeing production, supply chain coordination, quality assurance, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in feed production or agro-industrial manufacturing, with a deep understanding of process optimization, cost control, and team leadership.

Success in this role means ensuring smooth and timely feed production, maintaining consistent product quality, optimizing resource utilization, and driving continuous improvement across the factory operations. This position is central to delivering business goals and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all operations of the feed mill factory, including production planning, raw material intake, processing, storage, and dispatch.
• Ensure feed production meets quality standards, nutritional specifications, and output targets.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with procurement to ensure timely availability of raw materials.
• Implement and monitor preventive maintenance schedules for machinery and equipment.
• Lead, train, and supervise production teams to ensure adherence to safety protocols and operating procedures.
• Drive process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and lower operational costs.
• Collaborate with supply chain, quality assurance, logistics, and sales departments to align operational goals with business objectives.
• Develop and manage operational budgets, track performance metrics, and prepare regular reports for senior management.
• Ensure full compliance with local regulations, environmental, and health & safety standards.
• Identify risks in operations and implement corrective/preventive actions as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Animal Nutrition, Feed Technology, or related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in feed mill or agro-industrial operations, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Proven knowledge of feed production processes, quality control, and safety standards.
• Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and production planning software.
• Solid understanding of lean manufacturing, OEE, and cost optimization techniques.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.