plant manager

SAASA B2E; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Dubai is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee the operations of its steel drums manufacturing unit. Responsibilities include ensuring efficient production, maintaining quality standards, and managing compliance with safety and environmental regulations. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant engineering field, along with 10-15 years of manufacturing experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to lead a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in steel drums/metal packaging.
• At least 5 years in a leadership role handling full plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and control daily production activities for steel drums.
• Ensure compliance with IS/UN/ISO/customer-specific quality standards.
• Oversee preventive and breakdown maintenance of production equipment.
• Conduct regular safety audits and promote safety culture.

Skills

plant manager

manufacturing

steel

leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Production / Metallurgical Engineering

Job description

Job Summary

The Plant Manager will be responsible for end-to-end plant operations of the steel drums manufacturing unit, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective production while maintaining high standards of quality, compliance, and delivery timelines.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Operations

Plan, organize, and control daily production activities for steel drums (tight head, open head, conical drums, etc.).

Ensure achievement of production targets with optimal utilization of manpower, machines, and materials.

Monitor production KPIs such as output, efficiency, scrap, downtime, and OEE.

Quality Management

Ensure compliance with IS / UN / ISO / customer-specific quality standards.

Implement and monitor quality control processes at all stages of manufacturing.

Handle customer audits, quality complaints, and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).

Maintenance & Engineering

Oversee preventive and breakdown maintenance of:

• Drum forming machines
• Welding machines
• Seaming, flanging, testing & painting lines

Ensure high machine availability and minimal downtime.

Safety, Health & Environment (SHE)

Ensure strict adherence to safety standards, statutory norms, and environmental regulations.

Conduct regular safety audits, training, and risk assessments.

Promote a strong safety culture across the plant.

Cost Control & Productivity

Control manufacturing costs including raw material, utilities, consumables, and labor.

Implement continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Kaizen, 5S).

Reduce scrap, rework, and wastage.

People Management

Lead and manage production, maintenance, quality, and support teams.

Workforce planning, training, performance management, and discipline.

Foster teamwork and employee engagement.

Compliance & Documentation

Ensure compliance with factory laws, labor laws, pollution control norms, and statutory requirements.

Maintain proper production, quality, and maintenance documentation.

Coordination & Reporting

Coordinate with procurement, logistics, sales, and corporate teams.

Prepare MIS reports on production, quality, safety, and costs.

Support new product development and process improvements.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Production / Metallurgical Engineering.

10–15 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in steel drums / metal packaging / steel fabrication.

At least 5 years in a leadership role handling full plant operations.

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