Processing Team Leader - Food Production

GMG Gulf; Dubai; On-site; AED 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

GMG Gulf in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, seeks a Processing Team Leader to supervise daily food processing activities and coordinate production teams on-site. The role requires 2–3 years of experience in food processing, a Diploma in Production Management, and a certification in Food Safety and Quality Control.

English fluency is required; Arabic is an advantage. Responsibilities include monitoring workflow, enforcing SOPs, guiding staff, and reporting production performance.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Production Management.
• Certification in Food Safety and Quality Control.
• 2–3 years of experience in food processing.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily processing activities and assign tasks to the team.
• Monitor workflow to meet daily output targets and coordinate with supervisors.
• Ensure adherence to SOPs, food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety procedures.
• Support equipment monitoring, maintenance coordination, and reporting.
• Train new team members on SOPs, equipment handling, and safety practices.
• Track production performance and report findings to management.
• Identify improvements to enhance efficiency while maintaining quality.

Education

Diploma in Production Management

Certification in Food Safety and Quality Control

English Fluency

Arabic language knowledge (advantage)

Job description

Processing Team Leader - Food Production Job Snapshot

Role: Processing Team Leader - Food Production Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Food Production Function: Manufacturing-Production Experience: 2-3 years in food processing Job Type: Full Time Work Arrangement: On-site

GMG is hiring a Processing Team Leader - Food Production in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to supervise daily food processing activities, coordinate production teams, and maintain efficient operations within its Food division. Reporting to the Production Manager, the Processing Team Leader will oversee workflow on the processing line, assign daily tasks, monitor production performance, and ensure that employees follow established quality, hygiene, and workplace safety procedures. The position requires practical food processing experience, knowledge of production management, and the ability to guide employees in meeting daily output targets. The successful candidate will also support equipment monitoring, production reporting, quality control, and continuous improvements to processing efficiency.

Job Details

• Country: United Arab Emirates
• City: Dubai
• Industry: Food Production
• Function: Manufacturing-Production
• Salary: Not disclosed
• Gender: No Preference
• Candidate Nationality: Not specified
• Job Type: Full Time
• Work Arrangement: On-site

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning and Workflow Coordination

• Organise daily processing activities and distribute tasks among production team members.
• Monitor workflow to ensure production activities remain aligned with daily output targets.
• Supervise processing staff and provide operational guidance to maintain consistent performance.
• Identify production delays or operational disruptions and take appropriate action to minimise downtime.
• Communicate production priorities and daily targets clearly to employees.
• Coordinate with the Production Manager and Production Supervisor to address processing challenges and maintain operational continuity.

Quality Control and Food Safety

• Ensure processing activities comply with established standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Monitor employee adherence to GMG 's food quality, hygiene, and workplace safety requirements.
• Conduct quality checks throughout different stages of food processing.
• Identify deviations from product specifications and coordinate corrective actions with the Production Supervisor.
• Maintain appropriate sanitation practices across processing activities and equipment handling.
• Reinforce food safety procedures and ensure employees understand their responsibilities.
• Report quality concerns and safety incidents through established management channels.

Equipment Monitoring and Maintenance Coordination

• Monitor equipment usage and ensure processing machinery is operated safely.
• Identify equipment performance issues that could affect production efficiency.
• Report maintenance requirements to the relevant teams.
• Support the resolution of minor equipment problems in coordination with maintenance personnel.
• Help maintain smooth processing line operations by addressing equipment-related disruptions promptly.

Team Supervision and Employee Training

• Provide guidance and hands-on assistance to employees during processing activities.
• Train new team members on production SOPs, equipment handling, and workplace procedures.
• Explain food sanitation, hygiene, and safety requirements to processing staff.
• Monitor individual and team performance against assigned responsibilities.
• Encourage cooperation among employees to maintain efficient workflow.
• Address routine operational concerns and elevate matters requiring management attention.

Production Monitoring and Reporting

• Track daily production output and operational performance.
• Maintain accurate records of processing activities and production results.
• Document operational disruptions, quality concerns, and safety-related incidents.
• Prepare updates on production efficiency and communicate findings to the Production Supervisor.
• Ensure production records and performance information are accurately reported to management.
• Monitor progress against daily targets and highlight issues affecting output.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve workflow efficiency and production performance.
• Recommend practical improvements that support waste reduction and better resource utilisation.
• Review recurring operational challenges and discuss possible solutions with the Production Manager.
• Support improvements to processing procedures while maintaining product quality and safety requirements.
• Contribute to consistent production practices through employee guidance and operational monitoring.

Required Qualifications

• Diploma in Production Management.
• Certification in Food Safety and Quality Control.
• At least 2-3 years of experience in food processing.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Arabic language skills are an advantage.

Relevant Skills and Competencies

• Food processing operations
• Production line supervision
• Daily production planning and coordination
• Standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Food safety and quality control
• Production output monitoring
• Processing equipment handling
• Equipment maintenance coordination
• Food hygiene and sanitation procedures
• Production performance reporting
• Operational problem-solving
• Waste reduction and resource optimisation
• Employee training and task allocation
• Workplace health and safety compliance
• Quality inspection and deviation reporting

Candidate Profile

GMG is looking for a food processing professional who can supervise daily production activities while maintaining quality and operational standards. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working directly with processing employees, coordinating production tasks, and responding to routine operational challenges. Attention to product quality, equipment safety, and accurate reporting is important for maintaining consistent production performance. The role also requires effective communication with production management, supervisors, and maintenance personnel. Candidates should be able to guide employees through established procedures and support improvements in efficiency without compromising food safety requirements.

About the Company

GMG is a global well-being company involved in retailing, distributing, and manufacturing a portfolio of international and home-grown brands across sports, food, health, and consumer goods. Owned and managed by the Baker family, GMG operates through four principal business verticals: GMG Sports, GMG Food, GMG Health, and GMG Consumer Goods. The company operates across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia and has introduced more than 120 brands into its markets. Its Food division forms part of the group 's broader operations in food production and distribution.