Processing Team Leader (Meat Processing Unit) |... Processing · Dubai

Gulf Marketing Group (GMG Group); Dubai; On-site; AED 100,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Marketing Group (GMG Group) seeks a Processing Team Leader within the Food division to oversee daily production activities, manage the processing line, and uphold safety and quality standards. Reporting to the Production Manager, you will guide processing staff to achieve high-quality output while maintaining schedules.

The ideal candidate brings 2–3 years in food processing, a Diploma in Production Management, and a Food Safety & Quality Control certificate, plus fluent English.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years in food processing
• Diploma in Production Management
• Certification in Food Safety & Quality Control
• Fluency in English; Arabic language is an advantage

Responsibilities

• Coordinate workflow, assign tasks, and monitor performance to meet quality and safety standards.
• Ensure SOPs are followed and staff understand GMG's guidelines.
• Supervise and support processing team to meet daily targets.
• Monitor production lines and address disruptions to maintain productivity.
• Perform quality checks and collaborate with the Production Supervisor to resolve issues.
• Manage equipment usage, report maintenance needs and ensure safe operation.
• Track daily production metrics and communicate updates to the Production Supervisor.
• Maintain accurate production records and daily targets; troubleshoot equipment with maintenance.
• Suggest process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Train new staff on SOPs and proper sanitation and hygiene practices.

Skills

English fluency

Education

Diploma in Production Management

Job description

About GMG:

GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, food and health sectors. Its vision is to inspire people to win in ways that make the world better. Today, GMG’s investments span across four key verticals: GMG Sports, GMG Food, GMG Health, and GMG Consumer Goods. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family, it has become a leading global company, affiliated with the world’s most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands into its markets.

About the Role:

The incumbent, serving as a Processing Team Leader within the Food division at GMG, is responsible for overseeing daily production activities and ensuring efficient workflow within the processing line. Reporting to the Production Manager, the incumbent provides guidance and coordination for processing staff to achieve high-quality output while adhering to safety and efficiency standards. The incumbent plays a pivotal role in maintaining production schedules, quality control, and fostering a cooperative work environment in the Everyday Goods division.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the workflow, assign tasks to team members, and monitor performance to ensure adherence to GMG’s quality and safety standards.

• Ensure that all standard operating procedures (SOPs) are followed, and that team members understand and comply with GMG’s quality and safety guidelines.

• Supervise and support the processing team, ensuring that production activities run smoothly and meet daily targets.

• Monitor production lines, addressing any operational disruptions to maintain productivity and minimize downtime.

• Perform quality checks throughout processing stages, identifying any deviations from specifications and collaborating with the Production Supervisor to resolve issues.

• Manage equipment usage, report maintenance needs and ensure safe operation practices are followed.

• Track daily production metrics, document performance, and communicate updates to the Production Supervisor.

• Maintain accurate production records, communicate daily targets, and troubleshoot minor equipment issues in collaboration with the maintenance team.

• Play a key role in process improvements, suggesting enhancements to workflow efficiency, waste reduction, resource optimization and addressing any challenges with the Production Manager.

• Train new staff on SOPs, providing hands-on assistance in handling equipment, and ensuring proper sanitation and hygiene practices are followed on the production floor.

• Enforces compliance with safety regulations and prepares reports on production efficiency, safety incidents, and quality issues, ensuring all data is accurately communicated to management.

Required skills & Qualifications:

• At least 2 -3 years in Food Processing

• Diploma in Production Management

• Certification in Food Safety & Quality Control

• Fluency in English Language is required. Arabic Language is an advantage.