Production Manager

Avery Dennison Smartrac; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading materials science company in Sharjah is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee production, manage resources, and lead teams towards achieving operational goals. The role involves strategic planning, staff training, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of operations experience, strong leadership, and project management skills. A Bachelor's degree is preferred. Join us in optimizing processes to enhance efficiency and quality in our manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years Operations / Manufacturing experience with 3+ years of manufacturing leadership.
• Knowledge of the assigned manufacturing industry is preferred.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to influence others.

Responsibilities

• Direct the manufacturing environment to meet production and quality objectives.
• Train and develop staff; ensure proper performance reviews.
• Analyze information for long-term strategic change and improvements.

Skills

Operations / Manufacturing experience

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Project management skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Lotus Notes

Job description

Company Description

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE : AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company that provides a wide range of branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency, and better connect brands and consumers. Our products and solutions include labeling and functional materials, radio frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital, and a variety of products and solutions that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving an array of industries worldwide — including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive — we employ approximately 35,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2023 were $ billion. Learn more at.

Job Description

The Operations Manager reports to the Site Manager and directs one or more area of the manufacturing environment in order to meet production, quality and cost objectives, overseeing the day-to-day operations of normally three (or four) shifts. This incumbent will determine requirements for equipment, materials, and manpower resources. The incumbent represents Operations on cross‑functional leadership teams to drive site and business goals, and is responsible for operational results across multiple teams/units within a facility.

Representative Activities

Employee Development & Management

Train and provide development opportunities for staff. Ensure annual goals are complete and communicated. Ensure Global Performance Management System is up to date and regular feedback is provided to staff members. Monitor and evaluate team members, and adjust training where needed. Attract, retain and develop high potential talent. Model and promote the Corporation’s Code of Business Ethics and Values. Perform general management duties, exercising usual authority concerning staff, performance appraisals, promotions and terminations. Responsible for training and development of subordinate staff, estimating personnel needs, assigning work, meeting completion dates, interpreting and ensuring consistent application of organizational policies.

Operations Management

Responsible for operational results. Drive execution of site improvement plans, help set operations improvement goals, ensure priorities and accountabilities are clear, provide resources and remove obstacles to ensure success. Analyze and draw information for long‑term strategic change and improvement for multiple teams/shifts. Lead significant projects and improvement initiatives, scheduling and planning, budgeting and control. Focus on improving more complex performance through ELS efforts. Design and implement operational improvement strategies for safety, cost, quality, training, inventory and services. Oversee the practice of all health and safety procedures, ensuring safety is employees’ top priority. Lead a safe operation of the business unit and comply with legal, legislative and corporate safety requirements. Ensure that manufacturing team members meet site goals and objectives. Participate in the establishment of sites’ annual operating plans. Plans, directs and coordinates the ordering and distribution of products, parts, and accessories, ensuring adequate and timely distribution. Understand and implement ISO 9000 procedures related to the role and responsibilities of the Operations Manager position. Ensure tracking and use of key performance indicators to promote improved operational and business results.

Maintenance Focus

Ensures maximum efficient operations of facilities and equipment, and the care of all grounds and support equipment, through the direction of a technical support staff. Plans, coordinates, and supervises machine and / or building maintenance schedules and activities. Recommends equipment modification for upgrades. Sets priorities for projects and work orders. Enforces safety and housekeeping practices. May assist with or oversee engineering design and construction of new facilities or modifications of existing facilities. Plans, coordinates and schedules the maintenance employees. Coordinates all ordering of parts and services that will maintain or improve the machine / facility cost effectively. Maintains a highly organized inventory of files, parts and shop area. Understands and implements ISO 9000 procedures related to the role and responsibilities of the Maintenance Manager position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years Operations / Manufacturing experience with 3+ manufacturing leadership experience preferred.
• Demonstrated successful experience in leading and managing individuals and teams.
• Knowledge of the assigned manufacturing industry is preferred.
• Working knowledge of modern manufacturing, material flow and improvement strategies (ELS, continuous flow, cellular etc.) and the ability to integrate those into the operation.
• Demonstrated understanding of financial systems and the key drivers within the manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational skills in strategy, communication at all levels and execution.
• Strong leadership skills. Ability to lead, contribute, and influence others in a team‑based organization.
• Understanding of applicable computer systems, such as Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes, and function specific software.
• Excellent organizational and people skills, project management skills, with an ability to openly convey information to team members in a timely, concise manner.

Additional Information

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE / M / F / Vet / Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.