Team Leader

Agthia Group PJSC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Agthia Group PJSC in Abu Dhabi seeks a Production Team Leader to coordinate daily flour and feed production activities, align with production plans, and drive safety and quality across the line.

You will lead a multi-disciplinary team, monitor performance, implement improvements, and ensure GMP/5S standards. This role offers growth within our regional manufacturing network and a focus on operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in production operations within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in FMCG manufacturing, preferably within flour or feed production.
• Good knowledge of production and maintenance processes.
• Understanding of quality assurance standards and practices.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety standards.
• Good communication, coordination, and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and coordination of flour/feed production and packing schedules based on production demand, plant capacity, and planned maintenance activities.
• Coordinate with Production Supervisors and Maintenance team on maintenance and capital improvement activities to ensure minimal disruption to production.
• Monitor production line performance to ensure it meets targets related to quality, productivity and efficiency.
• Support initiatives to improve operational efficiency and productivity, including implementation of cost reduction and process improvement programs.
• Ensure the plant is maintained in accordance with company GMP and 5S standards throughout the milling and production processes.
• Ensure the health and safety of employees and product quality throughout the entire production process, in coordination with the Quality team.

Job description

Job Description

Position

Production Team Leader

LOCATION

Abu Dhabi

Purpose

The Production Team Leader is responsible for coordinating and overseeing daily production activities to ensure efficient operations, adherence to production plans, and achievement of quality and safety standards. The role focuses on leading the production team, optimizing resource utilization, monitoring production performance, and ensuring that production targets are met while maintaining operational efficiency and compliance with company standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and coordination of flour/feed production and packing schedules based on production demand, plant capacity, and planned maintenance activities.
• Coordinate with Production Supervisors and Maintenance team on maintenance and capital improvement activities to ensure minimal disruption to production.
• Monitor production line performance to ensure it meets targets related to quality, productivity and efficiency.
• Support initiatives to improve operational efficiency and productivity, including implementation of cost reduction and process improvement programs.
• Ensure the plant is maintained in accordance with company GMP and 5S standards throughout the milling and production processes.
• Ensure the health and safety of employees and product quality throughout the entire production process, in coordination with the Quality team.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in production operations within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in FMCG manufacturing, preferably within flour or feed production.
• Good knowledge of production and maintenance processes.
• Understanding of quality assurance standards and practices.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety standards.
• Good communication, coordination, and people management skills.

Grow with Agthia – For the Better

Agthia Group is one of the region’s leading Food & Beverage companies, with a growing international footprint. We are a publicly listed company on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and part of ADQ, one of the region’s largest holding companies.

Rooted in Abu Dhabi since 1978, we've grown into a global presence, operating in countries including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Egypt, Turkey, and Jordan. We’ve built a diverse portfolio of over 35 market-leading brands across Water & Food, Snacking, Protein & Frozen, and Agri-Business – touching the lives of millions of consumers in more than 65 global markets. With sustainability at the core of our innovations, we’ve pioneered several world-first products, setting new benchmarks in industry and meeting the evolving needs of communities worldwide.

Over 12,000 people from more than 67 nationalities are at the heart of shaping our purpose driven future, supported by an agile environment which encourages collaboration, creativity, and the freedom to make a real difference. With a competitive benefits package, genuine opportunities to advance, and a focus on continuous learning and development, we’re committed to supporting your growth as we work together to deliver excellence “For the Better.”

Join us and be part of a team that's not just shaping the future of food and beverages but also making a meaningful impact on the world. Together, let's grow 'For the Better.'