Production Manager – Frozen SADAFCO Manufacturing 10:26

AimGulf; Asia; On-site; PEN 208,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

Saudia Dairy and Foodstuff Company (SADAFCO) is seeking a Production Leader to drive all aspects of mixing, processing, filling, and palletizing in line with SADAFCO standards. You will optimize production plans, lead a team, and ensure safety, quality, and cost efficiency in a fast-paced dairy environment.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Food Science/Technology and strong lean/Six Sigma know-how, with a proven leadership ability to manage a multicultural team and deliver results under

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience with dairy processing operations and quality standards.
• Strong leadership and ability to drive change.

Responsibilities

• Implement the approved production strategy to meet factory goals.
• Plan all production activities to deliver the production plan on time and within budget.
• Identify bottlenecks and resolve them with the production team.
• Analyze production performance data and communicate insights internally.
• Lead continuous improvement and Lean activities.
• Audit safety and quality systems and ensure compliance.
• Recruit and develop a high-performing production team.
• Optimize labor usage according to the production plan.
• Ensure safe operating practices and health & safety adherence.
• Review investigation reports and implement corrective actions.
• Take ownership of corrective actions to improve first-time-right output.

Skills

Lean processes

Dairy manufacturing

Leadership

Cross-cultural teamwork

Stress management

Time management

ERP proficiency

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science/Technology

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Lead and optimize all aspects of the production from mixing, processing, filling and palletizing in accordance with SADAFCO’s standards and international best practices to achieve production output in the most cost effective and efficient way.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement the approved production strategy so as to meet the goals of the factory and the overall business strategy.
• Plan all production activities so as to deliver the production plan of the factory as per time and budget targets.
• Identify bottlenecks within the production process and report the same. Thereafter ensure that all bottlenecks are resolved through laid down problem solving methodologies with the relevant production team members.
• Regular analysis of Production Performance Data whereby development, trends and improvement opportunities are identified and communicated internally using visual management standards to the production and the factory management team.
• Continuously improve standards set by facilitating and executing appropriate methodologies as per Continuous Improvement principles
• Regularly Audit and monitor the operating system (SOS) and take the lead for Continuous Improvement and Lean activities.
• Strictly follow company product quality rules and ensure all the staff adherence to the parameters
• Recruit and select the right staff in line with company’s policies.
• Build team skills through skills assessment, training, feedback, manage on-going performance of direct reports and identify those who have the ability to progress and develop.
• Lead the production team to ensure that they are engaged and high performing with a focus on problem solving and team work.
• Manage the availability and efficient use of labor according to the production plan
• Ensure safe operating practices by ensuring all Health and Safety policies and procedures are in place and are strictly adhered to.
• Personally demonstrate the correct safety behaviors. Review all “Accident” and “Near Miss” Investigation reports and review the corrective actions taken as per the company’s health & safety policy.
• Participate in safety and quality audits ensuring all non-conformances are documented. Take responsibility for completing the Action Plans as a result of the audits. Regularly perform shift audits and monitor the performance.
• Ensure that risk assessments are completed and actioned as per the laid down policy & procedures.
• Support a culture in the team that enhances behavioral awareness so as to reduce accidents and near misses.
• Responsible for quality control as per company’s standards in order to make adjustments as necessary.
• Reject products that are produced outside of the set product specifications.
• Take corrective action to achieve first-time-right at all times and at all levels.
• Manage and own the total conversio

Experience Required:

• Minimum experience: 6 years of relevant experience in a similar role
• Experience in the dairy manufacturing industry or a similar industry

Education Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor degree in Food Science/Technology or similar education

Skills Required:

• Well versed with knowledge of Lean processes and problem solving techniques
• Have extensive knowledge and understanding of dairy manufacturing processes
• A proven leader and influencer at all levels
• Ability to work in a multicultural and multinational team
• Ability to manage the stress in a fast moving environment
• Self-motivated with the ability to take on additional responsibilities
• Time management.
• Deep knowledge & understanding of six sigma / lean methodology
• Excellent MS office knowledge / Advanced ERP experience.

Languages:

• Fluent in English (written & spoken) is a must. Knowledge of Arabic is a plus

Employment / Job Type:

Full Time

Gender:

Only Male can apply for this role

About the Company:

Saudia Dairy and Foodstuff Company, known as SADAFCO, is a Jeddah based food manufacturer best recognised for its Saudia brand. Its portfolio covers long life milk, ice cream, tomato paste, cheese, snacks and beverages, distributed through an extensive network of depots serving retailers across Saudi Arabia and neighbouring markets.

Company Industry:

Manufacturing

Department / Functional Area:

Production

Closing Date:

Not mentioned (apply as soon as possible)