Manufacturing Manager

confidential; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established food production company in Jeddah is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Manager to oversee end-to-end factory operations. The ideal candidate should have 7–10 years in food or beverage manufacturing and a solid understanding of Saudi regulations. Responsibilities include coordinating departments, maintaining food safety standards, and leading the production team.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of relevant experience in food or beverage manufacturing.
• Familiarity with Saudi Arabia's factory operations and compliance.
• Strong leadership style, hands-on and structured.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day manufacturing activities.
• Ensure food safety, quality, and certification standards are maintained.
• Lead and develop the production management team.

Skills

Cross-functional coordination

Cost control

Operational problem-solving

Leadership

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Job description

Role Overview

Our company producing instant coffee in Jeddah. We are currently looking for an experienced Manufacturing Manager to oversee and coordinate end-to-end factory operations. The role covers the full process — from raw material and supply chain coordination to production, packaging, and product delivery — working closely with the respective department managers.

The successful candidate will ensure that all operational functions run efficiently, safely, and in compliance with company standards and Saudi regulations.

Main Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day manufacturing activities and ensure smooth coordination between departments (purchasing, production, warehouse, and logistics).


• Support and supervise teams in production planning, materials control, and delivery scheduling.


• Ensure that food safety, quality, and certification standards (HACCP, ISO 22000, GMP, Halal) are consistently maintained.


• Monitor costs, efficiency, and process performance, proposing improvements where needed.


• Coordinate with the Purchasing Manager on material planning and supplier performance.


• Work with the Finance team to align operational costs and budgets.


• Lead and develop the production management team to meet productivity and quality targets.


• Prepare operational reports and updates for management review.

Skills

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, or a related field.


• 7–10 years of relevant experience in food or beverage manufacturing, including exposure to production and supply chain functions.


• Familiar with Saudi Arabia’s factory operations, compliance, and labor systems.


• Proven skills in cross-functional coordination cost control, and operational problem-solving.


• Strong leadership style — hands‑on, structured, and able to guide teams without micromanaging.


• Fluent in English; Arabic language skills are a plus.


• Based in or willing to relocate to Jeddah.