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The Saudia Dairy and Foodstuff Company; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

SADAFCO is seeking a Production Leader to drive end-to-end manufacturing, from mixing to palletizing, ensuring efficiency, quality and cost effectiveness. You will plan, monitor, and continuously improve production processes, leveraging Six Sigma/Lean methods and ERP systems across a multinational team.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong operational discipline, and the ability to implement continuous improvement initiatives in a large-scale dairy and food production facility in Saudi

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge & understanding of six sigma / lean methodology.
• Excellent MS Office knowledge / Advanced ERP experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize all aspects of production from mixing, processing, filling and palletizing to meet SADAFCO standards and cost targets.
• Plan production activities to deliver the factory production plan within time and budget.
• Identify bottlenecks and resolve them using problem solving with the team.
• Regularly analyze Production Performance Data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.

Skills

Six Sigma / Lean

ERP experience

MS Office

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

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Purpose of the job

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 Accountabilities

• 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

1. People Management

• 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

2. Health & Safety

• 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.

3. Quality Management

• 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.

4.

• Deep knowledge & understanding of six sigma / lean methodology
• Excellent MS office knowledge / Advanced ERP experience.

SADAFCO

Since its establishment in 1976, SADAFCO has become one of the leading companies in the manufacturing, distribution, and sale of food products in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with a wide presence across the Middle East. Through its distinguished brands such as Al-Saudia and Crispy, we take pride in being pioneers in the long-life milk, tomato paste, and ice cream markets.

At SADAFCO, we believe that our success is built on the talents of our diverse and exceptional team. We work with more than 3,000 employees from 49 nationalities, providing a stimulating work environment that supports innovation and professional development.

In line with Saudi Vision 2030, we focus on talent development through continuous learning programs and leadership training. We are committed to building real career paths that offer employees a supportive environment and resources to help them succeed and grow.

Looking toward the future, sustainability remains at the core of our strategy. We aim to achieve carbon neutrality by 2060 and are working to transform our fleet to zero-emission vehicles by 2045.

If you are looking for a workplace that offers opportunities for learning, growth, and contributing to a sustainable and impactful industry, SADAFCO is your destination.

Join our team and be part of our success story, striving to deliver the best for consumers and the community alike.