Production Manager

Foreground LLC; Dammam; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Dammam is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee manufacturing operations. This role requires strong leadership in a fast-paced environment, ensuring compliance with industry standards while optimizing production processes. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of manufacturing experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership position, and a solid understanding of food safety regulations.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive manufacturing experience in food or FMCG.
• At least 3 years in a plant leadership role.
• Strong understanding of cold chain and frozen food manufacturing.
• Familiar with HACCP, ISO 22000, GMP standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production execution and performance governance.
• Translate demand and production plans into optimized schedules.
• Manage a multi-level production organization, conducting performance appraisals.
• Guarantee compliance with HACCP, ISO 22000, and food safety systems.

Skills

Leadership capability

Operational foresight

Process optimization

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Technology, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Production management tools

Job description

Foreground is partnering with a market-leading frozen food manufacturer to appoint a results-oriented Production Manager to lead day-to-day manufacturing operations and ensure plant performance meets both commercial and regulatory expectations.

This is a critical leadership role within a high-throughput facility, requiring deep functional knowledge, team leadership capability, and operational foresight. The successful candidate will oversee production execution, performance governance, and quality adherence across multiple lines, while serving as a key enabler of operational stability and growth.

Key Objectives

• Own full accountability for manufacturing performance, leading a structured production organization across shifts and lines.
• Ensure uninterrupted output in alignment with demand plans, quality standards, and safety protocols.
• Build a robust performance culture across teams, driving frontline ownership and leadership depth.
• Champion process optimization through waste reduction, automation, and manufacturing excellence tools.

Core Responsibilities

Production Oversight

• Translate demand and production plans into optimized daily and weekly schedules with full utilization of manpower, equipment, and materials.
• Submit daily production performance reports with insights and corrective actions directly to executive leadership.
• Lead incident management, root cause analysis, and escalation routines for downtime, deviations, or critical risks.

Leadership & Culture

• Manage a multi-level production organization including supervisors, team leaders, and operators.
• Conduct regular coaching, performance appraisals, and structured learning interventions.Foster a strong safety, hygiene, and GMP culture with zero tolerance for non-compliance.

Quality & Compliance

• Guarantee strict compliance with HACCP, ISO 22000, and internal food safety systems.
• Partner with QA and QC teams to close gaps, implement preventive controls, and uphold product integrity across all lines.
• Oversee sanitation, allergen management, and production readiness audits.

Optimization & Innovation

• Identify process inefficiencies and lead initiatives to improve yield, reduce scrap, and enhance line balance.
• Support automation projects, layout reengineering, and equipment upgrades in coordination with engineering and maintenance functions.
• Lead production readiness for new product launches and commercialization trials.

Cross-Functional Alignment

• Interface with planning, supply chain, maintenance, quality, and commercial functions to ensure seamless flow across operations.
• Participate in S&OP meetings, providing data-driven input on capacity, constraints, and readiness.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelors degree in Food Technology, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive manufacturing experience in food or FMCG, with at least 3 years in a plant leadership role.
• Strong understanding of cold chain, frozen food, or meat / poultry manufacturing environments.
• Certified in or deeply familiar with HACCP, ISO 22000, GMP, and regulatory inspection standards.
• Operational command of ERP and real-time production systems.
• Proven ability to lead teams in complex, fast-paced production environments.