Production Manager - Natural Wool Manufacturing | Saudi Arabia

Rawaj-HCM; Eastern Province; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the textile industry seeks a Production Manager to oversee the entire wool production cycle. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in wool processing and strong leadership skills. The role involves managing operations, ensuring quality assurance, and optimizing production efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in production management.
• Deep knowledge of natural wool processing.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full natural wool production cycle.
• Ensure quality control in production.
• Train and guide production team members.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Production planning tools

Job description

Key Accountabilities

• Oversee the full natural wool production cycle - from raw wool sorting and scouring (washing) to yarn spinning and weaving or knitting.
• Ensure the cleanliness, quality, and consistency of wool fibers through optimized wool washing and drying techniques.
• Supervise the spinning process to produce high-quality yarns suitable for textile production.
• Manage weaving operations to deliver finished woolen fabrics that meet industry standards.
• Monitor daily operations to ensure timely and cost-effective production output.
• Maintain and enforce strict quality control measures at each production stage.
• Optimize resource use across manpower, raw wool, dyes (if applicable), and equipment.
• Ensure all processes comply with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Collaborate with maintenance, procurement, and logistics to resolve production bottlenecks.
• Lead initiatives for continuous improvement, minimizing waste and maximizing efficiency.
• Train and guide production team members to ensure skill development and performance growth.
• Prepare and deliver regular production reports and KPIs to senior management.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in production management, preferably in wool processing or textile manufacturing.
• Deep knowledge of natural wool processing, including: Wool sorting and grading, Scouring (washing and cleaning), Spinning (manual or machine-based) and Weaving or knitting techniques.
• Strong leadership skills and experience in managing cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and textile production workflows.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and production planning tools.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.