Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Factory Manager / Operations Manager
Department: Operations
Section: Manufacturing
Reporting To: COO / Operations Director
Location: JADRA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Summary & Purpose
The Factory Manager / Operations Manager is responsible for directing, controlling, and optimizing all manufacturing, QA/QC, engineering, and maintenance operations to ensure that business objectives are achieved efficiently, cost-effectively, and in full compliance with company quality standards, safety regulations, and standard operating procedures.
Organizational Scope
People Management
Provide leadership, direction, and performance management for Production, Engineering & Maintenance, QA/QC, Planning, and Installation teams.
Ensure employees are appropriately trained, motivated, and aligned with operational goals.
Financial Responsibility
Overall financial responsibility for approved budgets within the Plant Operations department.
Ensure cost control and efficient use of resources in line with approved financial parameters.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Management
Direct and control all manufacturing operations to ensure production targets, quality standards, cost objectives, and delivery timelines are met.
Oversee production planning, execution, and performance against agreed production plans.
Ensure availability of finished goods that meet required quality standards and customer expectations.
Strategy & Continuous Improvement
Contribute to the development and implementation of the affiliate’s manufacturing strategy to support short- and long-term business objectives.
Identify and implement continuous improvement and quality enhancement initiatives to improve efficiency, productivity, and cost effectiveness.
Actively monitor industry trends, technologies, and best practices to maintain the company’s competitive position.
Quality, Health & Safety
Ensure compliance with ISO standards and other applicable quality systems.
Oversee QA/QC activities to ensure product quality meets company and regulatory standards.
Ensure all manufacturing operations comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Develop and enforce policies and procedures to maintain a safe and healthy working environment across all company sites.
Policies, Procedures & Compliance
Develop, implement, and maintain operational policies and procedures to support manufacturing excellence.
Ensure accurate and timely record-keeping for effective monitoring, reporting, and audits.
Leadership & Coordination
Maintain effective working relationships with all department heads to ensure seamless coordination of company activities.
Serve as the company’s primary technical adviser on manufacturing, engineering, and operational matters.
Decision-Making Authority
The Factory Manager / Operations Manager has full decision-making authority within their scope of work and organizational policies, including:
Budget allocation and expenditure within the department
Hiring, performance management, and termination of employees
Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering
MBA (Preferred)
Strong knowledge of ISO standards and applicable quality systems
Knowledge of Project Management principles
Proficiency in MS Office applications
Fluent in written and spoken English
Experience
Minimum of 10 years of relevant industry experience
At least 5 years in production and/or engineering in a managerial or leadership role
Key Competencies
Strong leadership and people management skills
Strategic and analytical thinking
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Results-driven with a focus on quality, safety, and efficiency
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