Head of Manufacturing
Listed on 2026-06-28
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Manufacturing / Production
Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Production Manager, Manufacturing Engineer, Operations Manager
Lead the Transformation. Own the Floor. Elevate Manufacturing Excellence.
Our client is a fast-growing multinational packaging manufacturer entering an exciting phase of multi-site expansion and full digital transformation. This is a high-accountability, hands-on leadership role for an operations expert ready to drive a step-change in performance across a fast-paced production environment. If you have built your career from the shop floor up and have a passion for operational excellence, this is a permanent opportunity that will challenge and reward in equal measure.
WhyApply?
This is more than a manufacturing role - it is a chance to shape a five-year growth agenda for a business with serious ambitions. You will have full operational ownership, the platform to embed world-class lean practices, and the authority to build the next generation of manufacturing leadership. For the right person, this is a career-defining move.
The RoleDriving operational excellence across multi-site manufacturing:
- Own full P&L accountability for all production operations across multiple UAE sites
- Champion lean transformation, driving OEE gains, waste elimination, and consistent process standards
- Spearhead SAP integration and real-time digital manufacturing adoption across all shop-floor operations
- Ensure full compliance with FSSC, ISO, safety, and customer quality standards
- Oversee engineering, maintenance, and capex delivery, including capacity expansion and layout changes
- Identify and develop the next tier of operational leaders, building a culture rooted in discipline and customer accountability
A hands-on, process-driven leader with a track record of delivering results at scale:
- 25+ years in manufacturing, with at least 10 years in a senior leadership role
- Background in rigid plastic packaging manufacturing - ISBM, two-stage, EBM, or IM processes
- Lean/Six Sigma expertise - Black Belt preferred
- Proven SAP manufacturing digitisation experience
- Demonstrated multi-site operations leadership
- A natural coach who builds accountability and drives performance through people
Ready to take ownership? Apply now.
JTK Number: JTKSM 995 | Company Registration Number: (1048918-T)
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