We're Hiring | Operations Director
Location: Egypt - 10th of Ramadan
Industry: Tissue & Paper Manufacturing
We are looking for a highly experienced Operations Director to lead and drive operational excellence across our manufacturing facilities.
Key Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Production, or related field) MBA is a plus.12+ years of experience in manufacturing operations. Minimum 5 years in a senior operations leadership role. Strong experience in Tissue & Paper Manufacturing is a must. Proven expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, OEE, Cost Optimization, and Production Excellence. Strong leadership, strategic planning, and people management skills. Experience with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/MS Dynamics) is preferred.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and oversee all manufacturing operations to achieve production, quality, safety, and cost objectives. Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with the company's business goals. Drive operational excellence through Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, TPM, and Continuous Improvement initiatives. Ensure efficient production planning, scheduling, and resource utilization. Monitor and improve key operational KPIs, including OEE, productivity, downtime, waste, and manufacturing costs. Oversee maintenance and engineering functions to maximize equipment reliability and availability. Ensure compliance with Quality Management Systems (ISO), Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards. Manage operational budgets, control costs, and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements. Collaborate with Supply Chain, Procurement, Warehouse, Quality, Sales, Finance, and HR to ensure seamless operations. Lead capital investment (CAPEX) projects, including new equipment installation and process improvements. Build, mentor, and develop high-performing operations and plant leadership teams. Implement performance management systems and succession planning for key operational roles. Analyze operational data and prepare executive reports with actionable recommendations. Drive a culture of accountability, innovation, continuous improvement, and employee engagement. Ensure customer requirements are met through consistent product quality and on-time delivery. Support business growth by identifying opportunities to increase production capacity and operational efficiency
If you meet the above qualifications and are ready to make a significant impact in a growing manufacturing organization, we'd be delighted to hear from you.
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Subject: Operations Director Application