Production Supervisor Jobs in Egypt

Job Summary:The Chocolate Production & R&D Manager is responsible for leading the end-to-end chocolate manufacturing operation while driving product innovation and continuous improvement initiatives. The role combines operational leadership with technical expertise in chocolate processing, product formulation, quality improvement, cost optimization, and new product development. The successful candidate will ensure world-class production standards, optimize manufacturing performance, develop innovative chocolate products, and collaborate closely with Quality, Supply Chain, Procurement, Sales, and Marketing to support business growth.<br>Key Responsibilities:Production Management:Lead and manage all chocolate production operations to achieve production targets, quality standards, and cost objectives. Develop and execute production plans in coordination with Supply Chain and Planning teams. Ensure optimum utilization of manpower, machinery, and production resources. Monitor production efficiency, productivity, waste, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). Drive continuous improvement initiatives to maximize operational efficiency. Ensure production schedules are achieved while maintaining product quality and food safety standards. Identify production bottlenecks and implement corrective actions. Monitor production KPIs and prepare regular operational reports. Research & Development:Lead the development of new chocolate products, recipes, and product innovations. Improve existing formulations to enhance taste, texture, shelf life, and cost efficiency. Conduct product benchmarking and competitive market analysis. Lead pilot production trials and industrial scale-up activities. Collaborate with Marketing and Commercial teams on new product launches. Evaluate new raw materials and alternative ingredients. Optimize recipes while maintaining product quality and profitability. Maintain technical documentation for all formulations. Food Safety & Quality:Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, ISO 22000, BRC, and food safety regulations. Work closely with QA/QC teams to maintain product quality. Lead investigations related to quality deviations and customer complaints. Ensure compliance with internal quality procedures. Participate in internal and external quality audits. Operational Excellence:Implement Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives. Reduce production waste and improve production yields. Optimize manufacturing costs through process improvements. Monitor production performance using KPIs and dashboards. Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions. Team Leadership:Lead, coach, and develop Production Supervisors, Engineers, Technicians, and R&D Specialists. Conduct performance evaluations and identify development needs. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Build technical capabilities within the production team. Cross-Functional Collaboration:Coordinate with Procurement regarding raw materials. Work with Supply Chain on production planning. Support Marketing during new product development. Collaborate with Finance on production costing. Coordinate with Engineering on equipment improvements. Budget & Cost Control:Manage departmental budgets. Monitor manufacturing costs. Improve production efficiency and reduce waste. Support annual budgeting and forecasting.<br>Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline. Master's degree is an advantage.10–15 years of experience in food manufacturing. Minimum 5 years in a managerial role. Proven experience in chocolate manufacturing is mandatory. Experience in R&D and New Product Development (NPD). Experience with multinational or leading FMCG manufacturers is preferred.<br>Technical Skills:Chocolate manufacturing technologies. Cocoa processing. Recipe formulation. Product development. Production planning. Lean Manufacturing. HACCP. GMP. ISO 22000. Food Safety Management Systems. CAPA. OEE analysis. Cost optimization. ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.). Advanced Microsoft Excel.

Production Manager – Corrugated Packaging MBCOIND · Full-time · On-site10th of Ramadan City, Sharqia, Egypt<br><br>About MBCOINDMBCOIND is a privately held industrial packaging manufacturer specializing in corrugated cardboard solutions. Our operations include sheet production, printing, die-cutting, gluing, and customized packaging for regional and international clients. As the company grows, we continue to invest in our people, production systems, technology, and continuous-improvement capabilities.<br>Role overview MBCOIND is seeking an experienced, hands-on Production Manager to take responsibility for the daily operation of our manufacturing area. The successful candidate will ensure that production operates safely, smoothly, efficiently, and according to schedule. This position requires a practical leader who is comfortable working directly on the production floor, developing teams, solving operational problems, and establishing reliable systems for safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and cost control. Experience in corrugated packaging and flexographic printing is strongly preferred.<br>Key responsibilities Oversee daily production activities across sheet production, printing, die-cutting, gluing, and finishing operations. Prepare and execute production schedules according to customer orders, available capacity, manpower, materials, and delivery commitments. Ensure production targets are achieved safely, on time, and according to established quality requirements. Monitor output, machine utilization, downtime, waste, rework, quality defects, and on-time delivery. Establish clear production targets, shift handovers, reporting systems, and visual performance boards. Lead, coach, and develop production supervisors, operators, and support teams. Coordinate with maintenance to minimize breakdowns and strengthen preventive-maintenance practices. Work closely with quality, logistics, procurement, and sales to align production with customer requirements. Lead continuous-improvement activities using Kaizen, Lean manufacturing, 5S, standardized work, PDCA, root-cause analysis, and waste-reduction methods. Improve workflow, changeover times, material movement, production layout, and machine efficiency. Promote strong standards for safety, housekeeping, operational discipline, and product quality. Control overtime, material consumption, production costs, and operational waste. Provide management with accurate production reports, corrective actions, and improvement plans.<br>Qualifications Minimum five years of production-management experience in corrugated packaging or a closely related industrial converting environment. Relevant experience may have been gained as a Production Manager or Assistant Production Manager. Candidates with 8–10 or more years of relevant manufacturing experience will be strongly preferred. Hands-on knowledge of corrugated-board production, flexographic printing, die-cutting, gluing, and related converting processes. Demonstrated experience implementing Kaizen, Lean manufacturing, 5S, standardized work, and structured problem-solving. Strong knowledge of production planning, capacity management, machine utilization, quality control, and waste reduction. Proven ability to lead supervisors, operators, and shift-based production teams. Experience with ERP or production-management systems and Microsoft Office. Strong leadership, communication, organization, and decision-making skills. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or a related discipline. Substantial directly relevant experience may also be considered. Professional working proficiency in Arabic and English. Ability to work full-time on-site in 10th of Ramadan City.<br>Compensation and benefits Compensation and benefits will be determined based on the candidate’s relevant experience, technical capabilities, interview assessment, and overall suitability for the position. Full details will be discussed during the hiring process.<br>Hiring process Application and CV review Initial telephone interview On-site technical and operational assessment Final management interview<br>MBCOIND welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Hiring decisions are based on relevant experience, skills, and the requirements of the role.<br>Applications will be reviewed according to job-related qualifications and experience. Applicant information will be handled confidentially and used only for recruitment purposes.

About the Role This is a managerial leadership position. You will report directly to the Director of Operations and hold full accountability for the people, processes, and performance of the Gasket and Magnet Strip section. You will lead a team of supervisors, technicians, and operators, and serve as the operational bridge between Production, Planning, Quality, Maintenance, and Warehouse.<br>Key Responsibilities Lead, manage, and develop production supervisors, technicians, and operators across both sections. Set performance objectives, conduct appraisals, and build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Train, mentor, and develop team members on SOPs, best practices, and new production techniques. Maintain a skill matrix for all production staff and use it to guide training plans and deployment decisions. Resolve workforce issues and maintain high engagement on the shop floor. Own daily, weekly, and monthly production output — volume, quality, and on-time delivery. Oversee shift planning, resource allocation, and production scheduling in coordination with the Planning team. Monitor and drive OEE, identifying and closing performance gaps; enforce first-production approval at shift start, model change, and after any unplanned stoppage. Minimize downtime through structured coordination with the Maintenance team. Enforce 4M change management (Man, Machine, Material, Method): track changes, and review risks. Lead improvement initiatives using Lean, Kaizen, 5S, and Six Sigma/DMAIC methodologies; actively engage shop-floor employees in the suggestion system. Develop, document, and maintain SOPs, process flow charts (raw material receipt to shipping, including rework/repair loops), and control plans linked to FMEA. Create and update Value Stream Maps (VSM) to identify waste and improvement opportunities; support all improvements with statistical data. Ensure process FMEAs are updated at each product or process change; re-score after corrective actions and apply lessons learned horizontally across similar processes. Manage feasibility assessments for new production projects (capacity, manpower, equipment). Ensure all critical and special product characteristics are identified in SOPs, control plans, and FMEAs, and clearly communicated at workstations. Collaborate with Quality Control to proactively reduce defects, scrap, and rework across all shifts. Ensure full compliance with ISO 9001:2015 on the production floor at all times. Maintain permanent audit readiness across production documentation, workstations, and processes for customer audits. Lead corrective action management using 8D, Fishbone, and 5-Why methods; ensure FMEA, control plans, and SOPs are updated after every major nonconformance. Enforce PPE usage, machine guards, and safety compliance across production areas. Track and report production KPIs (OEE, capacity utilization, CT, throughput rate, down time, scrap rate, on-time delivery, rework) to the Director of Operations regularly. Work cross-functionally with Planning, Maintenance, Warehouse, and Quality to align production execution with business goals. Participate in management review meetings; contribute production data, root cause findings, and improvement action plans.<br>Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.8–12 years of experience in production or manufacturing management. Minimum 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role. Experience in PVC gaskets production or home appliance / refrigerator manufacturing is strongly preferred. Lean Green Belt certification required — Six Sigma Black Belt, CPIM, or equivalent is a strong plus. Proven track record managing production teams and driving measurable improvements in output, quality, and efficiency. Hands-on experience with OEE tracking, VSM, Lean, 5S, Kaizen, FMEA, control plans, and SPC (CPK/Ppk). Experience with customer supplier audits is a strong advantage. Solid knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and manufacturing compliance requirements. Proficient in MS Excel, ERP systems, and production management tools. Excellent written and spoken English. Based in or able to commute to 10th of Ramadan City (preferred).<br>Apply also through: hr@intertradeco.org

About the Job:<br>The General Assembly Engineer is responsible for planning, optimizing, and supporting assembly operations to ensure the safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of vehicles/products according to quality standards and production targets. The role focuses on process improvement, problem-solving, productivity enhancement, and implementation of manufacturing best practices within the General Assembly area.<br>Responsibilities:<br>Health, Safety & Environment Ensure compliance with company safety regulations and procedures. Promote a strong safety culture and proactively identify and mitigate risks. Support ergonomic evaluations and workplace safety initiatives. Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Production Support:Drive accountability for performance, discipline, and adherence to operational standards. Monitor daily assembly operations and ensure production targets are achieved. Ensure consistent delivery of Safety, Quality, Cost, and Delivery (SQCD) objectives. Support line balancing and manpower optimization activities. Ensure smooth production flow and minimize downtime. Coordinate with production supervisors to resolve operational issues. Lead immediate response to production issues, including line stoppages and bottlenecks. Process Improvement:Analyze assembly processes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. Implement Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and waste reduction initiatives. Conduct cycle time studies and optimize workstation layouts. Develop and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions. Built In Quality:Ensure production output meets defined quality standards and customer expectations. Investigate assembly defects and implement corrective and preventive actions. Support root cause analysis activities using tools such as 5 Why, Fishbone Diagram, and PDCA. Work closely with Quality Engineers to improve Direct Run Rate and reduce rework. Ensure compliance with product quality standards and customer requirements. Equipment and Tool Management: Support installation and commissioning of assembly equipment and tooling. Coordinate preventive maintenance activities with the Maintenance team. Evaluate tooling requirements and recommend improvements. Project Management Participate in new model launches and production ramp-up activities. Support manufacturing feasibility studies and process validation. Coordinate engineering changes and process updates. Reporting and Analysis: Monitor and report assembly KPIs, including: Productivity Efficiency Throughput Defect Rate Rework Rate Downtime Prepare technical reports and presentations for management review.<br>Qualifications:<br>Bachelor’s degree in Automotive engineering, Mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or related field.1-3 years of experience in manufacturing or assembly operations. Experience in automotive manufacturing is preferred. Six Sigma Certification is preferred. (Yellow Belt or Green Belt). IATF 16949 Background is preferred.

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <span>Production Planning &amp; Execution Execute daily and weekly production plans in line with business requirements.<br> Monitor production activities to ensure production targets are achieved.<br> Allocate manpower, machines, and materials efficiently across production lines.<br> Monitor production schedules and adjust operations based on changing priorities or operational constraints.<br> Ensure timely completion of production orders while maintaining product quality.<br> Operational Excellence Monitor production performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.<br> Implement continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity and minimize waste.<br> Optimize machine utilization and labor productivity.<br> Ensure production KPIs are achieved and corrective actions are taken when necessary.<br> Quality &amp; Food Safety Compliance Ensure all production activities comply with GMP, HACCP, ISO, and company quality standards.<br> Work closely with the Quality team to resolve production-related quality issues.<br> Ensure proper implementation of food safety procedures across all production lines.<br> Support internal and external audits and implement corrective actions when required.<br> Team Leadership &amp; Workforce Management Lead, supervise, and develop Production Supervisors, Team Leaders, and Operators.<br> Plan workforce allocation according to production priorities.<br> Monitor employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.<br> Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.<br> Identify training needs and support employee development.<br> Equipment &amp; Maintenance Coordination Ensure production equipment is operated safely and efficiently.<br> Coordinate with the Maintenance Department to schedule preventive and corrective maintenance activities.<br> Report equipment breakdowns and operational issues promptly.<br> Monitor equipment performance to reduce downtime.<br> Reporting &amp; Documentation Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production reports.<br> Monitor and report production KPIs, including output, efficiency, downtime, waste, and labor productivity.<br> Maintain accurate production records and documentation.<br> Provide regular operational updates and recommendations to the Plant Manager.<br> Social insurance coverage Education Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Food Technology, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.<br> Experience 5–7 years of experience in production within the food manufacturing industry.<br> Minimum 2 years of experience in a supervisory or section head position.<br> Technical Knowledge Strong knowledge of production planning and manufacturing operations.<br> Good understanding of GMP, HACCP, ISO 22000, and food safety standards.<br> Experience with ERP systems is preferred.<br> Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and Continuous Improvement methodologies is an advantage.<br> Competencies Leadership and people management.<br> Production planning and execution.<br> Problem-solving and analytical thinking.<br> Decision-making and accountability.<br> Communication and coordination skills.<br> Time management and organizational skills.<br> Ability to work under pressure.<br> Continuous improvement mindset.<br> Strong focus on safety, quality, and operational excellence.<br></span> </div>

Production Manager – Corrugated Packaging MBCOIND · Full-time · On-site10th of Ramadan City, Sharqia, Egypt<br>About MBCOINDMBCOIND is a privately held industrial packaging manufacturer specializing in corrugated cardboard solutions. Our operations include sheet production, printing, die-cutting, gluing, and customized packaging for regional and international clients. As the company grows, we continue to invest in our people, production systems, technology, and continuous-improvement capabilities.<br>Role overview MBCOIND is seeking an experienced, hands-on Production Manager to take responsibility for the daily operation of our manufacturing area. The successful candidate will ensure that production operates safely, smoothly, efficiently, and according to schedule. This position requires a practical leader who is comfortable working directly on the production floor, developing teams, solving operational problems, and establishing reliable systems for safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and cost control. Experience in corrugated packaging and flexographic printing is strongly preferred.<br>Key responsibilities Oversee daily production activities across sheet production, printing, die-cutting, gluing, and finishing operations. Prepare and execute production schedules according to customer orders, available capacity, manpower, materials, and delivery commitments. Ensure production targets are achieved safely, on time, and according to established quality requirements. Monitor output, machine utilization, downtime, waste, rework, quality defects, and on-time delivery. Establish clear production targets, shift handovers, reporting systems, and visual performance boards. Lead, coach, and develop production supervisors, operators, and support teams. Coordinate with maintenance to minimize breakdowns and strengthen preventive-maintenance practices. Work closely with quality, logistics, procurement, and sales to align production with customer requirements. Lead continuous-improvement activities using Kaizen, Lean manufacturing, 5S, standardized work, PDCA, root-cause analysis, and waste-reduction methods. Improve workflow, changeover times, material movement, production layout, and machine efficiency. Promote strong standards for safety, housekeeping, operational discipline, and product quality. Control overtime, material consumption, production costs, and operational waste. Provide management with accurate production reports, corrective actions, and improvement plans.<br>Qualifications Minimum five years of production-management experience in corrugated packaging or a closely related industrial converting environment. Relevant experience may have been gained as a Production Manager or Assistant Production Manager. Candidates with 8–10 or more years of relevant manufacturing experience will be strongly preferred. Hands-on knowledge of corrugated-board production, flexographic printing, die-cutting, gluing, and related converting processes. Demonstrated experience implementing Kaizen, Lean manufacturing, 5S, standardized work, and structured problem-solving. Strong knowledge of production planning, capacity management, machine utilization, quality control, and waste reduction. Proven ability to lead supervisors, operators, and shift-based production teams. Experience with ERP or production-management systems and Microsoft Office. Strong leadership, communication, organization, and decision-making skills. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or a related discipline. Substantial directly relevant experience may also be considered. Professional working proficiency in Arabic and English. Ability to work full-time on-site in 10th of Ramadan City.<br>Compensation and benefits Compensation and benefits will be determined based on the candidate’s relevant experience, technical capabilities, interview assessment, and overall suitability for the position. Full details will be discussed during the hiring process.<br>Hiring process Application and CV review Initial telephone interview On-site technical and operational assessment Final management interview<br>MBCOIND welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Hiring decisions are based on relevant experience, skills, and the requirements of the role.<br>Applications will be reviewed according to job-related qualifications and experience. Applicant information will be handled confidentially and used only for recruitment purposes.

Company Description United Printing Company was formed through the merger of Faden Media and Silicon Advertisement, combining two established marketing and advertising businesses into a single, stronger organization. Silicon Advertisement, founded in 2007 and operational from 2009, brought deep industry experience and a proven track record to the merger. Today, United Printing Company competes as a unified, innovative player in the marketing and advertising space, delivering integrated print and media solutions. The company focuses on high-quality output, creative execution, and reliable service to help clients achieve measurable brand impact. Team members join a growing organization that values collaboration, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.<br>WE’RE HIRING | SENIOR TECHNICAL ENGINEERING MANAGER – POSM<br>United Printing Company is looking for a highly experienced Senior Technical Engineering Manager to lead our technical engineering team and act as the key link between Engineering, Design, and Factory Production. Location: Egypt Position: Offshore Role Industry: BTL / POSM / Retail Branding / Production<br>About the Role We are looking for a strong technical leader with extensive hands-on experience in POSM production who understands how to transform creative concepts into accurate, practical, and production-ready technical drawings. The successful candidate will lead a team of engineers responsible for preparing technical drawings and will work closely with factory production teams to ensure that designs are technically feasible, properly detailed, and efficiently manufactured.<br>Key Responsibilities• Lead, manage, and develop a team of technical engineers.• Review and approve technical drawings before they are released to production.• Ensure all drawings are accurate, detailed, and fully executable.• Translate creative/design concepts into practical manufacturing solutions.• Work directly with factory production workers and supervisors to resolve technical issues.• Provide technical guidance during fabrication, assembly, finishing, and production.• Ensure proper selection and application of materials and manufacturing methods.• Identify potential production challenges before manufacturing starts.• Coordinate between Engineering, Design, Production, Projects, and other relevant departments.• Review prototypes and production samples to ensure they match approved designs.• Develop engineering standards, drawing standards, and technical procedures for the team.• Troubleshoot technical and production problems and provide practical solutions.• Ensure the engineering team understands real-world manufacturing limitations and requirements.• Continuously improve production methods, technical solutions, efficiency, and material utilization.<br>What We’re Looking For10+ years of strong engineering / technical experience, preferably with significant experience in BTL, POSM, retail branding, displays, exhibitions, or similar production environments. Extensive POSM knowledge is a MUST. Proven experience leading a team of engineers and technical draftsmen. Strong understanding of how POSM products are actually manufactured and assembled. Excellent knowledge of materials such as MDF, plywood, wood, metal, acrylic, PVC, foam, plastics, printing materials, lighting, and mixed-material structures. Strong understanding of fabrication and production processes. Excellent ability to read, prepare, review, and approve detailed technical/shop drawings. Strong knowledge of Auto CAD and other relevant technical drawing software. Ability to communicate effectively with factory workers, production supervisors, engineers, designers, and management. Strong problem-solving skills with a hands-on, factory-oriented mindset.<br>The Ideal Candidate:We are not looking for someone who only knows how to draw. We need a technical leader who understands:Design → Engineering → Materials → Fabrication → Assembly → Production → Final Product Someone who can look at a drawing and immediately understand whether it can actually be manufactured, how it should be manufactured, and how to guide the production team to execute it correctly. If you have deep POSM expertise, strong technical leadership experience, and extensive factory production knowledge, Please apply.

Manufacturing / Production Manager – Cosmetics Manufacturing Job Title: Manufacturing / Production Manager Industry: Cosmetics / Personal Care / FMCGLocation: Egypt Department: Manufacturing / Production Reporting To: Plant Head / Factory Director / General Manager Experience: 15–20+ years Qualification: B. E./B. Tech./B. Sc. in Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy, Chemistry, Industrial Engineering or related discipline Job Purpose We are looking for an experienced Manufacturing / Production Manager to lead the production operations of a cosmetics and personal care manufacturing facility. The role will be responsible for achieving production targets while ensuring quality, productivity, cost efficiency, GMP compliance, safety and timely delivery. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in manufacturing products such as skin care, hair care, body care, shampoos, creams, lotions, gels, liquid products, soaps and other cosmetic/personal-care formulations. Key Responsibilities1. Production Management Plan, organize and control daily, weekly and monthly production activities. Ensure achievement of production targets as per the production plan. Manage manufacturing, filling, packing and dispatch coordination. Optimize manpower, machinery, materials and production capacity. Monitor production output, efficiency, yield and downtime. Reduce production losses, wastage and rework.2. Manufacturing Operations Manage end-to-end manufacturing processes for cosmetic and personal-care products. Ensure proper batch manufacturing and adherence to approved formulations and processes. Monitor mixing, heating, homogenization, emulsification, filling and packing operations. Ensure proper line clearance and equipment readiness before production. Improve manufacturing processes to increase productivity and consistency.3. Quality & GMPEnsure production activities comply with GMP, SOPs, quality standards and regulatory requirements. Coordinate closely with Quality Assurance and Quality Control teams. Ensure proper documentation of batch manufacturing records and production reports. Investigate production deviations, batch failures and quality issues and implement corrective actions. Maintain high standards of hygiene, housekeeping and contamination control.4. Cost & Productivity Control manufacturing costs and improve production economics. Identify opportunities to reduce raw-material wastage and conversion costs. Improve machine utilization and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). Monitor production KPIs and implement corrective/improvement actions. Drive continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.5. Team Management Lead and develop production supervisors, operators, technicians and production staff. Plan manpower requirements and shift schedules. Train employees on SOPs, GMP, safety and manufacturing procedures. Set performance objectives and monitor team performance. Promote discipline, teamwork and a strong safety culture.6. Maintenance & Engineering Coordination Coordinate with Engineering/Maintenance teams for preventive and breakdown maintenance. Minimize machine downtime and improve equipment availability. Support installation and commissioning of new production equipment. Ensure production equipment is operated safely and efficiently.7. Planning & Coordination Work closely with Production Planning, Procurement, QA/QC, R&D, Warehouse and Supply Chain teams. Ensure availability of raw materials and packaging materials for production. Coordinate new product trials and scale-up activities with R&D. Support production forecasting and capacity planning. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Production plan achievement Production efficiency OEE / machine utilization Batch yield Material wastage Production cost per unit Downtime reduction Right-first-time production Rejection and rework percentage On-time production completion GMP / audit compliance Safety performance Manpower productivity Candidate Profile The ideal candidate should have:10–15+ years of experience in cosmetics, personal care, FMCG, pharmaceutical or allied manufacturing. Strong hands-on experience in cosmetic manufacturing and production operations. Experience managing production teams and multiple manufacturing lines. Knowledge of GMP, SOPs, batch manufacturing and quality systems. Experience with creams, lotions, shampoos, gels, soaps, liquid products and similar formulations is preferred. Strong knowledge of production planning, manpower planning and process improvement. Good analytical, problem-solving and leadership skills. Experience in reducing wastage and improving manufacturing productivity. Strong communication and coordination skills. Preferred Industry Experience Candidates from:Cosmetics Manufacturing Personal Care Products FMCG Manufacturing Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Toiletries Beauty & Wellness Products Soap & Detergent Manufacturing Chemical/Formulation Manufacturing Education Preferred: B. E./B. Tech./B. Sc. in Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy, Chemistry, Industrial Engineering or related field

This is a managerial leadership position. You will report directly to the Director of Operations and hold full accountability for the people, processes, and performance of the Gasket, Rubber and Magnet Strip section. You will lead a team of supervisors, technicians, and operators, and serve as the operational bridge between Production, Planning, Quality, Maintenance, and Warehouse.<br>Key Responsibilities Lead, manage, and develop production supervisors, technicians, and operators across both sections. Set performance objectives, conduct appraisals, and build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Train, mentor, and develop team members on SOPs, best practices, and new production techniques. Maintain a skill matrix for all production staff and use it to guide training plans and deployment decisions. Resolve workforce issues and maintain high engagement on the shop floor. Own daily, weekly, and monthly production output — volume, quality, and on-time delivery. Oversee shift planning, resource allocation, and production scheduling in coordination with the Planning team. Monitor and drive OEE, identifying and closing performance gaps; enforce first-production approval at shift start, model change, and after any unplanned stoppage. Minimize downtime through structured coordination with the Maintenance team. Enforce 4M change management (Man, Machine, Material, Method): track changes, and review risks. Lead improvement initiatives using Lean, Kaizen, 5S, and Six Sigma/DMAIC methodologies; actively engage shop-floor employees in the suggestion system. Develop, document, and maintain SOPs, process flow charts (raw material receipt to shipping, including rework/repair loops), and control plans linked to FMEA. Create and update Value Stream Maps (VSM) to identify waste and improvement opportunities; support all improvements with statistical data. Ensure process FMEAs are updated at each product or process change; re-score after corrective actions and apply lessons learned horizontally across similar processes. Manage feasibility assessments for new production projects (capacity, manpower, equipment). Ensure all critical and special product characteristics are identified in SOPs, control plans, and FMEAs, and clearly communicated at workstations. Collaborate with Quality Control to proactively reduce defects, scrap, and rework across all shifts. Ensure full compliance with ISO 9001:2015 on the production floor at all times. Maintain permanent audit readiness across production documentation, workstations, and processes for customer audits. Lead corrective action management using 8D, Fishbone, and 5-Why methods; ensure FMEA, control plans, and SOPs are updated after every major nonconformance. Enforce PPE usage, machine guards, and safety compliance across production areas. Track and report production KPIs (OEE, capacity utilization, CT, throughput rate, down time, scrap rate, on-time delivery, rework) to the Director of Operations regularly. Work cross-functionally with Planning, Maintenance, Warehouse, and Quality to align production execution with business goals. Participate in management review meetings; contribute production data, root cause findings, and improvement action plans.<br>Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.8–10 years of experience in production or manufacturing management. Minimum 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role. Experience in PVC gaskets production or home appliance / refrigerator manufacturing is strongly preferred. Lean Green Belt certification required — Six Sigma Black Belt, CPIM, or equivalent is a strong plus. Proven track record managing production teams and driving measurable improvements in output, quality, and efficiency. Hands-on experience with OEE tracking, VSM, Lean, 5S, Kaizen, FMEA, control plans, and SPC (CPK/Ppk). Experience with customer supplier audits is a strong advantage. Solid knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and manufacturing compliance requirements. Proficient in MS Excel, ERP systems, and production management tools. Excellent written and spoken English. Based in or able to commute to 10th of Ramadan City (preferred).<br>Apply also through: hr@intertradeco.org