Job Title: Fresh Food Factory Manager
Location: Dubai
Salary: Package up to £95k (Benefits + Tax Free)
Protea Recruitment is supporting a leading food manufacturing business in the UAE in their search for a factory manager with a strong background in fresh food production. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader with experience managing production, quality, and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Management
* Oversee daily production planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
* Continuously optimise processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
* Ensure full compliance with food safety regulations, including HACCP and ISO 22000.
* Maintain a safe and compliant work environment.
* Manage preventive maintenance of equipment and facilities.
* Support new product development (NPD) and organise costing.
* Coordinate with procurement to monitor ingredient quality.
Team Leadership
* Lead, train, and develop production staff and managers.
* Foster a positive and high-performing work culture.
* Address staff concerns and resolve conflicts effectively.
Financial Management
* Oversee budgets, ensuring cost control in labour, materials, and utilities.
* Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Minimum of HND, however degree is preferred
* Minimum five years’ experience in food production management, preferably in fresh food manufacturing.
* Strong knowledge of food safety, quality control, and health & safety regulations.
* Experience in lean manufacturing principles.
* Proven leadership and team management skills.
* Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Additional Requirements
* Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
* Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
* High attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality.
Please Note: Our client is only able to issue VISA's to residents of the EU or UK.