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Skills Provision is seeking a qualified Operations Manager for a well-established furniture manufacturing business based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
The employer has a strong track record with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and supplying wood and metal furniture across the commercial, industrial, educational, and hospitality sectors.
This role includes a work permit/sponsorship.
Job Details:
Position Title: Operations Manager
Sector: Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: Dubai, UAE
Contract Term: 2 years (renewable)
Compensation Package:
- Salary: AED per month (inclusive of basic pay, housing allowance, and transport)
- Additional Benefits:
- Medical insurance
- Work permit
- Annual and joining flight tickets
- 30 days of annual leave
Role Responsibilities:
- Supervise and manage the production team to optimise production schedules.
- Implement and maintain an online planning system in line with company procedures and records.
- Collaborate with other departments to enhance operational efficiency.
- Maintain and strive to exceed quality standards.
- Monitor inventory levels and ensure timely procurement of materials.
- Manage expenses and budgets effectively.
- Lead, mentor, and motivate the team to achieve operational goals.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and promote best practices.
- Perform other duties as required.
Requirements
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Business/Operations Management or a related field.
Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of operations management experience within the furniture manufacturing industry, including carpentry, joinery, painting, and upholstery.
- Knowledge of metal product manufacturing processes such as cutting, bending, welding, grinding, and powder coating is an advantage.
- Proven experience in optimising processes and implementing safety protocols.
- Strong workforce management abilities.
- In-depth understanding of manufacturing processes.
- Familiarity with Six Sigma or Kaizen methodologies is preferred.
Skills:
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
- Ability to adapt to shifting priorities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; Arabic proficiency is advantageous.
Benefits
Skills Provision is an ethical international recruitment agency; as such, our adverts do not discriminate with regards to age, race, gender, colour, creed, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and nationality.