Production Analyst

Black & Grey HR is recruiting for one of the world's largest global food companies in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. Our client is looking to hire an experienced Production Analyst who will play a key role in monitoring and improving production efficiency. This position involves analyzing yield, BOMs, workforce allocation, and productivity to ensure smooth operations while keeping costs under control.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assess production performance and suggest improvements.
2. Oversee productivity levels across production lines and develop enhancement strategies.
3. Implement monitoring systems to track efficiency; set benchmarks for line efficiency and monitor results.
4. Conduct detailed performance reports at the end of each month.
5. Investigate inefficiencies and recommend solutions for continuous improvement and work towards optimizing production processes.
6. Determine and validate ideal yield for each SKU and conduct yield performance assessments and address discrepancies.
7. Maintain and update BOM compositions, ensuring adherence to guidelines.
8. Prepare comprehensive reports and guidelines for internal use.
9. Ensure precise cost rating per line and maintain accuracy in financial reports.
10. Define and oversee fixed cost budgets.
11. Plan and distribute workforce efficiently across production lines.
12. Monitor labor allocation to enhance productivity.
13. Identify and report any HSE hazards, incidents, or deviations.
14. Adhere to and enforce safety protocols, ensuring all personnel follow proper procedures.
15. Participate in risk assessments and safety improvement initiatives.
16. Follow Food Safety Golden Rules and ensure compliance with FSQ policies.
17. Train and oversee team members to meet food safety standards.
18. Maintain integrity in food production processes and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in Food Engineering, Production Engineering, or a related discipline.
2. At least 3 years of experience in a production environment, preferably in the food industry.
3. Strong understanding of food safety regulations and production processes.
4. Experience managing yield optimization, process losses, and rework strategies.
5. Familiarity with FMCG production workflows.
6. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel & PowerPoint).
7. Knowledge of SAP and analytical tools (PDCA, Cause & Effect Diagram, etc.).

Benefits: Attractive Salary + Benefits.

This role is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to contribute to production efficiency, streamline processes, and drive operational improvements. If you're passionate about optimization and quality, we encourage you to apply!