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Production Manager (mfd) for New Manufacturing facility in Saudi Arabia

Wolffkran


Job Location:

Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 2 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 31 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Production Manager to lead the establishment and operational management of our new manufacturing facility in Saudi Arabia.

Tasks

- Project Leadership: Oversee the entire project lifecycle for setting up the new production site in Dammam including strategic planning resource allocation and timeline management.

- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to all local legal requirements and industry regulations maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.

- Manufacturing Excellence: Develop and implement efficient manufacturing processes taking into consideration Lean Manufacturing principles to optimize efficiency and quality.

- Team Development: Identify key roles and recruit top talent for the local production team.

- Quality Assurance: Implement robust quality management systems ensuring thorough documentation and adherence to inspection protocols.

Requirements

- Experience: Proven track record in leading international projects ideally as a Plant Manager or similar role within KSA.

- Legal Expertise: Comprehensive understanding of KSAs legal landscape for production sites with international legal experience being advantageous.

- Financial Expertise: Proficient in budgeting financing and cost control within manufacturing environments.

- Technical Expertise: Strong background in crane engineering machinery steel fabrication or related industries with a focus on relevant technologies. Familiarity with automation and robotics in production is a plus.

- Process Improvement: Familiarity with Lean Management Kaizen or Six Sigma methodologies is a plus.

- IT Knowledge: Experience with ERP systems like SAP

- Government Liaison: Experience interacting with local authorities and understanding their operational frameworks.

- Language Proficiency: Fluent in Arabic and English; German language is a plus.

Benefits

All benefits as per the local regulations.

Key Skills

  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Six Sigma
  • Continuous Improvement
  • ISO 9001
  • Lean Six Sigma
  • Management Experience
  • Manufacturing & Controls
  • 5S
  • Manufacturing Management
  • Kaizen
  • Chemistry
  • Manufacturing

About Company

WOLFFKRAN. The name stands for experience and competence in the design, construction and use of tower cranes. With its innovative technology and know-how, the company has significantly contributed to the rapid developments in the field of material handling to date. Around 860 dedica ... View more

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