Overview
Plant/Factory Manager - Edible Oil at Black Pearl Consult — Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Black Pearl, a leading recruitment partner in the GCC, is currently supporting a well-established manufacturing organization in the UAE in their search for an experienced Plant Head / Factory Manager. We specialize in sourcing senior leadership talent within FMCG, Food & Beverage, and industrial manufacturing, connecting high-performing professionals with top-tier organizations across the region. This is a strategic leadership role for a hands-on professional who can manage end-to-end factory operations, drive production performance, and lead large-scale expansion and transformation projects.
Full job description
Black Pearl, a leading recruitment partner in the GCC, is currently supporting a well-established manufacturing organization in the UAE in their search for an experienced Plant Head / Factory Manager. We specialize in sourcing senior leadership talent within FMCG, Food & Beverage, and industrial manufacturing, connecting high-performing professionals with top-tier organizations across the region.
This is a strategic leadership role for a hands-on professional who can manage end-to-end factory operations, drive production performance, and lead large-scale expansion and transformation projects.
Key Responsibilities
Lead overall factory operations, ensuring smooth production, quality, and cost efficiency
Develop and implement long-term manufacturing and operations strategies
Manage production planning, forecasting, and manpower allocation
Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, process optimization)
Monitor and improve plant performance, including OEE and operational KPIs
Oversee maintenance strategies (preventive and predictive)
Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and HSE standards (ISO, GMP, HACCP)
Lead factory expansion, relocation, and infrastructure development projects
Manage Capex planning, budgeting, and project execution
Coordinate with suppliers, contractors, and regulatory authorities
Support R&D and new product development initiatives
Requirements
To be considered for this role, you need to meet the following criteria:
Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology, Engineering, or related field
Minimum 10–12 years of experience in FMCG / Food Manufacturing, with leadership exposure
Proven experience managing factory operations and large teams
Strong background in production, maintenance, and process optimization
Experience in plant expansion, modernization, or relocation projects
Strong understanding of quality, food safety, and regulatory compliance
Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
Arabic language is an advantage
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