Production Manager French Fries Factory / KSA site

Career Opportunity

For leading French Frites Company in Saudi Arabia seeking

Production Manager / French Fries Factory

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

· Production Planning & Execution: Create and implement daily and weekly production schedules to meet customer demand and inventory targets.

· Equipment & Process Oversight: Monitor specialized machinery, including automated peeling systems, water cutters, fryers, and spiral freezers, to ensure optimal throughput and OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness).

· Quality Assurance (QA): Ensure product consistency in color, texture, and size, adhering to standards like HACCP and ISO 22000.

· Cost & Waste Management: Manage budgets, reduce production costs, and minimize raw material waste (potato solids and oil consumption).

· Health & Safety Compliance: Enforce strict hygiene protocols and safety regulations on the factory floor to prevent food-borne illnesses and workplace injuries.

· Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and evaluate a diverse team of operators, supervisors, and maintenance technicians.

Specialized Technical Knowledge

· Potato Storage & Handling: Managing the "Powerhouse" and storage environments to prevent spoilage and maintain starch quality.

· Frying Chemistry: Monitoring oil quality, frying temperatures, and moisture levels to achieve specific crispness profiles.

· Freezing & Logistics: Overseeing ammonia refrigeration plants and coordinating with third-party logistics (3PL) for frozen distribution.

Job Requirements

· Experience not less than 15 years and 5 years managerial level for food manufacturing, ideally in the frozen potato or snack food industry.

· A degree in Food Science, Engineering (Mechanical/Chemical), or Operations Management.

· Proficiency in ERP systems and Excellent English language.

Job Type: Full-time