General Factory Manager – Bespoke Joinery Manufacturing | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

  • Full Time
  • Saudi Arabia
  • SAR 60,000 USD / Year

Website Ignite Selection

Location

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Job Category

  • Manufacturing & Production
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Operations & Supply Chain
  • Engineering & Technical

Job Overview

An exciting leadership opportunity is available for an experienced General Factory Manager to oversee a large-scale bespoke joinery and woodworking manufacturing facility in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This senior management role is ideal for professionals with extensive experience in joinery manufacturing, production management, operational excellence, and factory leadership.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of factory operations, including production planning, workforce leadership, quality assurance, process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives. Working closely with business leadership, the Factory Manager will ensure efficient production, high-quality manufacturing standards, and sustainable business growth.

This role offers exceptional career growth for manufacturing leaders looking to advance within the bespoke joinery and woodworking industry. Candidates with relevant professional development, industry certification, and proven leadership experience will have the opportunity to lead a high-performing manufacturing operation while driving operational excellence.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the overall operations of the bespoke joinery manufacturing facility.
  • Manage production planning and manufacturing schedules.
  • Ensure operational efficiency across factory operations.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing practices.
  • Lead and develop multidisciplinary production teams.
  • Maintain high standards of product quality and workmanship.
  • Monitor production performance and operational KPIs.
  • Optimize factory resources and production workflows.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.
  • Support commercial objectives and business growth initiatives.
  • Collaborate with senior management on operational strategy.
  • Improve manufacturing productivity and cost efficiency.
  • Oversee workforce planning and performance management.
  • Ensure timely delivery of production targets.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Production Management, Business Management, or a related discipline is preferred.

Experience

  • Proven experience managing large bespoke joinery or woodworking manufacturing facilities.
  • Strong experience in production planning and factory operations.
  • Demonstrated leadership of multidisciplinary manufacturing teams.
  • Experience driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Strong commercial awareness with a focus on business growth.
  • Experience managing quality control and manufacturing efficiency.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.

Technical & Professional Skills

  • Factory Management
  • Joinery Manufacturing
  • Woodworking Production
  • Production Planning
  • Manufacturing Operations
  • Operational Excellence
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Quality Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Performance Management
  • Business Growth
  • Process Optimization
  • Health & Safety Compliance
  • Strategic Planning

Preferred Certifications

  • Lean Six Sigma Certification
  • PMP or Project Management Certification (Preferred)
  • NEBOSH or IOSH Health & Safety Certification (Preferred)
  • Manufacturing or Operations Management Certifications

Salary, Benefits & Career Growth

Salary

Up to SAR 60,000 per month

Benefits

  • Class A healthcare.
  • Family status package available.
  • Opportunity to lead a large-scale bespoke joinery manufacturing facility.
  • Exposure to high-profile manufacturing and construction projects.
  • Collaborative leadership environment with long-term career prospects.

Career Growth

This senior leadership role offers outstanding opportunities to progress into executive manufacturing and operations leadership positions. Continuous training, professional development, and industry-recognized certification programs can further support long-term career advancement within the manufacturing and construction sectors.


Application Process

Application Process (Website)

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  • Click Apply Now on the website.

HR Email for Application

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