Manufacturing Manager📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Alkhorayef Petroleum Company is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to join its team in Dammam, Eastern Region. This full-time role requires 2-5 years of experience and involves leading comprehensive manufacturing operations to meet production targets and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute comprehensive manufacturing plans to achieve production targets and delivery schedules.
• Develop, implement, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all manufacturing processes.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and production metrics to ensure operational excellence and identify areas for improvement.
• Perform root cause analysis of production issues and implement effective corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, as well as legal and regulatory requirements.
• Promote a culture of innovation and best practice in all manufacturing activities.
• Regularly review and update policies and procedures to reflect operational changes, regulatory updates, and industry best practices.

Operational Efficiency and Innovation

• Lead the implementation of Lean Six Sigma and automation initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Develop and champion a robust continuous improvement strategy in partnership with the management team and key business stakeholders.
• Lead Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and other Lean activities to identify and eliminate waste.
• Drive the adoption of automation and Industry technologies to enhance manufacturing capabilities.

Financial Oversight and Reporting

• Develop and manage the manufacturing budget, ensuring all operations are within approved financial parameters.
• Lead the manufacturing budgeting cycle and ensure all operations remain within approved financial parameters.
• Provide accurate reporting on budget performance, expenditures, and variances to senior leadership.
• Develop and implement cost optimization strategies that enhance profitability and mitigate financial and operational risks.
• Conduct regular financial reviews and forecasting to anticipate budget needs and adjust resource allocation accordingly.
• Present performance metrics, project updates, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience of 2-5 years in a high-mix, low-volume (HMLV) manufacturing setting is essential.
• Previous experience in the Oil and Gas equipment manufacturing industry is preferred.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Dammam, Eastern Region, contributing to the manufacturing operations of Alkhorayef Petroleum Company.