Factory Manager
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About the Role
Discovered MENA is hiring a Factory Manager for a global brand activation agency in Dubai. The role involves leading end-to-end production operations for exhibition stands, event structures, and fit-out projects.
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Responsibilities
- Oversee all factory departments including Carpentry, Metalwork, Painting, CNC, Finishing, and Logistics
- Develop and implement production schedules aligned with project deadlines and resource availability
- Ensure all fabrication and fit out works meet quality standards and client specifications
- Coordinate closely with Design, Project Management, Procurement, and Site Teams
- Lead daily production meetings and proactively resolve operational or technical challenges
- Monitor factory capacity, workforce allocation, and equipment utilization to maximize efficiency
- Enforce health, safety, and environmental standards across all operations
- Manage factory budgets by reducing waste, optimizing material usage, and controlling production costs
- Develop and mentor supervisors and skilled workers to build a high performance culture
- Maintain accurate production documentation, tracking systems, and reporting processes
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and reduce costs
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Industrial Management, or related technical discipline
- 8–10+ years of experience within a manufacturing, production, or factory environment
- Minimum 3 years in a management role within the Exhibitions, Events, or Interior Fit Out industry
- Strong understanding of production workflows, materials, fabrication methods, and finishing techniques
- Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings and technical specifications
- Excellent leadership, planning, and problem solving skills
- Experience using ERP or Production Management Systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong knowledge of workplace health, safety, and compliance standards
Full Job Posting
Discover the Opportunity
- We are hiring a Factory Manager to join a leading global total brand activation agency in Dubai.
- Part of an extensive international network with production facilities spanning five continents, our client delivers world class brand experiences across exhibitions and trade shows.
- This is an exciting opportunity to lead production operations within a highly collaborative and globally connected organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee all factory departments including Carpentry, Metalwork, Painting, CNC, Finishing, and Logistics.
- Develop and implement production schedules aligned with project deadlines and resource availability.
- Ensure all fabrication and fit out works meet quality standards and client specifications.
- Coordinate closely with Design, Project Management, Procurement, and Site Teams.
- Lead daily production meetings and proactively resolve operational or technical challenges.
- Monitor factory capacity, workforce allocation, and equipment utilization to maximize efficiency.
- Enforce health, safety, and environmental standards across all operations.
- Manage factory budgets by reducing waste, optimising material usage, and controlling production costs.
- Develop and mentor supervisors and skilled workers to build a high performance culture.
- Maintain accurate production documentation, tracking systems, and reporting processes.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and reduce costs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Industrial Management, or a related technical discipline.
- 8–10+ years of experience within a manufacturing, production, or factory environment.
- Minimum 3 years in a management role within the Exhibitions, Events, or Interior Fit Out industry.
- Strong understanding of production workflows, materials, fabrication methods, and finishing techniques.
- Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings and technical specifications.
- Excellent leadership, planning, and problem solving skills.
- Experience using ERP or Production Management Systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong knowledge of workplace health, safety, and compliance standards.
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