Production Manager

Production Manager – Commercial Kitchen Equipment (Stainless Steel)Location: 15th of May City, Cairo, Egypt (On-site)Industry: Manufacturing – Stainless Steel Kitchen EquipmentAbout Line Steel:Founded in 2008, Line Steel is Egypt’s premier manufacturer of high-grade commercial kitchen equipment, specializing in stainless steel fabrication. We are the trusted manufacturing partner for the Middle East’s leading QSR chains (including Bazooca, Kansas, and Buffalo Wings) and are rapidly expanding our exports to Europe, Africa, and South America. We are currently in a high-growth phase, scaling our operations, increasing our production capacity, and professionalizing our processes to meet international CE,UL Marks and ISO standards.The Mission (Your Strategic Impact):We are looking for a seasoned, hands-on Production Manager to overhaul our manufacturing workflow. Your primary objective is to shift our production system from a traditional "Make-to-Order" (MTO) model to a "Make-to-Stock" (MTS) model. This strategic pivot will allow us to reduce delivery lead times from 21 days to immediate fulfillment via a robust strategic inventory, directly fueling our international expansion.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning: Develop, implement, and monitor monthly/weekly production schedules to ensure a continuous flow of finished goods into strategic inventory.- Operations Management: Directly oversee the entire fabrication & finishing two floors, including shearing, bending, argon welding, and final assembly lines, ensuring maximum efficiency.- Inventory & Procurement Coordination: Manage raw material inventory levels (stainless steel grades and gauges) and coordinate with procurement to set accurate reorder points, ensuring zero production stoppages.- Quality Assurance: Enforce rigorous finishing and polishing standards to meet stringent international export specifications (CE Mark) and major QSR chain requirements.- Maintenance Engineering: Design and implement a robust Preventive Maintenance (PM) system for all machinery to minimize unplanned downtime and prolong equipment life.- Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and upskill a diverse team of supervisors, technicians, and production workers to boost overall labor productivity.- Cost Optimization: Continuously analyze and reduce waste (Waste Management) and production costs while strictly maintaining product quality and safety standards.Qualifications & Requirements:- Education: Bachelor’s degree in (Production, Mechanical, or Mechatronics) Engineering.- Experience: - 8 to 12 years of progressive experience in metal fabrication and heavy manufacturing. - Minimum 3 years in a senior supervisory role (Production Manager or Head of Production). - Mandatory: Proven, verifiable experience specifically within Stainless Steel manufacturing, light metals fabrication, or commercial kitchen equipment production. - Strong Plus: Familiarity with the technical specifications required by major QSR chains.Technical Competencies:- Expert proficiency in reading and analyzing engineering drawings (AutoCAD, SolidWorks).- Deep knowledge of stainless steel properties (types, gauges, argon welding techniques, and finishing).- Hands-on experience with ERP systems (Odoo is a significant advantage).- Strong command of inventory management techniques (Setting reorder points, ABC analysis).- Solid understanding of Quality & Safety standards (ISO 9001).- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for reporting, data analysis, and KPI tracking.Leadership & Soft Skills:- A firm, decisive, and commanding leadership personality capable of directing factory floor workers with authority and respect.- Exceptional technical problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick, high-stakes operational decisions.- Ability to thrive under pressure and strictly adhere to inventory fulfillment deadlines.- Strong alignment with management policies and seamless cross-functional coordination with the International Business Development and Sales teams.Work Schedule:Saturday to Thursday (Standard Egyptian workweek).9am to 5pmWhy Join Line Steel?- Strategic Role: You aren't just maintaining the status quo; you are building the factory of the future.- International Exposure: Your work will directly impact products exported world wide.- Growth Phase: Join a company that is investing heavily in its people, systems, and machinery.How to Apply:Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their updated CV (PDF format) via email with the subject line: "Production Manager Application – [Your Full Name]".Email: hr@line-steel.com