Production Manager-Manufacturing Facility

At Genius we are hiring for a role of Production Manager-Manufacturing Unit for one of our Food Manufacturing Client having their Operations in IraqLocation--Iraq--BaghdadThe Production Manager is responsible for managing and controlling all production activities within the potato chips manufacturing facility, ensuring that production plans are achieved safely, efficiently, cost effectively, and in accordance with approved quality and food safety standardsMajor Responsibilities: Production Planning & Execution Production Process Management Production Team Management Productivity & Efficiency Cost & Waste Control Quality & Food Safety Health, Safety & Environment Maintenance & Equipment Coordination Start-Up & Operational ReadinessContinuous ImprovementEducation: Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.

• Professional qualifications in manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or food safety would be an advantage. 3 4 Experience
• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in manufacturing/production operations.
• At least 4–5 years in a Production Manager / Production Head / Manufacturing Manager role.
• Strong experience in food manufacturing, preferably snacks, potato chips, extruded snacks, or similar FMCG food production.
• Experience managing automated production lines and multi-shift manufacturing operations.
• Experience in factory start-up, commissioning, or production ramp-up is highly preferred. Skills & Competencies
• Production & Process Management – Strong knowledge of food manufacturing processes, production planning, line operations, and process optimization.
• Leadership & Team Management – Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and manage a large production workforce across multiple shifts.