Operations Manager

Position Operations Manager Location AAFB – Al Ain Overview The Operations Manager is responsible for leading all manufacturing operations at the Al Ain Factory (bottled water in PET, glass, 5-gallon, cups, plus in-house injection molding across 9 machines & associated water treatment systems), delivering the approved site plan while maximizing efficiency and productivity. The role holder is accountable for ensuring compliance with health, safety and food safety requirements, leading the site team in manufacturing quality products within budget, and providing technical and engineering troubleshooting support to other CBD factories in the UAE. What Will Your Day Look Like? • Translate business strategy into production, maintenance, and capacity plans, driving operational excellence and resource optimization. • Lead factory operations, including production, maintenance, utilities, injection molding, water treatment and planning, ensuring quality, safety, compliance, and business continuity. • Manage budgets, capital investments, and improvement projects while optimizing costs and operational performance. • Lead and develop teams through coaching, performance management, cross-training, and succession planning. • Monitor KPIs and provide timely performance reports, project updates, and improvement recommendations to senior management. How Will You Make an Impact? • Budgets prepared on time and accurately • Cost / MT and % savings from cost optimization initiatives • Annual site and capacity plans delivered on target • No. of technology-enabled improvements implemented and benefits realized • % of planned objectives met and targets achieved • Timely availability of all equipment and materials • Response and resolution time for technical support requests from other CBD factories What Would Make You Successful? Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in engineering. Minimum Experience • 10-15 years including at least 5 years managing a plant or production operation. • Certifications in Lean / Six Sigma / Manufacturing Excellence desirable. Functional Knowledge • Overall manufacturing expertise. • Project Management. Grow with Agthia – For the Better Agthia Group is one of the region’s leading Food & Beverage companies, with a growing international footprint. We are a publicly listed company on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and part of ADQ, one of the region’s largest holding companies. Rooted in Abu Dhabi since 1978, we've grown into a global presence, operating in countries including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Egypt, Turkey, and Jordan. We’ve built a diverse portfolio of over 35 market-leading brands across Water & Food, Snacking, Protein & Frozen, and Agri-Business – touching the lives of millions of consumers in more than 65 global markets. With sustainability at the core of our innovations, we’ve pioneered several world-first products, setting new benchmarks in industry and meeting the evolving needs of communities worldwide. Over 12,000 people from more than 67 nationalities are at the heart of shaping our purpose-driven future, supported by an agile environment which encourages collaboration, creativity, and the freedom to make a real difference. With a competitive benefits package, genuine opportunities to advance, and a focus on continuous learning and development, we’re committed to supporting your growth as we work together to deliver excellence “For the Better.” Join us and be part of a team that's not just shaping the future of food and beverage but also making a meaningful impact on the world. Together, let's grow 'For the Better.'

Bachelor’s degree in engineering. 10-15 years of experience including at least 5 years managing a plant or production operation. Certifications in Lean / Six Sigma / Manufacturing Excellence desirable.

Translate business strategy into production, maintenance, and capacity plans, driving operational excellence and resource optimization. Lead factory operations, including production, maintenance, utilities, injection molding, water treatment and planning, ensuring quality, safety, compliance, and business continuity. Manage budgets, capital investments, and improvement projects while optimizing costs and operational performance. Lead and develop teams through coaching, performance management, cross-training, and succession planning. Monitor KPIs and provide timely performance reports, project updates, and improvement recommendations to senior management.