Linah Group

Runs farms, food businesses and a resort in Egypt

Production Section Head

Manufacturing & Production OperationsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeEl Sadat City, Menofia Governorate, EgyptNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Food Technology, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
Five to seven years of experience in production within the food manufacturing industry.
At least two years of experience in a supervisory or section head position.
Strong knowledge of production planning and manufacturing operations.
A good understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), ISO 22000, and food safety standards.
Leadership and people-management capability.
Production planning and execution capability.
Problem-solving and analytical-thinking capability.
Decision-making and accountability.
Communication and coordination skills.
Time-management and organizational skills.
Ability to work under pressure.
A continuous-improvement mindset.
A strong focus on safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Execute daily and weekly production plans in line with business requirements.
Monitor production activities to ensure production targets are achieved.
Allocate manpower, machines, and materials efficiently across production lines.
Monitor production schedules and adjust operations based on changing priorities or operational constraints.
Ensure timely completion of production orders while maintaining product quality.
Monitor production performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.
Implement continuous-improvement initiatives to increase productivity and minimize waste.
Optimize machine utilization and labor productivity.
Ensure production key performance indicators (KPIs) are achieved and corrective actions are taken when necessary.
Ensure all production activities comply with GMP, HACCP, ISO, and company quality standards.
Work closely with the Quality team to resolve production-related quality issues.
Ensure proper implementation of food-safety procedures across all production lines.
Support internal and external audits and implement corrective actions when required.
Lead, supervise, and develop Production Supervisors, Team Leaders, and Operators.
Plan workforce allocation according to production priorities.
Monitor employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Identify training needs and support employee development.
Ensure production equipment is operated safely and efficiently.
Coordinate with the Maintenance Department to schedule preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
Report equipment breakdowns and operational issues promptly.
Monitor equipment performance to reduce downtime.
Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production reports.
Monitor and report production KPIs, including output, efficiency, downtime, waste, and labor productivity.
Maintain accurate production records and documentation.
Provide regular operational updates and recommendations to the Plant Manager.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous-improvement methodologies.

Production Section Head - ( Subsidiary: Cookievore )

Linah Group · El Sadat City, Egypt · Full-time · Posted 2026-03-12

Workplace: on_site

Department: Operations

Description

Production Planning & Execution
Execute daily and weekly production plans in line with business requirements.
Monitor production activities to ensure production targets are achieved.
Allocate manpower, machines, and materials efficiently across production lines.
Monitor production schedules and adjust operations based on changing priorities or operational constraints.
Ensure timely completion of production orders while maintaining product quality.
Operational Excellence
Monitor production performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.
Implement continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity and minimize waste.
Optimize machine utilization and labor productivity.
Ensure production KPIs are achieved and corrective actions are taken when necessary.
Quality & Food Safety Compliance
Ensure all production activities comply with GMP, HACCP, ISO, and company quality standards.
Work closely with the Quality team to resolve production-related quality issues.
Ensure proper implementation of food safety procedures across all production lines.
Support internal and external audits and implement corrective actions when required.
Team Leadership & Workforce Management
Lead, supervise, and develop Production Supervisors, Team Leaders, and Operators.
Plan workforce allocation according to production priorities.
Monitor employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Identify training needs and support employee development.
Equipment & Maintenance Coordination
Ensure production equipment is operated safely and efficiently.
Coordinate with the Maintenance Department to schedule preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
Report equipment breakdowns and operational issues promptly.
Monitor equipment performance to reduce downtime.
Reporting & Documentation
Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production reports.
Monitor and report production KPIs, including output, efficiency, downtime, waste, and labor productivity.
Maintain accurate production records and documentation.
Provide regular operational updates and recommendations to the Plant Manager.

Requirements

Education
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Food Technology, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
Experience
5–7 years of experience in production within the food manufacturing industry.
Minimum 2 years of experience in a supervisory or section head position.
Technical Knowledge
Strong knowledge of production planning and manufacturing operations.
Good understanding of GMP, HACCP, ISO 22000, and food safety standards.
Experience with ERP systems is preferred.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and Continuous Improvement methodologies is an advantage.
Competencies
Leadership and people management.
Production planning and execution.
Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
Decision-making and accountability.
Communication and coordination skills.
Time management and organizational skills.
Ability to work under pressure.
Continuous improvement mindset.
Strong focus on safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Benefits

Social insurance coverage

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About the Company

Linah Group

Runs farms, food businesses and a resort in Egypt

Linah Group operates agricultural, food manufacturing, retail and hospitality businesses in Egypt. Its Linah Farms business grows Medjool and Barhi dates and other crops, then sorts, packs and exports produce for commercial buyers while selling packaged foods directly to consumers. The group also includes Cookievore, a bakery business, and NoorNation, which develops renewable energy and water systems. Its hospitality operations include Sultan Gardens Resort in Sharm El Sheikh, and a group technology function coordinates systems across the operating businesses. The farming operation traces its roots to a desert reclamation project begun in 1997 in the Bahariya Oasis.

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