Production Manager – Signage & OOH Advertising

JOB SUMMARY: We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead factory operations, optimize manufacturing efficiency, and ensure high-quality, on-time production across multiple signage projects.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in Retail Signage, Digital Signage, Outdoor Advertising (OOH), Wayfinding, Architectural Signage, and Custom Fabrication , with a proven ability to manage end-to-end production operations, optimize resources, and maintain stringent quality standards.

This role requires a technically proficient manufacturing leader with strong expertise in production planning, fabrication processes, workforce management, cost control, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will play a critical role in maximizing productivity, ensuring operational excellence, and delivering projects within agreed timelines and budgets.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Production & Factory Operations

• Oversee daily factory operations covering indoor, outdoor, illuminated, LED, digital, architectural, and custom signage.
• Develop and monitor production schedules, manpower allocation, machinery utilization, and material requirements.
• Supervise fabrication, CNC routing, laser cutting, welding, digital printing, painting, assembly, finishing, inspection, packing, and dispatch.
• Ensure production targets, quality standards, and project delivery timelines are consistently achieved.

Production Planning & Resource Management

• Optimize production workflows, workforce deployment, material consumption, and equipment utilization.
• Coordinate with Sales, Engineering, Design, Procurement, Project Management, QA/QC, and Installation teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Monitor production bottlenecks and implement corrective actions to improve throughput and efficiency.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance to minimize equipment downtime and production disruptions.

Quality, Cost & Process Control

• Ensure compliance with quality standards, technical specifications, fabrication drawings, BOQs, and safety procedures.
• Monitor manufacturing costs, labor productivity, material wastage, and production performance.
• Maintain accurate production records, operational reports, and ERP/MRP data.
• Implement continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing practices to enhance productivity, quality, and cost efficiency.

Team Leadership & Performance Management

• Lead, supervise, coach, and develop production supervisors, machine operators, fabricators, welders, and technicians.
• Establish production KPIs, performance targets, and accountability standards.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and address operational or workforce-related challenges.
• Foster a culture of safety, teamwork, quality, discipline, and operational excellence.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Relevant professional certifications will be an advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum 8 years of production management experience, including substantial experience in signage manufacturing and fabrication operations .
• Proven track record of managing factory operations, production schedules, workforce productivity, and manufacturing costs.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of CNC routing, laser cutting, metal fabrication, welding, digital printing, painting, finishing, and assembly .
• Experience managing multidisciplinary production teams and delivering multiple signage projects within quality, cost, and deadline requirements.

Technical Proficiency:

• Strong expertise in signage manufacturing processes, production planning, fabrication drawings, BOQs, technical specifications, and signage materials.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, and ERP/MRP systems is preferred.
• Good understanding of machinery utilization, preventive maintenance, quality control, inventory management, and production cost optimization.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, workflow optimization, and continuous improvement methodologies is an advantage.

Leadership Competencies

• Proven ability to lead factory operations, improve production efficiency, and achieve manufacturing targets.
• Strong workforce planning, resource allocation, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent team leadership, organizational, communication, and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple production priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and operational performance.

WHY JOIN US?

• Competitive compensation package.
• Relocation assistance, where applicable.
• Company-sponsored employment visa, where applicable.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to contribute to large-scale signage manufacturing projects across diverse sectors.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Are you a qualified Mechanical Engineer?
• Do you have at least 5 years of experience in the signage manufacturing industry?
• Which manufacturing processes have you managed (e.g., CNC Routing, Laser Cutting, Metal Fabrication, Welding, Digital Printing, Painting, Finishing, and Assembly)?
• How many production employees have you directly supervised?
• What is your current and expected monthly gross salary in AED?
• What is your notice period or earliest available joining date?

Work Location: In person