Factory Floor Production Manager

For decades known as Saumon Ghattas, our family business was founded in 1961 by Raymond Ghattas, a pioneer who helped introduce smoked salmon to Lebanon and later crafted the first in-house production in the Middle East. His recipe, perfected over generations, remains at the heart of what we do — still hand-sliced, always a cut above.

Now carrying the name Atelier Ghattas, with new branding and packaging, the company continues to honor its heritage while embracing a young, forward-looking management. Beyond our iconic salmon, we are purveyors of fine foods including USDA Prime & Choice beef, Dutch veal, tuna, and shrimp. We proudly serve Lebanon's leading caterers, restaurants, hotels, delicatessens, and supermarkets — and export to markets throughout the Middle East. We also deliver to households across Greater Beirut and the Metn area.

Tradition carried forward with renewed vision.

Factory Floor Production Manager – Job Description

Job Title: Factory Floor Production Manager

Location: Smoked Salmon Factory – Ain Saadeh Lebanon

Reports to: General Manager / Administration and Operations Manager

Job Purpose

The Factory Floor Production Manager is responsible for overseeing all day-to-day production activities within the smoked salmon factory. This role ensures that production targets are met efficiently, safely, and in compliance with all food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. The Production Manager leads factory floor staff, maintains high product quality standards, coordinates dispatch and inventory movement, and supports continuous improvement across operations.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Operations Management

• Plan, organize, and supervise daily production activities (processing, smoking, slicing, packing, and labeling).

• Ensure production schedules are met while minimizing waste and downtime.

• Monitor production yields, losses, and efficiencies, and implement corrective actions where needed.

• Coordinate closely with procurement and inventory to ensure raw materials and packaging are available.

Staff Management & Supervision

• Manage, supervise, and motivate factory floor employees.

• Allocate staff effectively across shifts and production lines.

• Train new employees and ensure ongoing skills development.

• Enforce hygiene standards, attendance, and disciplinary procedures.

Quality Control & Product Standards

• Ensure all products meet company quality standards and specifications.

• Oversee in-process quality checks and final inspections.

• Address quality issues and customer complaints with QA.

Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, and local food safety regulations.

• Enforce hygiene, sanitation, PPE, and documentation standards.

• Support audits and inspections.

Dispatch, Logistics & Inventory

• Oversee order preparation and timely dispatch.

• Ensure FIFO/FEFO and cold chain integrity.

• Maintain accurate stock and production records.

Equipment & Facility Management

• Ensure correct use and cleanliness of equipment.

• Coordinate repairs and maintenance when needed.

Cost Control & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor labor efficiency and material usage.

• Improve processes, reduce waste, and support SOP implementation.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or diploma in Food Technology, Food Science, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field preferred.

• 3–5 years' experience in food manufacturing.

• Proven factory floor leadership experience.

• Hands-on salmon processing skills not required; ability to oversee and evaluate proper fish handling is essential.

• Strong understanding of HACCP and GMP.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and organization skills.

• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Ability to work under pressure.

• Good communication and reporting skills.

Working Conditions

• Factory floor-based role in chilled environments.

• Shift work and extended hours during peak periods.

Performance Indicators

• Production efficiency and schedule adherence.

• Product quality and audit results.

• Staff performance and attendance.

• Dispatch accuracy and record-keeping.