Factory Manager - Joinery

About the role

Unibal Joinery, a joinery and woodworks company in Abu Dhabi focused on custom joinery for residential, commercial and hospitality projects, is hiring a full-time, on-site Factory Manager. The manager oversees day-to-day manufacturing operations, ensures production schedules are met, allocates resources effectively and optimizes workflows.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and organize production activities and supervise factory staff
• Monitor output and quality, and coordinate with procurement and project teams to secure materials and meet deadlines
• Implement and maintain health and safety standards and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Manage equipment maintenance to minimize downtime
• Prepare regular performance reports and support cost control measures
• Foster a collaborative, accountable work culture in the factory

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Factory Manager or similar supervisory role in manufacturing; experience in the UAE market is an advantage
• Diploma or degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications for joinery or wood manufacturing (joinery or woodworking experience highly beneficial)

Required skills

• Production planning and management, including scheduling, capacity and resource management
• Quality control practices
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations for manufacturing
• Basic computer tools and production or ERP systems used for planning and reporting
• Organizational, problem-solving and decision-making skills with attention to detail and deadlines