Sr. Production Engineer | Royal Wood Factory

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Royal Wood Factory, part of the United Al Saqer Group, is seeking a Sr. Production Engineer to lead the joinery and wood factory production in Mussafah, Abu Dhabi. You will plan and coordinate production, optimize processes, manage manpower and equipment, ensure quality and cost control, provide technical guidance, and maintain production reporting while collaborating closely with design, procurement, and the QA team. The ideal candidate holds a degree in engineering or construction management, has at least five years in a joinery environment, demonstrates strong leadership and communication, is proficient in CAD, and is skilled with woodworking machinery; certifications in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma are advantageous. To apply, tailor your CV to show measurable gains in throughput, waste reduction, and on time delivery, highlight leadership impact under pressure, provide concrete project examples, and confirm willingness to work onsite in Mussafah.

Royal Joinery has its own dedicated Factory to assist clients on high-profile projects that require international expertise and a degree of workmanship that eliminates the need to source sub-contractors and third-party furniture suppliers. Our primary focus is on carpentry and woodwork specialties across a wide variety of projects and sectors through the delivery of sophisticated qualified experts in their field and innovative techniques and equipment.

As The Production Engineer at Royal Wood Factory, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the entire production process within the joinery, wood factory, and fit-out. This includes planning, organizing, developing, and coordinating the production activities to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of wood products and fit-out solutions.

Production Planning and Coordination

• Assist in planning and scheduling production activities based on project requirements and delivery deadlines.

• Monitor workflow and production progress to ensure targets are achieved.

Process Optimization

• Analyze production processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste.

• Implement best practices and lean manufacturing techniques where applicable.

Resource Management

• Coordinate manpower, machinery, materials, and tools to ensure smooth production operations.

• Monitor machine utilization and production capacity.

Quality Control

• Ensure all products comply with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards.

• Coordinate with the Quality team to address non-conformities and implement corrective actions.

Technical Support

• Review production drawings and provide technical guidance to the factory team.

• Resolve production-related technical issues and support troubleshooting activities

Cost Control

• Monitor material consumption and production efficiency.

• Identify opportunities for cost reduction without compromising quality.

Reporting and Documentation

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production reports.

• Maintain accurate production records and performance data.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITIES

• Plan and monitor daily production activities to meet project schedules.

• Coordinate with design, procurement, and production teams to ensure material and drawing availability.

• Review production drawings and specifications before manufacturing.

• Monitor machine performance and production output.

• Support production supervisors in achieving daily production targets.

• Conduct production analysis and recommend process improvements.

• Ensure compliance with quality standards and project requirements.

• Investigate and resolve production delays, technical issues, and bottlenecks.

• Assist in implementing preventive maintenance schedules for machinery and equipment.

• Prepare production progress reports and performance metrics for management review.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.

Requirements

• MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• Experience in a Joinery company is a must.

• At least 5 years relevant experience in a similar role, preferably

• Provide leadership, guidance, and direction to production supervisors and teams.

• Set performance expectations, conduct performance evaluations, and provide coaching as needed.

• Foster a collaborative and high-performance work culture within the production department.

TECHNICAL KSAs/ CERTIFICATIONS,EDUCATION ETC.

• A  degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field

• Expertise in woodworking machinery, equipment, and tool's

• Certification in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or related methodologies is advantageous.

• Proficiency in CAD software for design evaluation and production planning.

• Exceptional leadership, team management, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Benefits:

In return, we offer you a path towards your most rewarding career and an opportunity to be part of one of the leading family groups within the UAE. Additionally, we provide a competitive benefits package for all successful candidates.

Location: Mussafah, Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.