SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers – such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.
Associate Manager, Manufacturing Operations
Location: Egypt
Function: Manufacturing Operations
Overview
We are looking for an experienced and driven Manufacturing Operations leader to oversee production activities, ensure operational excellence, and deliver high-quality products safely and efficiently. This role plays a critical part in optimizing production performance, driving continuous improvement, and developing high-performing teams.
About the Role
As an Associate Manager, Manufacturing Operations, you will lead daily production processes, ensuring alignment with production plans, quality standards, and safety requirements. You will collaborate cross-functionally with Planning, Quality, Maintenance, and Warehouse teams to deliver efficient and uninterrupted operations while driving continuous improvement initiatives such as LEAN and TPM.
About the Team / Department
You will join a dynamic Manufacturing Operations team focused on delivering operational excellence in a fast-paced FMCG environment. The team collaborates closely with Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, and Logistics to meet business goals and serve customers effectively.
Responsibilities
- Execute production plans in coordination with Factory Planning to meet volume, timing, and quality targets
- Lead and supervise production teams, ensuring clear accountability, performance, and adherence to standards
- Monitor and improve production line performance using KPIs and performance management tools
- Ensure product quality by maintaining process control, minimizing waste, and reducing scrap levels
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using TPM and Lean methodologies
- Maintain compliance with Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) standards and promote a safety-first culture
- Collaborate with Maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and optimal performance
- Oversee SAP production order execution, variance analysis, and inventory accuracy
- Lead warehouse coordination and finished goods flow to ensure smooth logistics operations
- Develop and coach team members, enabling skill-building and career progression
Experience You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field
- Minimum 8 years of experience in Manufacturing Operations within FMCG or similar industries
- Experience managing production teams and driving operational performance
Behaviors You’ll Need
- Strong leadership and team development capability
- Results-oriented with a focus on efficiency and cost optimization
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret KPIs and drive action
- Collaborative and effective communicator across functions
This role isn't eligible for international relocation
You must be legally eligible to work in the country
Inclusion & Diversity
We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.
We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
- Minimum 8 years of experience in Manufacturing Operations within FMCG or similar industries
- Experience managing production teams and driving operational performance
- Experience driving continuous improvement using Lean and TPM methodologies
- Familiarity with SAP production order execution and inventory/variance analysis
- Knowledge of Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) compliance and safety-first culture
- Must be legally eligible to work in the country; not eligible for international relocation
SC Johnson Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SC Johnson and has not been reviewed or approved by SC Johnson.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Pay is frequently framed as fair or good when bonuses and profit sharing are included, suggesting meaningful upside beyond base salary. The total rewards approach is positioned as benchmarking to market standards and rewarding performance through variable compensation elements.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are repeatedly described as a strength, including 401(k) matching and, in some cases, additional retirement contributions. These programs appear to materially improve perceived total compensation for long-tenure employees and those prioritizing savings benefits.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-oriented benefits stand out, with parental leave, childcare support in certain locations, and recognition for working-parent support programs. This breadth is presented as a distinctive part of the package compared with more narrowly focused benefits offerings.
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What We Do
We’re SC Johnson, a family company at work for a better world™. We are a leading manufacturer of household cleaning products and products for home storage, air care, pest control, shoe care and professional products. SC Johnson’s high-quality products and iconic brands include OFF!®, Raid®, Glade®, Windex®, Scrubbing Bubbles®, Ziploc®, Mrs. Meyer’s® Clean Day, method®, Autan®, Baygon®, Mr Muscle®, Duck®, Lysoform® and more, and are in homes, schools and businesses in virtually every country worldwide. We’re a fifth-generation, family-owned and led company with 13,000 employees and operations in 70 countries. Founded in 1886 and headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin, we believe that a more sustainable, healthier and transparent world that inspires people and creates opportunities isn't just possible – it's our responsibility. SC Johnson includes both SC Johnson Professional, providing solutions to healthcare, industrial and institutional markets, and SC Johnson Lifestyle Brands, a growing house of like-minded brands working together for bold, transformative growth. Learn more about SC Johnson on our LinkedIn “Life” tab, at https://scjohnson.com or https://jobs.scjohnson.com.
