Production Manager

Production Manager

Position’s Title : Production Manager

Job Purpose/Summary 

As Production Manager you will be responsible for ensuring that the factory, layout and machinery used to produce the Company’s products are maintained and capable of operating at their maximum efficiency and output at all times. This includes total predictive and preventative maintenance of equipment, managing breakdowns of mechanical, electrical and robotic equipment (including software programming). You will be responsible to gain an in-depth understanding of the function of each piece of equipment and its role in the overall operation of the facility. The job also includes people management and budgetary/cost reporting.

Core Functions/Duties/Responsibilities 

1. Gain an in-depth knowledge of the operation of each piece of equipment and be fully capable of operating same.
2. Organize workflow to meet production specifications and deadlines.
3. Maintain and repair Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic systems, and equipment.
4.  Assist in running an efficient production and maintenance department which is able to fulfil operational and customer demand and meet targets.
5. Manage maintenance projects.
6. Responsible for the safety of individuals on the team and that of those impacted by any maintenance activity.
7. Understand and work in accordance with the company’s quality requirements.
8. Perform effective diagnosis of breakdowns and timely repair of equipment to maximize availability.
9. Perform scheduled planned preventative maintenance in accordance to minimize unplanned downtime.
10. Record and document all work carried out on all equipment on both paper and electronic systems as is required.
11. Analysis of issues to root cause and development of countermeasures, improvement actions and/or suggestions to improve.
12. Control and source maintenance tools, equipment and spares.
13. Document breakdowns, identifying root cause and remedial action to help identify and resolve recurring issues. Utilize Predictive Maintenance techniques to assist in developing replacement of soon to fail parts and refurbishment schedules.
14. Understand and work in accordance with mandatory requirements of Health, Safety and Environmental requirements.
15. Conduct risk assessments of processes and tasks in the department.

This description is not exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to undertake duties that are broadly in line with the above responsibilities.

Required Skills

• Exercise considerable initiative/judgement in work methods and in interpreting and delegating work requirements/goals.
• Self-supervising within the guidance and expectations of direct management.
• Ability to coach, counsel and lead a team of people.
• Ability to communicate with clarity, both verbally and in written form.
• Able to work cross functionally and collaboratively with many stakeholders.
• Demonstrate excellence in approach to work and people activities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to build solid relationships.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent management / leadership skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.

• Professionalism and responsible
• Maturity, Integrity and honesty.
• Sense of urgency in everything you do.
• Ability to inspire confidence of others.
• Ability to lead and motivate teams.

Educational Requirements, Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial System, Engineering or related field would be an asset
• Two (2) to five (5) years manufacturing and maintenance experience.

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques.
• Strong competence with MS Office Suite of software (Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, Word, Outlook).