PRODUCTION MANAGER

OPERATION & PRODUCTION MANAGER

DEPARTMENT          :           PRODUCTION DEPARTMENT

REPORTS TO            :           MARKETING DIRECTOR/ MANAGING DIRECTOR

The following guidelines are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Job Summary:   

As Production Manager you have to plan, direct and coordinate all organization’s operations. You will be responsible for improving performance, productivity, efficiency and profitability through the implementation of effective methods and strategies. You will manage a team of managers, training managers and other direct reports.

You must at all times pay special attention to and promote workplace safety.

Main functions:

• Plan Operate and Oversee the Operations of the Production, (including Ovens, Tanks, Fabrication) Raw Materials and Maintenance Departments
• Responsible for Production Planning and Control
• Ensure that all products are manufactured in a correct, cost effective and timely manner in alignment with specifications and quality requirements
• Chalking out or improve operational systems, processes and best practices that guarantee organizational well-being
• Ensure that the Departments Purchase materials, plan inventory and ensure warehouse efficiency
• Manages the stock control, and checks that inventory records are accurate
• Follows up on interruptions to the orders
• Plans, schedules, and reviews workload and manpower to make sure targets are being met on a cost-effective basis
• Ensures the production team has enough time to manufacture and deliver products based on the client's request
• Makes sure the working environment maintains access to quality equipment
• Monitors production standards
• Contribute towards the achievement of company’s strategic and operational objectives
• Examine financial data/statements and use them to improve profitability
• Perform quality controls and monitor production KPI’s
• Recruit, train, supervise and appraise human resources
• Confirms that health and safety regulations are followed
• Provides guidance to employees
• Cater to clients’ or personnel’s concerns
• Planning and controlling change.
• Managing quality assurance programmes.
• Researching new technologies and alternative methods of efficiency.
• Setting and reviewing budgets and managing cost.
• Manages the growth and success of the team

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Demonstrate a working knowledge of:

• Managerial practices, i.e. leadership / supervisory practices.
• Effective Communication Skills
• New technologies that can positively impact on the production processes
• Working as part of an integral team considering your colleagues at all times.
• Microsoft Office, Using the Internet, E-mails
• Creating, composing and editing written materials.
• Gathering data, compiling information and preparing reports.

PERSONAL SKILLS

Be:

• Inspired by a passion for quality and great service delivery.
• Strong motivation in achieving and exceeding targets.
• Excellent organizational and co-ordinating skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Able to “parallel process” i.e., handle many items at one time.
• Analytical in approach to problem solving.
• Able to maintain a high energy level and personality.
• Self-motivated and tenacious in achieving goals.
• Self-starting and results oriented.
• Able to set clear goals for self and others.
• Flexible and willing to adjust to rapidly changing requirements and schedules.
• Ethical, truthful and honest.
• Able to build and maintain positive relationships.
• Committed to group and team development.
• Able to dress, carry and conduct oneself in a professional manner.
• Able to handle difficult people and situations with composure and professionalism.
• Able to communicate effectively, both orally, in person and over the phone, and in writing, inclusive of being able to express thoughts, feelings and ideas clearly and succinctly.

SYSTEM SKILLS

Demonstrate proficiency and consistency in the use of the following: 

• Production Reports / Schedules
• Purchase Requisitions
• Time Sheets / Piece Rate Sheets
• Leave Form
• Performance Appraisal Form

Demonstrate: 

• The knowledge of policies and procedures contained in the Employee Manual and other relevant documents and consistency in ensuring that same are adhered to.
• The willingness to work together with and accept direction from Management and peers to improve quality, customer satisfaction, performance and profitability.
• The ability to recommend additions/changes to procedures that would enhance and/or improve Company’s capabilities.

It may be necessary at some stage, due to exigencies that may arise, to perform duties other than those normally falling within your ambit.