Role Description
The Production Manager is the head of a factory production floor or work area and ensures that all the different work teams in a company are running smoothly, effectively, and safely.
Dealing with and managing people, processes and work centres. A full understanding of the appropriate industry methodologies to deliver product that meet or exceed the customer needs.
A great Production manager has excellent communication and organizational skills. Be well-versed in manufacturing & testing procedures and policies and will be able to actively discover new ways to do the job more efficiently.
Qualifications and Experience Levels:
* HND, BTec qualifications in business administration, or relevant business experience.
* Conscientious and responsible
* Committed to continuous education through workshops, seminars and conferences
* Demonstrated ability to communicate, present and influence credibly and effectively at all levels of the organization
* Technical understanding
* A keen eye for detail and a results driven approach
* Understanding of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Kaizen, lean manufacturing
* Understanding of manufacturing and supply chain
* Understanding of ISO & AS Manufacturing standards
* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office especially Powerpoint
* Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems experience
General and Task Management
* Effectively and efficiently manage the production of the required daily/weekly/monthly targets in line with customer specifications, meeting quality and delivery expectations, minimising costs where possible and ensure the required best working practices are maintained at all times
* Perform root cause analysis and resolve problems
* Conduct risk assessments of processes and tasks in the department
* Ensure that the function operates in accordance with any health, safety and environmental policies and procedures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of staff and visitors
* Liaison with the Technical Team in the pursuance of existing product performance; to include the implementation of engineering changes on repair and overhaul activities.
* Planning and control of repair station activities
* Procurement and purchasing activities. Maintenance of the stores and inventory activities
* Liaison with the Quality Manager on supplier auditing
* Implementation of Safety as member of the Safety Board on SMS (Safety Management Systems)
* Deputise for the Accountable Manager under instruction when required.
Skills and Attributes:
* Excellent leadership and people management skills
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Ability to manage a variety of cross-functional team members
* Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
* Excellent organisational and follow-up skills
* Competent in problem solving, team building, planning and decision making
* Commercial and Financial acumen