Poduction Manager
The Production Manager’s role is to ensure stability, integrity, and efficient operations of all plant personnel; be proficient in production planning and resource management while also possessing strong teamwork-oriented leadership, communication, supervision and problem-solving abilities to guide their team of employees and drive operational efficiency.
Responsibilities:
* Advanced planning, delegation, coordination and oversight of daily plant manufacturing operations.
* Clearly communicate and actively listen to team members.
* Inspire and motivate team members to achieve their goals by fostering a positive and productive work environment while creating an enduring culture of team success.
* Effectively manage resources, including labour, materials, and equipment, to optimize current and future production needs.
* Utilize experience and historical data to identify opportunities for success, predictable issues, and make informed decisions.
* Collaborate as a member of the management team to achieve all the business goals.
* Follow corporate guidelines to administer the performance reviews and compensation program.
* Participate in weekly production schedule meetings, monthly safety committee meetings and quarterly ISO Quality System Management Meetings.
* Recruit, hire and support training for most qualified candidates.
* Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
* Chemistry, Chemicals based Degree
* Management experience within the manufacturing industry.
* Proven leadership and development of manufacturing operations.
* Excellent communication skills; written and verbal.
* Teamwork oriented.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Applications
Required Skills
* Ability to develop and implement the best long-term decisions.
* Able to adjust to changing circumstances and new challenges.
* Build strong relationships with team members, colleagues and suppliers.
* Prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.
* Attention to and detail oriented.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Understands how to optimize production schedules to meet schedule expectations while minimizing costs and lead times without sacrificing quality