Production Manager

Position Summary: Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Production Manager oversees manufacturing processes for construction materials. They ensure timely and high-quality production, managing a team of machine operators and implementing efficiency and cost reduction initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare daily Production Control Reports.
• Plan production schedules based on Purchase Orders.
• Schedule staff to maximize productivity.
• Establish checks for Finished Goods.
• Assess resource requirements and verify raw material consumption.
• Prepare monthly overtime reports.
• Monitor and report damaged production.
• Ensure proper functioning of manufacturing equipment.
• Maintain machinery and schedule repairs.
• Organize routine equipment maintenance.
• Collaborate with Sales to finalize order quantities.
• Liaise with Sales, Warehouse, CAD Technician, and Inventory.
• Ensure accurate delivery per customer orders.
• Manage a safe production area, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Report accidents or unusual occurrences to the General Manager.
• Review equipment productivity and supervise team attendance.
• Maintain quality standards in finished goods.
• Motivate and train production teams.
• Communicate with management on production issues.
• Set productivity goals and develop workflow procedures.
• Assist in recruitment and onboarding.
• Monitor raw materials and conduct cross-training for succession planning.

Requirements:

• Post Graduate Degree in Engineering Management.
• Undergraduate degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience, with 5 years in senior management.
• Proficiency in production calculations and estimation.

Competencies:

• Excellent mechanical and mathematical skills.
• Strong management and financial acumen.
• Strategic decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage time and subordinates strategically.

Work Conditions:

• Long hours, humid conditions, and noise in the production area.
• Requires excellent organizational and stress management skills.
• Mental demands from multitasking and tight deadlines.