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.

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.

• 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.