Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:

Factory managers plan, direct and coordinate the operations of an organization. The general factory manager is responsible for ensuring and improving the performance, productivity, efficiency and profitability of departmental and organizational operations through the provision of effective methods and strategies.

EDUCATION / RREQUIREMENTS:

• Strong management and leadership skills
• 5 years’ experience in industrial or production management
• Proven experience in a managerial or supervisory role within a factory
• Experience in production and inventory management as well as quality control.
• Technically minded
• The ability to multitask
• Outstanding time management skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication skills

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervising independent production departments and department managers.
• Managing project and order deadlines.
• Developing production efficiencies both within and between departments.
• Developing and implementing quality systems and controls. QMS systems (I.E. ISO9001), EMS and OHSAS.
• Developing and implementing production and order tracking systems.
• Research and development of new production techniques and systems – ability to cost and present and if necessary, implement independently.
• Manage existing plant facilities and equipment, replacing or adjusting plant facilities and equipment when necessary.
• Maintain industrial relations and HR relations with all levels of operations within the production unit. Create and maintain standard operating procedures for any factory process as necessary.
• Be knowledgeable on health & safety regulation and enforce compliance to prevent accidents and injuries.