Production Manager - Afternoon Shift

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be accountable for the team's ability to meet production quality and delivery goals by placing high standards on effective teamwork, clear communication, initiative, intelligent judgment, achieving and maintaining production efficiency and, most importantly, dedication to the quality of the product produced, while ensuring the department is working in a safe and cost-effective manner. This position works Afternoon Shift: 3:00PM-11:30PM.

Position Responsibilities:

• Support production schedules to meet customer demands and deadlines

• Oversee daily production operations and resolve any issues as they may occur.

• Motivate, inspire, and supervise production staff to achieve set goals.

• Monitor production processes and adjust workflows for maximum efficiency.

• Ensure conformance to quality standards.

• Analyze production data and report to the upper management as applicable.

• Ensure safety protocols are implemented and maintained in the production area.

• Coordinate equipment repairs, upgrades, and maintenance as required.

• Collaborate with the production control department to adjust production levels regarding changing demand.

• Identify and implement process and cost improvement ideas.

• Manage inventory levels and optimize storage practices.

• Train new employees and conduct follow-up training of existing personnel

• Regularly review performance and make appraisal of comments for employees in one's team.

• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations as well as sustainability programs.

• Participate in production process feasibility studies and in new product development.

• Lead in the implementation of innovative technologies/production methods.

• Collaborate on staffing needs and workforce planning with human resources.

• Ensure adequate documentation and record-keeping of production activities.

• Participate in strategic planning sessions with top management staff.

• Manage Production-relevant KPIs and implement correct actions if necessary.

Qualifications:

• Education: A relevant bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, is required.

Experience:

• 5-10 years in similar position. Experience in a manufacturing or production environment, with a proven track 

• record in management role.

• Leadership Skills: Strong leadership and team management abilities to motivate and guide production staff effectively.

• Problem-Solving Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to address production challenges and implement effective solutions.

• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with various stakeholders and report to upper management.

The following are critical skills, knowledge, and abilities that a production manager is supposed to possess to meet the requirements of the position and to achieve success on the job:

• Strong leadership and team management skills

• Sound understanding of production processes and manufacturing techniques.

• Sufficient experience in production planning

• Problem-solving and decision-making skills

• Good analytical skills with data interpretation capabilities

• Knowledge of quality management system and continuous improvement methodologies including Lean principles.

• Industry-specific regulations and safety standards

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as analytical and critical thinking skills.

• Pressure-handling and multiple-priority managing capabilities.

• Ability to work effectively with MS Office suite and ERP systems.

• Ability to read, comprehend, and apply technical drawings and specifications.

• Proven leadership and people skills

• Time management, scheduling, and prioritization skills

• Ability to make effective decisions in an expedient manner while maintaining extremely high-quality standards.