Assistant Manager - Production

Assistant Manager - Production

Responsibilities

• Production Planning & Execution:

  • Assist the Production Manager in developing and implementing daily, weekly, and monthly production plans to meet output targets.

  • Monitor production progress, identify potential bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions to ensure timely completion of orders.

  • Coordinate with planning, raw material, and dispatch departments to ensure smooth material flow and on-time delivery.

• Team Leadership & Management:

  • Supervise and guide a team of production supervisors and shop floor operators, fostering a productive and disciplined work environment.

  • Conduct regular team meetings to communicate targets, address concerns, and motivate staff.

  • Oversee workforce management, including shift assignments, attendance, and leave management.

  • Participate in the training and development of production personnel, enhancing their skills and efficiency.

• Quality Assurance & Control:

  • e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949, GMP

  • Implement and monitor quality control checks at various stages of production.

  • Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)

  • Promote a culture of quality awareness among the production team.

• Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement:

  • Lean Manufacturing principles

  • Kaizen, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement projects

  • Analyze production data and metrics to identify trends and areas needing attention.

• Safety & Compliance:

  • Ensure strict adherence to all company safety policies, procedures, and industrial regulations on the shop floor.

  • Conduct regular safety inspections and promote safe working practices to prevent accidents and injuries.

  • Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws and environmental regulations.

• Reporting & Documentation:

  • Prepare and maintain accurate production records, reports, and documentation (e.g., daily production reports, efficiency reports, downtime logs).

  • Present operational performance updates and challenges to the Production Manager.