Head Operations

Role & responsibilities

Oversees all aspects of daily manufacturing operations, including managing staff, ensuring production goals are met, controlling budgets, maintaining quality control, enforcing safety regulations, and coordinating with other departments

Preferred candidate profile

• Production Management:

  Develop and implement production schedules, monitor production flow, and ensure timely output of plastic products to meet customer demands.

• Quality Assurance:

  Oversee quality control processes, analyze quality issues, and ensure products meet set standards and specifications.

• Team Leadership:

  Hire, train, and supervise production staff, including equipment operators, and foster a safe and productive work environment.

• Equipment & Maintenance:

  Maintain and troubleshoot injection moulding machines and auxiliary equipment to minimize downtime and ensure uninterrupted production.

• Inventory & Resource Management:

  Manage raw material and finished goods inventory to ensure efficient resource utilization and control costs.

• Process Improvement:

  Identify opportunities for process optimization, implement improvements using methods like Kaizen or Six Sigma, and reduce waste and downtime.

• Safety & Compliance:

  Ensure compliance with all safety, health, and environmental regulations, and promote a strong safety culture on the shop floor.

• Budget & Cost Control:

  Monitor and manage production costs, implement cost-saving measures, and ensure financial targets are met.

• Collaboration:

  Work with other departments, such as quality control, maintenance, planning, and purchasing, to ensure smooth operation and coordination.

Required Skills & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of injection moulding machines, processes, and materials.
• Experience in supervisory or leadership roles.
• Expertise in quality control and assurance procedures.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.