Production Manager

Description

Duties Of The Position Include

• Managing the production department and schedule. Entering work orders and changes release / due dates to align with any changes to the shipping schedule.
• Overseeing the production process, reducing costs wherever possible.
• Making sure products are produced on time and meet quality standards set by the VP of Operations.
• Working with the VP of Operations to analyze the plant’s personnel and capital resources to select the best way of meeting the production goals.
• Determining if production equipment requires maintenance and assigns the task to the appropriate personnel.
• Advising engineering and quality if there are any production issues.
• Monitoring the production run to make sure that it stays on schedule and correct any problems that may arise.
• Monitoring product standards and implements quality control programs.
• Troubleshooting production and quality problems with the engineering department and VP of Operations.
• Working with other managers of the organization to implement the company’s policies and goals.
• Working with sales and procurement to insure production runs smoothly.
• Making sure that the inventories of supplies are maintained at their optimal levels.
• Keeping abreast of new technology that can be used in the production process.
• Monitoring the production staff and notifies Human Resources of any problems.
• Keeping the production area neat, organized and orderly.
• Other duties related to managing and maintaining the production department, as assigned.
  

Requirements

• Working knowledge of electronic assembly
• Previous experience in management/overseeing an assembly team
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft products