Job Description
The Production Manager will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the activities of production personnel to achieve optimal production output, minimizing downtime, and driving continuous improvement while optimizing manufacturing processes for increased productivity. This individual will report directly to the Managing Director and ensure that production schedules are met on time. They will also guarantee adherence to operational, administrative, health & safety, and business controls.
Key Responsibilities
* To ensure the plant meets customer and product quality, service, and safety standards by effectively managing the manufacture of offsite structures.
* Implement and manage quality systems and standards on site.
* Maintain a safe working environment, ensuring all health & safety requirements and procedures are followed, including incident reporting and resolution, as well as proper use of specified PPE.
* Manage the recruitment, development, and training of production personnel, fostering a strong team approach to the manufacturing process.
* Establish and maintain effective relationships with all departments to ensure a cohesive delivery of budgeted metrics and other key performance indicators.
* Ensure that all manufacturing procedures are fully implemented and adhered to in line with customer and regulatory expectations.
* Recommend and implement improvements to standards and foster a culture of continuous improvement in production and safety.
Qualification:
The ideal candidate will possess experience in general construction and production management, along with good manufacturing practice and lean principles. They must have prior experience in either manufacturing or construction, with offsite construction being a distinct advantage.
* Strong ability to manage a team of people to achieve targets and deadlines.
* Ability to read and understand architectural/engineering drawings.
* Strong analytical/problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
* Dependable, flexible, and enthusiastic self-motivated individual who can motivate the team.
* Results-driven while participating in a team environment.
* Excellent communication skills (oral and written).
* Attention to detail is essential.