Production Manager

Production ManagerThe Production Manager will be directly responsible for production floor operations, products, equipment and personnel. The production managerial role is a "hands on" position.Oversee daily production operations; support to Plant Manager in all aspects of manufacturing process, including improvements to processEnforce quality control and set quality standardsDetect and resolve faults/breakdowns, including planning and implementing corrective measuresEnsure on time production and deliveryWorking with senior management to implement company policy and goalsParticipate in trials of new material, endorsement of molds and new equipment in accordance with the standard requirementsEnsure that training programs for production staff are planned and deliveredEnsuring health and safety guidelines are followedSupervising a team of multi skilled personnelIdentify and address training needs and refresher trainingProviding on call technical support for process and basic mechanical issues if requiredWork closely with operations, purchasing, engineering, and quality to achieve manufacturing resultsOversee planned maintenance operationsManage human and material resources to achieve resultsMake decisions about equipment use, maintenance, modification and procurementWorkout and implement standard operating procedures for operations and ensure that they are adhered toManage production costsDetermine and implement improvements to the production processAnalyse production and quality to detect and correct problemsReview employee performanceManage labor hours for production employeesMake decisions for temp laborComply with all company safety policies and procedures as well as maintain good housekeeping, GMP practices and Global Food Safety practices.Other duties as assigned by managerFive years related management experience in manufacturing environment; partnered with strong leadership skillsDemonstrated understanding of manufacturing operations and maintenance engineeringIndustry experience preferredSAP experienceLogistics background preferredAble to work flexible and/or extended hours and weekends based on business demandKnowledge of lean manufacturing techniques, quality systems and standardsHighly motivated, results orientedGood working knowledge of relevant legislation, including health and safetyAbility to make decisionsProficient with MS Word, Excel