Overall Purpose:
The job holder will manage the factory's day-to-day operations. This includes overseeing production, ensuring quality standards, managing staff, and optimising processes to achieve production targets. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing management and a proven track record of improving operational efficiency.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Oversee all factory operations, including production, Material control, maintenance, quality control, and logistics.
- Develop and implement strategies to optimize production efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
- Manage the factory budget, controlling costs and optimizing resource allocation.
- Prepare and present regular reports on production performance, quality, and other key metrics.
- Coordinate with other departments, including procurement, sales, and engineering, to ensure smooth operations and timely delivery of products.
- Lead, train, and motivate factory staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies, promoting a safe working environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3- 5 years of experience in manufacturing management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Ability to analyze data and make data-driven decisions.
- Solid experience in making production plans, Material requirements, planning, and inventory control is an added advantage.
- Excellent verbal, and written communication, Negotiation and coordination skills are required.
- Have knowledge of related systems such as SAP, PP etc
- Must be well versed and have knowledge of Microsoft Excel(Viso Icon Management, statistical analysis function, trade-off function, pivot table )
- Must be familiar with the material properties of Hardware, Home appliances, and vacuum flasks products procurement channels and distribution
- Must have a good understanding of the process flow of hardware products, electrical products and vacuum flask injection moulding products.
- Proficient in production planning, material control, inventory management, purchasing strategy and process quality control
- Male candidates are highly encouraged to apply.