Production Manager

Job description

You will own the execution of the production plan-scheduling work, allocating labor and machines, monitoring output and quality in real time, and resolving bottlenecks to keep the line running. You will lead supervisors and operators, drive productivity improvements, and ensure every shift meets its safety, quality, and volume targets. Key responsibilities: plan, schedule, and control daily production to meet output and on‑time delivery targets; allocate labor, machines, and materials across shifts to maximize utilization and throughput; monitor production KPIs (OEE, output, yield, scrap, downtime) and act quickly to close gaps; lead, supervise, and develop production supervisors and operators across all shifts; ensure products meet quality standards and specifications, working closely with the QA/QC team; drive continuous improvement on the shop floor through Lean, 5S, and Kaizen initiatives; enforce HSE standards and maintain a safe, clean, and disciplined production environment; coordinate with planning, maintenance, warehouse, and quality to keep production flowing; manage production consumables and control waste, rework, and overtime; maintain accurate production records and report performance to plant management

Requirements

• strong knowledge of production planning, scheduling, and shop‑floor management
• practical understanding of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools
• familiarity with quality standards (ISO 9001) and QA/QC processes
• experience with ERP/MES systems and KPI‑based performance management
• fluency in English (written and spoken)
• proven experience as a Production Manager, Shift Manager, or Production Supervisor on a manufacturing site
• track record of meeting output, quality, and efficiency targets
• experience leading and developing production teams
• strong leadership and team‑management abilities
• problem‑solving and decision‑making under production pressure
• effective communication and coordination across departments
• detail‑oriented with strong planning and organizational skills

Skills