Production Manager
About this position
The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing production operations at the Saraburi Plant, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while fostering a positive work environment and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
• Collaborate with the employer to promote and maintain occupational safety, health, and environmental standards based on work conditions and responsibilities.
• Report any issues related to work conditions, building defects, or malfunctioning tools, machines, or equipment to safety officers, supervisors, or management.
• Wear the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by the employer and ensure it is maintained in good condition throughout the work period.
• Comply with occupational safety, health, and environmental criteria set by the employer and other relevant entities.
• Ensure protection from termination or transfer due to involvement in safety-related matters, such as reporting safety concerns, providing evidence, or acting as a witness to safety inspectors, committees, or courts.
• Monitor and analyze daily production data (including volumes, downtimes, waste, and production rates) to track performance and prevent reporting errors.
• Develop and implement action plans to enhance and sustain plant performance.
• Coordinate with the plant logistics team to ensure production schedules meet customer demands while optimizing productivity, product quality, and production costs.
• Collaborate with the maintenance department to address machine and equipment issues, preventing equipment failures.
• Assess potential risks within the production system and take necessary preventive actions.
• Foster effective communication and a positive work environment within the production team.
• Ensure that all final products sent to the warehouse meet specified quality standards and customer requirements.
• Analyze customer complaints and claims, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Develop and execute action plans to enhance customer satisfaction with product quality.
• Analyze production variable costs monthly to identify and prevent overuse of raw materials.
• Propose and implement cost-reduction strategies for raw materials and production processes, ensuring adherence to customer quality requirements while reducing production costs.
• Participate in the preparation of the business operation plan in alignment with the Continuous Improvement (CI) Framework.
• Lead the team in achieving goals within the CI Framework, utilizing T1, T2, and T3 methodologies and KI values as the foundation for collaboration and problem-solving.
• Assess the competencies required for job positions, conduct Competency Assessments and Gap Analysis, and develop Individual Development Plans (IDPs) for employees.
• Train, coach, and mentor shift leaders to enhance their leadership skills and troubleshooting abilities within their teams.
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Requirements
• Relevant degree or equivalent experience in production management or related field.
• Strong understanding of production processes and quality control.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement methodologies and frameworks.