How to become a Production Manager - Manufacturing
Manufacturing production managers plan, administer and review the manufacturing activities of an organisation to optimise resource use, minimise costs and maintain quality standards.
Personal requirements for a Production Manager - Manufacturing
- Interested in technical and engineering activities
- Willing to adhere to safety requirements
- Able to identify, analyse and solve problems
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Able to work independently or as part of a team
- Able to accept responsibility
- Willing to contribute and adhere to safety requirements.
Duties & Tasks of a Production Manager - Manufacturing
Manufacturing production managers may perform the following tasks:
- Plan production policy in consultation with other managers
- Plan details of production activity in terms of output quality and quantity, cost, time available, and labour requirements
- Prepare work programs to achieve planned production and direct production control activities
- Control use of production plant facilities through planning of maintenance, the setting of operating hours and supply of parts and tools
- Coordinate and direct quality control procedures and the implementation of safety requirements, ensuring statutory requirements are met
- Direct research into new and improved production methods and products
- Monitor the preparation of production records and reports
- Provide advice and information about production to other managers and clients
- Recommend and implement initiatives such as new production techniques, products, purchase of new machinery and changes in staff levels
- Supervise production staff and organise staff selection, training, development and utilisation.
Working conditions for a Production Manager - Manufacturing
They usually work indoors in factories and offices, often working closely with other professionals to design and plan the manufacture of new products.
Specializations
Production Manager - Manufacturing
Manufacturing production managers plan, administer and review the manufacturing activities of an organisation to optimise resource use, minimise costs and maintain quality standards.
