We are looking for a Production Manager for our global business partner operating in the food industry.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all production operations to ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable manufacturing of products while meeting business objectives.
Lead frontline managers and employees to deliver business results in a safe and productive environment.
Drive a strong safety culture by ensuring full compliance with health, safety, environmental, and food safety standards, while promoting proactive risk management and safe behaviors.
Deliver production plans by achieving targets for output, service level, productivity, OEE, and factory reliability through effective execution and daily performance management.
Ensure consistent product quality by maintaining compliance with quality standards, GMP, HACCP, and regulatory requirements, while driving root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Optimize manufacturing costs through effective management of labor, waste, utilities, and production resources while improving operational efficiency.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Planning, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, Procurement, and R&D to ensure smooth execution of production plans and successful implementation of new projects.
Ensure equipment availability and operational readiness by working closely with Maintenance to maximize asset reliability and minimize downtime.
Lead production readiness for new product introductions, process changes, capacity expansions, and operational transformation projects.
Manage production budgets, workforce planning, and resource allocation to achieve financial and operational targets.
Analyze customer complaints, review related processes, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
Provide training and guidance to employees to ensure effective and efficient utilization of factory resources.
Ensure that all production activities are performed in compliance with procedures, work instructions, and established standards.
Develop the competencies and motivation levels of production employees under his/her responsibility.
Ensure that production operations within the assigned area are conducted in accordance with required Occupational Health & Safety and quality standards.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
Minimum 8–10 years of experience in manufacturing environments, including at least 3 years in a managerial or leadership role.
Strong planning and organizational skills.
Knowledge of HACCP, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 22000 management systems.
Good knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
Strong knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety requirements and practices.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Effective leadership and people management skills.
