Manager - Production
Core
Managing production operations to support the design, build, and delivery of innovative products for market-leading brands.
Role type
Manager - Production
Builds
Innovative products for market-leading brands
Domain
Diversified manufacturing
Deliverable
production features
Required skills
operations management, budget forecasting, production scheduling, resource planning, strategic planning, personnel development, manufacturing feasibility analysis, cost control, stakeholder negotiation
Preferred skills
knowledge of multiple functional technologies, understanding of interdependencies across sites
Technologies
spreadsheet software, database software, word processing, presentation software
Responsibilities
Guide department activities to hold up design of new products and improve production techniques; Plan projects by exploring technology trends and market demand; Resolve manufacturing feasibility and cost effectiveness issues; Forecast operating costs and direct preparation of budget requests; Develop strategic plan and Annual Operating Plan (AOP); Review and establish material, equipment, and manpower resource requirements; Prioritize production schedules to meet customer requirements; Coordinate production activities with planning and distribution; Select and develop personnel; Control manufacturing operation to meet quality and cost targets; Regulate relations with executives and major customers; Resolve controversial situations and influence management levels.
Seniority
Manager, hands-on leadership
