job details
as a production manager, you'll oversee the production process, coordinating all production activities and operations. you'll need to:
o plan and draw up a production schedule
o decide on and order the resources that are required and ensure stock levels remain adequate
o select equipment and take responsibility for its maintenance
o set the quality standards
o ensure that the production will be cost effective by estimating costs and negotiating and agreeing budgets with both clients and managers
o monitor the production processes and adjust schedules as needed
o monitor productivity rates and product standards and implement quality control programmers
o organize the repair of any damaged equipment
o liaise with different departments, teams and companies, . suppliers, managers, clients
o ensure that health and safety guidelines are followed at all times
o ensure customer orders are completed on time and to budget and that quality standards and targets are met
o work with managers to implement the company's policies and goals
o collate and analyses data, putting together production reports for both factory managers and customers
o supervise and motivate a team of workers
o review worker performance and identify training needs.