The role of the Factory Operation Manager includes managing the following departments, productions, maintenance, quality, 

logistics, fleet, and facility, overseeing production planning and scheduling, managing production staff, ensuring adherence to safety and quality protocols, and ensuring customer orders are met with quality products that are delivered on time and within budget.

Responsibilities:

•   Production Management: Overseeing the production process to ensure products are manufactured according to quality standards, specifications, and production schedules. This includes managing production lines, workflow, and resource allocation.

•   Staff Supervision: Managing and leading factory staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluation. Ensuring the team is motivated and working efficiently.

•   Quality Control: Implementing and maintaining quality control processes to ensure products meet required standards. This includes addressing any quality issues and implementing corrective actions.

•   Safety and Compliance: Ensuring the factory adheres to health and safety regulations, as well as environmental and legal requirements. Implementing safety protocols and conducting regular safety training for employees.

•   Maintenance Management: Overseeing the maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance. Coordinating with maintenance teams or contractors as needed.

•   Inventory Management: Managing raw materials, components, and finished goods inventory. Ensuring materials are available as needed and minimizing excess inventory and waste.

•   Cost Control: Monitoring and controlling production costs, including labor, materials, and overhead. Identifying opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.

•   Process Improvement: Continuously assessing and improving production processes to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and increase productivity. Implementing best practices and new technologies as appropriate.

•   Production Planning: Developing and managing production schedules to meet demand forecasts and deadlines. Coordinating with supply chain and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and products.

•   Reporting and Analysis: Tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) and production metrics. Providing regular reports to senior management on production performance, issues, and improvement plans.

•   Problem Solving: Addressing any operational issues or bottlenecks that arise during production. Implementing solutions to resolve problems quickly and effectively

Skills

•   5+ years of experience in Husky and Injection Mold Machines

•   Experience in the Plastics Industry such as Thermoforming

•   Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering or relevant Engineering field

•   Strong MS Office

•   Project Management

•   Problem Solving

•   ERP Experience

•   Presentation skills

•   Management and leadership skills