Production Manager

Vacancy: Production Manager Location: Port Klang Job Type: Permanent 1. ROLE DESCRIPTION Responsible for the planning, organizing, leading and controlling of all activities within the production function. 2. SUMMARY OF CURRENT OBJECTIVES • To monitor production progress and raise productivity, to devise preventive measures to meet shipment schedules • Conduct continuous improvement and implement effective control mechanisms to maximize resource utilization & achieve high productivity and operation efficiency while maintaining product quality and competitive cost structure • To minimize manufacturing costs through optimization of capital, maintenance and manpower resources 3. JOB SPECIFICATION (KNOW-HOW) • To work closely with Operations Manager on setting production targets to meet customers’ quality requirements • To lead the production team in carrying out turnkey production according to a predefined plan, time schedule and budget • To ensure stringent quality control to the satisfaction of clients and project requirements are met while maintaining high productivity and cost control • Direct production, manage the facilities and supervise the manufacturing process to ensure products are manufactured in accordance with established standards. • Work closely with the Maintenance and QC divisions to resolve quality-related issues and focus on. • 5 working days. 4. Education/Qualifications • Possess at least 3-5 years of relevant experience as Production Manager in a manufacturing environment. • In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification 5. Training/Skills/Normal Experience • Excellent leadership qualities, management interpersonal skills and ability to manage production activities, including safety & quality • Good knowledge of production planning, quality control and machinery maintenance • Good analytical skills with the ability to implement continual improvements • Ability to work under pressure as well as work long and staggered hours. • Senior executives / engineers with more than 5 years of experience specializing in production operations are encouraged to apply.