Production Manager

Executive recruitment company Monroe Consulting Group’s Consumer Goods Division is recruiting on behalf of an established manufacturing leader within Consumer Goods (Food segment). Our esteemed client focuses on serving clients within Fast Moving Consumer Goods sector in providing the most comprehensive products.

Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Production Manager will work closely with management team and lead the production function.

Job responsibilities:
Oversee the production process, coordinating all production activities and operations. Plan and draw up a production schedule. Decide on and order the resources that are required and ensure stock levels remain adequate. Select equipment and take responsibility for its maintenance. Set the quality standards. Ensure that the production will be cost effective by estimating costs and negotiating and agreeing budgets. Monitor the production processes and adjust schedules as needed. Monitor productivity rates and product standards and implement quality control programmes. Organise the repair of any damaged equipment. Liaise with different departments, teams and companies, e.g. suppliers, managers, etc. Ensure that health and safety guidelines are always followed. Ensure orders are completed on time and to budget and that quality standards and targets are met. Work with managers to implement the company's policies and goals. Collate and analyse data, putting together production reports for both factory managers and customers. Supervise and motivate a team of workers. Review worker performance and identify training needs.
Job requirements:
Minimum 5 years of Production experience and People Management experience at a senior level in an operations environment involving manufacturing – Ideally within Food Manufacturing. A Degree in Engineering or related field is a minimum requirement. Dynamic, self-motivated, and able to work well in a team. Good communications skills and strong stakeholder management. Detailed-oriented and analytical. Must be fluent in English (Native or bilingual proficiency).