Opportunity within an innovative and progressive manufacturer.

Manage the overall production operations of the company.

A role that will accelerate your career.

Our client is developing IoT applications specifically for the Transport sector. Through innovation and cutting-edge technology, their products are designed to improve sustainability and accommodate rapid urbanisation. They have seen continuous growth in the last few years and are working towards being a global leader in this domain.

The Job :

As a Production Manager, you will be managing the facility with a strong sense of ownership, supervising the work of all staff and creating a culture based on Lean Operating Principles.

You will be responsible for :

- Recommending and implementing (post-management approval) plant and machinery for the new plants for SMT lines under planning and in the future.

- Recruiting, training, and managing the production team and its supervisors.

- Monitoring and reviewing the performance of staff and organising the necessary interventions for improvement.

- Overseeing the Quality processes, including implementation and compliance of quality certifications like ISO9001, ISO14001, and IRIS processes.

- Managing the IT systems (ERP) pertaining to production flow in the organization.

- Assessing and organising human and material resources for a project.

- Organising the repair and routine maintenance of production equipment.

- Estimating, negotiating, and agreeing on budgets and timescales with clients and managers.

- Planning and organizing production schedules to meet targets as well as re-negotiating timescales or schedules as necessary.

- Ensuring implementation and adherence to health & safety procedures in the plant.

- Determining applicable quality control standards and interacting with R&D for the creation of Quality System Manuals, Jigs, and processes for inspections.

- Supervising 3rd party product and plant inspections.

- Managing overall material flow in the organization, procurement planning, procurement, production planning, and production budget & processes.

- Liaising with buyers, marketing and sales staff for production to meet delivery targets.

- Implementing Cost Control Programs and overseeing Vendor Development, Vendor negotiations, and Logistics.

- Organising relevant training sessions.

- Ensuring efficient collaboration and coordination between relevant departments including procurement, distribution, and management.

- Implementing and maintaining good ESD-safe production techniques.

- Managing a team of 11-50 people.

The Profile :

- You have at least a Bachelor's Degree in Electronic Engineering. Having a Master's will be advantageous.

- You have at least 8 years of relevant experience and are a Certified Quality Professional.

- Hands-on experience in production and Vendor Management is mandatory

- You have strong knowledge of Kaizen, Production & Operation Management, SMT Line, Process Management, 5S, Closure on Processes & Operations.

- You have a good understanding of ESD compliance and are able to coordinate with government departments.

- You ideally have SMT line management Experience.

- You have strong people management skills with the ability to exercise interdepartmental coordination

- You possess excellent communication and influencing skills, are organized, and able to multi-task effectively.

- You pay strong attention to detail and deliver work that is of a high standard

- You are a strong mentor and coach who builds high performing teams

- You are highly goal-driven and work well in fast-paced environments