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Production Manager job title

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  • Production Manager
  • Senior Production Manager
  • Manufacturing Production Manager
  • Production Supervisor
  • Production Control Manager
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Production Manager Job Description Examples:

Example 1

Key Responsibilities:

  • Production Management:Manage all aspects of paint production, including work-related activities and planning.

  • Production Planning:Develop and execute production plans on a daily, monthly, and proposed date basis to meet demand and goals.

  • Production Monitoring:Monitor production to ensure alignment with planning schedules, casting parameters, and productivity targets.

  • Safety and Environmental Compliance:Prioritize safety and environmental considerations in all production activities.
    Maintain discipline in the plant to ensure a safe and compliant work environment.

  • Team Leadership and Development:Lead and develop production teams, including workers and contractors.
    Foster skills development among team members.

  • Shade Development and Standardization:Oversee shade development, shade matching, and standardization processes.

  • Quality Audits:Take responsibility for internal and external audits related to production processes and quality standards.

  • Resource Utilization:Effectively manage material, equipment, and human resources to optimize production efficiency.

  • Lab Instrumentation:Have knowledge of lab instruments used in paint production and testing.

  • Specialization:Specialize in processes such as grinding, thinning, premixing, adjustment, and shade matching.

  • Quality Control:Oversee finish product testing and documentation (batch cards).
    Participate in party sample evaluation to ensure quality standards are met.

  • Productivity Improvement:Collaborate in development initiatives and implement productivity improvement measures.

  • Material Testing:Conduct testing of raw materials used in paint production.

  • Traceability:Establish and maintain traceability for materials, intermediates, and batch cycle times.

  • SOP and Data Analysis:Develop and adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
    Analyze production data, flow rates, and process performance.


    Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, etc.).
  • 3-4 years of hands-on experience in paint production management.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • In-depth knowledge of paint manufacturing processes and quality control.
  • Familiarity with environmental and safety regulations.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Salary: ₹25,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month



    Experience:
  • total work: 3 years (Preferred)
  • Production: 3 years (Preferred)
  • Paint Industry: 3 years (Preferred)


    Work Location: In person

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    • Example 2

    Key Responsibilities

    Adherence to Standard Operating Procedures, product specifications.

    Calibration of pH, conductivity and weighing instruments in production.

    Monitoring and control of specific production operations, Product handling, packaging,

    despatch and product identification.

    Monitoring and maintenance of raw material / Product inventory in co-ordination with

    seniors.

    Responsible for dispensing of Raw Material storage/ in process

    activities/inspection/packing and storage of Finished product.

    To monitor housekeeping.

    To perform equipment cleaning.

    In-process product sampling, inspection and storage.

    Data entry in Quality records.

    Adherence to Good manufacturing practices.

    Reporting of non-conformities and adherence to the corrective / preventive actions in

    specific areas of operation.

    Authorized to raise Deviation Reports and Change Controls.

    Co-ordination with QA for line clearance during product change over.

    Authorized to prepare, issue and review quality documents (authorized person from next

    senior level).

    Maintenance of production related documents and quality records.

    Adherence to safety, Health and Environment norms and pollution control.

    To follow the established procedures and policies of the company pertaining to EHS

    management system.

    To understand the implications of not following the defined procedures with respect to

    EHS.

    To attend the Safety Committee meetings.

    To effectively participate in the preparation of AIM and HIRA register.

    Handling of e-BMR and Inventory Management System (SAP) activities.

    Initiation of corrective and preventive actions against non-conformance.

    Job Type: Contractual / Temporary
    Contract length: 11 months

    Salary: ₹15,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

    Benefits:
  • Cell phone reimbursement
    Schedule:
  • Day shift



    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Surat, Gujarat: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Experience:
  • total work: 1 year (Preferred)


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    +91 Deadline: 30/04/2023

    • Example 3

    Job Responsibility
  • Creation SOP & control plan for production activity
  • Develop the Certified solution &Circuit tracing analysis to create projects
  • Project related Application design note testing and confirmation
  • PCB design for complete solution projects
  • Stencil preparation for SMT assembly
  • Through hole & SMD components procurement from suppliers as cost effective
  • Process creation for THT-Dip soldering technique
  • knowledge on SMT- assembly-JUKI JX300,Reflow ovan
  • Special strategies-design THT& SMT assembly
  • Certified Testing techniques to improve the quality and reliability
  • Development Data collection and design for new projects.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: ₹30,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

    Benefits:
  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Commuter assistance
  • Food provided
    Schedule:
  • Day shift
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Performance bonus
  • Yearly bonus

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    • Example 4

    1. Experience 10.-13 yrs in Sheet metal press parts only

    2. Automotive and home appliance component related preferred.

    3. Productivity increase by reducing cycle time, tact time.

    4. Production department handling independently.

    5. knowledge of basic manufacturing process flow.

    6. Can make production plan as per customer requirement..

    7. Aware & control on shop floor activities.

    8. Aware about press machinery and press tool.

    9. Monthly MIS report making & representing to management.

    Job Types: Full-time, Regular / Permanent

    Salary: ₹45,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

    Benefits:
  • Food allowance
  • Provident Fund
    Schedule:
  • Day shift
    Supplemental Pay:
  • Performance bonus
  • Yearly bonus

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Shirur, Shirur - 412220, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Experience:
  • total work: 10 years (Preferred)

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    • Production Manager job summary

    A good job description starts with an attention-grabbing summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is suitable for them.

    Example of a Production Manager job summary

    Our glassware company needs a motivated, highly organized Production Manager to join our team. Do you love to make lists and organize your office? Are you passionate about systems, symmetry and productivity? If so, we want to talk to you. Our company needs someone to create effective policies and procedures to ensure our manufacturing department operates at peak efficiency. We’re looking for an experienced Production Manager who doesn’t mind putting in long hours and working with employees to constantly improve our output. We’ll offer excellent benefits and a competitive salary to the right candidate.

    Production Manager responsibilities and duties

    The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.

    • Manage and evaluate machine resources to ensure productivity and minimal downtime
    • Oversee a workforce of 1,000+ employees in the manufacturing department
    • Strive to reduce expenses and increase productivity across all product lines
    • Ensure all employees follow industry standard health and safety guidelines
    • Set ambitious production goals and communicate them to key personnel
    • Provide motivation, support and guidance to all employees
    • Communicate any problems or obstacles to senior management
    • Establish workflow policies that enhance speed and efficiency without compromising product safety or integrity
    • Create schedules for employees to ensure optimum staffing levels

    Production Manager qualifications and skills

    Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.

    • 5+ years’ experience in manufacturing operations
    • 2+ years’ experience in a supervisory capacity
    • Bachelor’s degree required
    • Excellent project management skills
    • Proven track record of successfully training employees in productivity and safety
    • Working knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations
    • Ability to coach and mentor employees on a one-on-one basis as well as as a group
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