Key Responsibilities
Production Leadership
* Lead the planning and execution of daily production activities to meet throughput goals.
* Ensure seamless coordination with the Logistics department regarding deliveries, collections, and vehicle use.
* Maintain a real-time overview of all production aspects to identify and address issues before they escalate.
* Oversee and develop effective AM/PM huddles for daily planning, performance review, issue management, and team coordination.
* Host a daily update meeting with the COO to provide a clear overview of production operations and performance.
Team Development & Management
* Manage and support the production team, understanding their strengths, weaknesses, and training needs.
* Deliver follow-up training and guidance on processes, machinery use, and production techniques.
* Continuously mentor and inspire your team, dealing swiftly with issues that could affect morale or company culture.
* Grow your team in alignment with the company vision, both in skillset and mindset.
Project Ownership
* Take ownership of production-related projects, ensuring tasks are followed through from planning to execution.
* Prioritise tasks that benefit the team most, and maintain a clear record of progress using tools like Trello.
* Carry out project research independently: contact suppliers/customers, request quotes, interpret needs, and present 3 clear options/solutions to management.
* When approved, implement projects and train others on what was done and learned.
Continuous Improvement
* Keep developing your own skills, knowledge, and management techniques.
* Become an expert on all factory processes, enabling you to give sound, experience-based advice.
* Strive to improve everything and everyone with every interaction.
* Bring solutions, not problems, to management - ask the right questions and be ready with proposed actions.
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