Plans, administers and reviews the manufacturing activities of an organisation to optimise resource use, minimise costs and maintain quality standards.
Tasks Include:
plans production policy in consultation with other managers
plans details of production activity in terms of output quality and quantity, cost, time available, and labour requirements
prepares work programs to achieve planned production and directs production control activities
controls use of production plant facilities through planning of maintenance, designation of operating hours and supply of parts and tools
coordinates and directs quality control procedures, and the implementation of safety requirements, and ensures statutory requirements are met
directs research into new and improved production methods and products
controls the preparation of production records and reports
gives advice and information on production to other managers and clients
recommends and implements initiatives such as new techniques and products, purchases of new machinery and changes in staff levels
controls, directs and monitors production staff, organises staff selection, training, development and utilisation