Job Summary
The Factory Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing daily factory operations to ensure efficient production, high product quality, workplace safety, and optimal utilization of resources. The role involves planning and supervising production activities, managing factory personnel, monitoring operational performance, controlling production costs, and ensuring compliance with established procedures and safety standards. The successful candidate will drive continuous improvement, minimize production waste, optimize equipment utilization, and support the achievement of the company's manufacturing objectives. Experience in the plastic recycling industry is highly preferable.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Oversee daily factory operations and ensure production targets are achieved according to established schedules and quality standards.
Develop and implement production plans to optimize the use of labor, equipment, raw materials, and other resources.
Supervise production supervisors and factory employees, ensuring clear responsibilities and effective teamwork.
Monitor production processes, identify operational challenges, and implement corrective actions to improve efficiency.
Ensure products meet established quality requirements and implement measures to reduce defects and production waste.
Oversee equipment utilization, preventive maintenance, and coordination of repairs to minimize production downtime.
Monitor production costs, material consumption, and operational expenses to improve cost efficiency.
Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety requirements, environmental standards, and factory operating procedures.
Manage inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished products in coordination with relevant departments.
Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, productivity, and resource utilization.
Prepare production and operational performance reports for management.
Support employee training, performance evaluation, and workforce development initiatives.
Promote waste reduction, recycling efficiency, and responsible material handling practices.
Perform other related duties assigned by management.
Qualification
BSc Degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Experience
Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in Production Supervision, out of which minimum 4 years in Factory Manager position.
Experience in the plastic recycling industry is highly preferable.
Required Skills and Competencies
Strong knowledge of factory operations, production planning, and manufacturing processes.
Good understanding of equipment maintenance, production quality control, and operational efficiency.
Knowledge of plastic recycling processes, material recovery, and waste management practices is an advantage.
Strong leadership, team management, and decision-making skills.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational abilities.
Ability to monitor production performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
Good understanding of workplace safety, environmental compliance, and quality management principles.
Proficiency in production reporting tools and Microsoft Office applications.
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