We are seeking an energetic, proactive assistant production manager to streamline production under the supervision of our production manager.
As an assistant production manager, your duties will include assigning materials, equipment, and human resources to the production department, and overseeing quality control and costs. You may be requested to prepare production schedules.
To be successful in this role, you should demonstrate exceptional planning abilities, which would ultimately translate to high production rates.
Outstanding assistant production managers are excellent negotiators who act decisively when solving production issues.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Production Manager.
Assisting the Production Manager with administrative tasks like production schedules and timesheets.
Appointing labor and purchasing stock toward the smooth running of the production process.
Preparing cost estimates for materials, equipment, and hiring laborers.
Overseeing quality control throughout the production process.
Ensuring that production is completed before deadlines.
Procuring and monitoring the efficiency of production equipment.
Updating the Production Manager on the status of projects.
Liaising and coordinating production with other departments.
Resolving labor disputes, where requested.
Requirements
Bachelor's or Associate's Degree, with course work in Production Management, Operations Management, or similar.
A minimum of 3 years previous experience working in a related industry preferred.
Ability to confidently and proactively supervise production teams.