Factory Manager
- Location: South West
- Job Type: Full-time
- Salary: Negotiable dependent upon experience + benefits package
We are seeking an experienced Production Manager with a background in facade, curtain walling, windows, and doors manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have a strong command of software systems such as LogiKal and familiarity with system houses, with SMARTs knowledge being an advantage. This role requires a motivated leader with excellent people management skills, adept at implementing procedures and systems to enhance manufacturing processes.
Day to Day of the role:
- Uphold company policies, procedures, and standards, ensuring a safe working environment.
- Develop and improve systems, processes, and equipment to maintain quality production.
- Motivate and direct production teams to meet customer deadlines and maintain quality.
- Manage workflow, product specifications, drawings, and oversee employee work for productivity.
- Organize training for factory personnel and maintain records and documentation.
- Manage factory employees, working hours, and overtime to meet project programs.
- Encourage employee skill and ability development.
- Address inconsistencies and challenges to drive improvement.
- Assure quality to system parameters/requirements.
- Undertake operational duties as required, including covering staff absences and resource gaps.
- Coordinate the servicing and inspections of all factory equipment.
- Ensure material and consumable stocks are available for production.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Knowledge of the Health & Safety at Work Act.
- Experience with LogiKal and V6 Software Systems.
- Proficiency in computer systems/software and standard office applications.
- Previous experience in a Production/Manufacturing Manager or Supervisor role.
- Experience with aluminium CW, windows, and door products (SMARTS or equivalent).
- High-level personnel management skills.
- Competence in digital data recording and project reporting on KPIs.
- Strong communication, organization, and team motivation and support skills.