Factory Production Manager

About the position

Production & Operations

• Plan, organize, and control daily production activities to meet output, quality, and delivery targets
• Ensure optimal utilization of labor, materials, and equipment
• Drive continuous improvement in productivity, efficiency, and waste reduction
• Monitor production KPIs and implement corrective actions

Food Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Maintain high standards of hygiene, sanitation, and product integrity
• Lead food safety audits and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Ensure traceability, recall readiness, and documentation control

People Management

• Lead, motivate, and develop production supervisors, team leaders, and operators
• Manage staffing levels, shift structures, and training needs
• Foster a strong culture of safety, accountability, and performance
• Manage performance, discipline, and succession planning

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Promote a zero-accident culture through risk assessment and safe work practices
• Ensure safe operation of machinery and handling of materials

Maintenance & Engineering Coordination

• Coordinate with maintenance teams to ensure equipment reliability and uptime
• Support preventive maintenance and breakdown response
• Contribute to capital investment and process improvement initiatives

Cost Control & Reporting

• Control production costs, labor efficiency, and material usage
• Monitor waste, yield, and operational variances
• Prepare and present production performance reports

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Production output vs plan
• Product quality performance and complaints
• Food safety and audit compliance
• Waste, yield, and rework levels
• Labor productivity and efficiency
• Health and safety performance
• Equipment downtime / OEE

Working Conditions

• Factory and production floor environment
• Shift-based or extended working hours as required
• High accountability for food safety, quality, and operational results

Desired Skills:

• Leadership/Management Skills
• Product Management
• Quality Management
• Safety Management