Manages the day-to-day tactical production control planning, scheduling, flow of materials, and monitoring to achieve goals and objectives for delivery dates, output quality, volume, cost, and optimization.
Oversees scheduling and the development of methods to allocate and control resources and materials effectively. Establishes monitoring tools and processes to identify and plan for problems with waste, inefficiencies, and inventory in production operations. Recommends improvements to production technology and processes. Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to develop effective planning methodologies and best practices.
Job Title | Job Description | |
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1 | Production Staffing and Operations Manager | The Production Staffing and Operations Manager plans and establishes work schedules, staffing requirements, and production sequences to maximize productivity. Manages the operations of all production areas to ensure that volume, cost, and quality standards are achieved. Being a Production Staffing and Operations Manager is familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Provides production process analysis and makes recommendations on solutions to process improvements. In addition, Production Staffing and Operations Manager relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Required a certain degree of creativity and latitude. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a senior manager. The Production Staffing and Operations Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. Working as a Production Staffing and Operations Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. |
2 | Intermediate Machine Operator | The Intermediate Machine Operator uses computer-controlled equipment to select position and secure automatic or semi-automatic machines. Sets up and operates a production machine in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. Being an Intermediate Machine Operator requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Controls and adjusts machine settings to complete routine tasks according to specifications. In addition, Intermediate Machine Operator typically reports to a supervisor/manager. Being an Intermediate Machine Operator works under moderate supervision. Gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Working as an Intermediate Machine Operator typically requires 1-3 years of related experience, or may need 0 years of experience with additional specialized training and/or certification. |
3 | Loss Prevention Manager | The Loss Prevention Manager researches and reports on cost effective plans to minimize loss. Manages and develops loss control programs and administers risk management programs related to operating risk, insurance, and any class of financial risk. Being a Loss Prevention Manager ensures compliance with all regulations and keeps abreast of any changes to laws and regulations which pertain to loss control. Contributes to business plans and objectives. In addition, Loss Prevention Manager requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Loss Prevention Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Working as a Loss Prevention Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. |
4 | Entry Production Painter | The Entry Production Painter mixes paints and other solutions and monitors drying to ensure desired results. Operates a spray painter or other equipment to apply industrial paint finishes on metals or products. Being an Entry Production Painter follows all required safety procedures. Completes finishing with baking, polishing or other materials. In addition, Entry Production Painter may paint items by hand as needed. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to supervisor/manager. May require an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty. Being an Entry Production Painter possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. |
5 | Production Foreman II | The Production Foreman II coordinates work schedules, staffing requirements, and production sequences to maximize productivity. Supervises daily activities of production area to ensure that volume, cost, and quality standards are achieved. Being a Production Foreman II typically requires a bachelor's degree. Identifies problems related to production process and provides production reports to assist process improvement. In addition, Production Foreman II typically reports to a manager. The Production Foreman II supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision. Working as a Production Foreman II typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. |
Skills | Proficiency Level |
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Planning and Organizing | Level 4 |
Coordination | Level 3 |
Project Management | Level 3 |