Assistant Production Manager

Job Description

• Control, direct, and manage the production department to achieve the goals set in the plan, such as production targets, minimizing waste, on-time delivery, maintaining product quality, reducing customer complaints, and ensuring employee safety.
• Oversee subordinates' performance according to established work standards, including providing advice to production supervisors and employees in the production line, offering guidance, training, and operational suggestions.
• Review production data, identify abnormalities in cost, and propose corrective actions to management.
• Maintain quality control measures to ensure consistent products that meet the required specifications.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with food safety regulations, addressing quality issues related to production or customer complaints.
• Develop work standards in accordance with proper and appropriate operational methods.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce costs, and minimize waste, applying Lean production principles to enhance operations and maximize efficiency.
• Propose KPIs related to the position to the department manager and relevant stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Engineering, Food Science, Food Industry, or a related field
• At least 5-10 years of direct experience in food production line management
• Experience with SAP is an advantage
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and ISO standards
• Proficient in basic computer programs (MS Office)
• Basic understanding of production process development, improvement, and the use of new technology in machinery to enhance production efficiency