Production Manager - Plastic Industry

PRODUCTION MANAGER The Production Manager reports to the Plant Manager. The purpose of this position is to reach production targets, by guaranteeing production continuity and product quality, in accordance with company standards and procedures. Main Tasks and Responsibilitie s: Supervises, coordinates and supports the Production team, managing priorities, addressing critical issues and promoting staff development Plans the production program efficiently (reducing the number of color and mold changes) indicating needed resources (materials, people, equipment) in coordination with the Logistics Manager and Technical Manager Executes and manages the production program, guaranteeing production line efficiency through ordinary maintenance (greasing, cleaning, etc.)

and ensuring adherence to quality standards and protocols Schedules timing and priority of technical interventions (e.g. color/mold changes) and maintenance of machinery, equipment and utilities in coordination with the Technical Manager and according to the production program Monitors statistical production data (material yield variance, waste, machine cycle time, electrical consumption, productivity Kg/h, etc.)

with the aim of continuous improvement and optimization Participates in the industrialization of new products or processes Participates in investigating and troubleshooting quality problems Ensures a positive and constructive work environment through effective communication and the quick resolution of issues Guarantees and verifies compliance to all workplace health, safety and environmental norms, applying related best practices; ensures work areas are kept clean, orderly and safe in coordination with the Quality Manager Follow through and follow-ups on tasks and activities carried out by Production Team.

Technical Skills: Good knowledge of plastic molding technologies (EBM and/or SBM and/or IM) Excellent applied knowledge of WCM standards Good knowledge of the supply chain process Good knowledge of Health, Safety and Environment rules and practices Excellent Computer Skills

• Especially Microsoft Office Suite Excellent knowledge of English Personal Skills: Be Accountable. Accept responsibility for your actions. Be accountable for your results. Take ownership for your mistakes. Be Jugaad. Be analytic. Be frugal and avoid sophistication to get the job done without compromising on quality. Be Resilient and Work Hard. Be able to endure, to cope with stress and to positively respond to challenges. Be a Team Player. Build trust in your relationships and contribute to making the work environment positive and stable.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Production Manager in an FMCG or Automotive company Experience in managing large Production Teams.