Assistant Production Manager at Proforce Limited

The Assistant Production Manager will support the Production Manager in planning, coordinating, and supervising production activities to achieve maximum efficiency and quality output in line with the company’s objectives. The role requires strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and the ability to ensure compliance with production standards, health and safety regulations, and company policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and implementing production plans, schedules, and targets to meet organizational goals.
• Supervise and monitor production processes to ensure adherence to established standards and timelines.
• Identify areas for process improvement to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Support in managing production resources, including manpower, machinery, and materials.
• Liaise with maintenance, quality assurance, and logistics teams to ensure smooth production operations.
• Provide leadership and training to production staff, ensuring high morale and performance.
• Prepare and present production reports and metrics to management.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving operational issues on the production floor.
• Maintain accurate documentation of production processes and activities.

Job Requirements:

Education & Qualifications:

• B.Sc. / HND in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Production Management, or a related discipline.

Experience:

• Minimum of 4 - 7 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing/production environment.
• Prior experience in a supervisory or assistant managerial role is essential.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Sound knowledge of manufacturing processes and best practices.
• Familiarity with production planning tools and manufacturing software.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).