Job Description : Unit Supervisor / Factory Head
Position Summary :
The Unit Supervisor / / Factory Head will oversee manufacturing processes, ensuring efficiency, quality, and alignment with business objectives. This role involves close collaboration with sales, marketing, and internal teams to deliver on-time, cost-effective, and high-quality products while fostering innovation and growth within the organization.
Key Strategic Planning and Collaborate with the sales team to align production plans with current and future business requirements.
- Gather market insights, competitor strategies, and customer feedback to refine product offerings and share strategic inputs with the COO.
- Analyse market reports periodically with R&D, production, and quality teams to improve existing product lines.
- Propose and evaluate expansion plans and strategies for the next two years.
2. Operations and Cost Control operational costs by optimizing processes, driving cost-reduction initiatives, and implementing innovations.
Oversee production processes to determine resource requirements and increase efficiency.Supervise machinery utilization, recommending upgrades or renovations where necessary.Analyse data to anticipate future needs, manage inventory, and minimize slow-moving or dead stock.3. Team Leadership and Workforce Build and maintain a positive, disciplined, and harmonious working environment.
Define and monitor KRAs and KPIs for team members to ensure clarity and performance alignment.Drive productivity improvements through training, development, and continuous performance monitoring.Instal company values and behaviours across the organization.4. Process Improvement and Lead continuous improvement initiatives such as lean manufacturing, Kaizen, and waste reduction projects.
Develop internal processes to support scaling operations and achieving higher levels of performance.Identify and eliminate inefficiencies or non-value-added processes in production.5. Production Management and Oversee the execution of production plans to ensure timely and efficient delivery of products.
Monitor and measure process performance, implementing corrective and preventive actions as required.Ensure adherence to preventive maintenance schedules with regular updates on equipment health.Address and resolve audit points and ensure compliance with all regulations.6. Record Keeping and Reporting
Ensure accurate and detailed documentation of all operational activities in both ERP systems and physical and Skills :Proven experience in operations management, production planning, and process improvement.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.Expertise in lean manufacturing, cost optimization, and continuous improvement methodologies.Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work across teams.Reporting to : Chief Operating Officer (COO)
This role is ideal for a dynamic leader with a vision for scaling operations, a focus on innovation, and the ability to align operational strategies with business goals
Note : Relocation assistance will be provided by the company
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