FACTORY DEPUTY MANAGER

A Factory Deputy Manager acts as the second-in-command to the Factory or Plant Manager, helping oversee daily operations, manage shop-floor performance, and step in during the manager's absence. Job Overview • Role Level: Mid-to-senior management (reporting to the Factory/Plant Manager) • Primary Objective: Ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective daily manufacturing operations to meet production targets and quality standards. Key Responsibilities • Operations & Production Control: • Plan, execute, and monitor daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules. • Oversee line efficiency, cycle times, resource allocation, and machine performance to minimize downtime. • Act in place of the Factory Manager during their absence. • Quality & Safety Compliance: • Enforce safety protocols, Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards, and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). • Drive quality control initiatives, root cause analysis (RCA), and corrective/preventative actions (CAPA). • Team & Workforce Management: • Supervise, mentor, and schedule operators, technicians, and shift leads. • Identify training gaps and conduct skill-development programs. • Continuous Improvement & Cost Optimization: • Implement Lean manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and Poka-yoke projects on the shop floor. • Support material and labor productivity improvements to reduce operational waste. • Cross-Functional Coordination: • Liaise with Quality Assurance, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Human Resources departments.