Production Deputy Manager

We are currently recruiting for one of our clients a Production Deputy Manager to support the Production Manager in the overall management, supervision, and optimization of production activities.

Key Responsibilities :

•  Assist the Production Manager in planning, organizing, and supervising daily production activities
• Ensure production targets, schedules, and quality requirements are achieved.
• Supervise and coordinate production teams and ensure effective allocation of manpower and resources.
• Monitor production performance, productivity, efficiency, and operational KPIs.
• Identify production issues, bottlenecks, and deviations, and implement appropriate corrective actions.Ensure compliance with production procedures, quality standards, health & safety requirements, and company policies.
• Coordinate with Quality, Maintenance, EHS, Engineering, Logistics, and other departments to ensure smooth production operations.
• Participate in production planning and workforce planning according to business requirements.
• Analyze production data and prepare regular performance reports for management.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing productivity and reducing waste, downtime, and production costs.
• Ensure the proper use and maintenance of production equipment in coordination with the Maintenance Department.
• Participate in root-cause analysis and problem-solving activities related to production issues.
• Train, coach, and develop production supervisors and team leaders.
• Monitor employee performance and promote discipline and compliance with company procedures.
• Support the implementation of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ensure effective communication between production management and operational teams.
• Replace the Production Manager and assume responsibility for production operations when required.
   

Requirements :

• Master’s Degree or equivalent diploma in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Production Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Significant experience in a similar Production Management position.
• Proven experience in managing and supervising production teams.
• Strong knowledge of production processes, production planning, and industrial performance management.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, problem-solving, and KPI management is highly desirable.
• Good knowledge of health, safety, quality, and environmental requirements in an industrial environment.
• Strong computer skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and production management systems.
• Strong leadership and team-management skills.
• Excellent organizational, planning, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight production deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to make decisions and take initiative.
• Strong sense of responsibility and accountability.
• Results-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work in a multicultural and international industrial environment.