Production Floor Manager- Volta Region (Ho)

Jobberman•House, NM

47d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Floor Manager is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations on the production floor, ensuring efficient, safe, and high-quality production of plastic products. This role involves managing teams, optimizing processes, meeting production targets, and maintaining compliance with quality and safety standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
3–5 years of experience in a plastic manufacturing environment.
Hands-on experience with processes such as injection molding, extrusion, or blow molding.
Prior supervisory or team leadership experience is required.
Strong leadership and people management skills
Good knowledge of plastic manufacturing processes
Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Familiarity with manufacturing principles
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Basic proficiency in production reporting tools and MS Office

Nice To Haves

Experience with ERP or manufacturing systems
Knowledge of ISO quality standards
Certification in health & safety or manufacturing (advantageous)

Responsibilities

Supervise day-to-day production activities, including injection molding, extrusion, or blow molding processes.
Ensure production schedules are met in alignment with delivery timelines.
Monitor machine performance and production output, making adjustments as necessary.
Minimize downtime by coordinating with maintenance teams for quick resolution of equipment issues.
Manage, train, and supervise production staff, including machine operators and line supervisors.
Assign tasks and monitor workforce productivity and efficiency.
Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching and development plans.
Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Ensure products meet required quality standards and specifications.
Work closely with the Quality Assurance team to address defects and implement corrective actions.
Enforce adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Enforce safety regulations and ensure compliance with company and industry standards.
Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments.
Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Lead incident investigations and implement preventive measures.
Identify areas for process optimization to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
Implement lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives.
Monitor KPIs such as yield, scrap rate, and cycle time.
Coordinate with the warehouse and procurement teams to ensure availability of raw materials.
Monitor material usage and minimize waste.
Ensure proper storage and handling of plastic resins and additives.
Maintain accurate production records and reports.
Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly performance reports.
Communicate production status, challenges, and improvements to senior management.