JOB DESCRIPTION OF A PRODUCTION MANAGER A production manager is involved with the planning, coordination and control of manufacturing processes.

They ensure that goods and services are produced efficiently and that the correct amount is produced at the right cost and level of quality. The scope of the job depends on the nature of the production system: jobbing, mass, process, or batch production. Many companies are involved in several types of production, adding to the complexity of the job. Most production managers are responsible for both human and material resources. The job role is also referred to as operations manager. Typical work activities The exact nature of the work will depend on the size of the employing organisation. However, tasks typically involve: Overseeing the production process, drawing up a production schedule; Ensuring that the production is cost effective; Making sure that products are produced on time and are of good quality; Working out the human and material resources needed; Drafting a timescale for the job; Estimating costs and setting the quality standards; Monitoring the production processes and adjusting schedules as needed; Being responsible for the selection and maintenance of equipment; Monitoring product standards and implementing quality-control programmes; Liaising among different departments, e.g. suppliers, managers; Working with managers to implement the company's policies and goals; Ensuring that health and safety guidelines are followed; Supervising and motivating a team of workers; Reviewing worker performance; Identifying training needs. A production manager is involved in the pre-production (planning) stage as well as the production (control and supervision) stage. A large part of production management involves dealing with people, particularly those who work in your team. Production managers are also involved with product design and purchasing. In a small firm you may have to make many of the decisions yourself, but in a larger organisation planners, controllers, production engineers and production supervisors will assist you. In progressive firms, the production manager's role tends to be more closely integrated with other functions, such as marketing, sales and finance.

This job specification has been developed to assist designer wholesale companies looking to appoint a suitably experienced person for the role of Production Manager and who do not have access to a detailed job description on which to base the post. The ideal candidate will be experienced and conversant with the high-end designer fashion sector. Knowledge of factory procedures and the ability to anticipate and mitigate potential problems is a prerequisite. The overall requirement is for the Production Manager to maintain and improve the companys gross-profit margin by exercising good procedures throughout the whole production process. The following list is a summary of the role: Sourcing Factories Industry experience in working with high-end factories and suppliers. Being able to extract the true capabilities of a prospective supplier. Ability to match product to requirement. Booking Production Able to collate sales orders to establish and quantify production requirements. Relating actual to forecast production and adjusting production schedules. Placing Purchase Orders Collating sales orders to establish accurate fabric and trimming requirements. Negotiating prices and agreeing delivery dates. Entering delivery information onto critical path. Advising factories of anticipated fabric/component deliveries. Production Orders Agreeing and placing orders with factory. Monitoring in-house technical team to ensure factory receives all patterns, specs etc in good time. Negotiating and recording price and delivery dates with factories. Factory Management Experience of using any relevant computer software. Enter production orders on critical path. Able to identify source of problems that result in production issues. Communicating technical issues to factory and team. Communicating timing issues to factory and team. Able to build and maintain a constructive and positive relationship with factories. Technical Team Communicating accurate and timely information to the technical team. Advising line manager of delays affecting customer deliveries and any events that impact on target margin.

Stock Control Recording receipt and usage of all fabric and trimmings. Maintaining records of garment deliveries in and out. Charging shortages and damages back to factories. Dispute Management Understanding factory procedures in order to facilitate dispute resolution. Being able to diplomatically manage technical issues with the in-house team. Use own personality and experience to resolve production problems. Quality Requirements Knowledge of garment construction and use of machinery. Understanding attributes and technical requirements of different fabrics and trimmings. Understanding and applying the companys standards to finished goods. Logistic Requirements Liaising with factories to ensure timely deliveries. Booking of transport to effect collections and deliveries. Customer Deliveries Checking and authorising factory invoices. Creating customs documents where required. Creating sales invoices or passing packing lists to accounts to invoice. Ascertaining and Maintaining Margins Knowing all costs. Negotiating purchase prices. Updating systems with date/price changes. Software and Systems Using procedures as laid down by the company. Creating spreadsheets and Excel systems to monitor and notify production issues. Totally responsible for accurate and timely information being recorded.

JOB SPECIFICATION OF A PRODUCTION MANAGER This job specification has been developed to assist designer wholesale companies looking to appoint a suitably experienced person for the role of Production Manager and who do not have access to a detailed job description on which to base the post. The ideal candidate will be experienced and conversant with the high-end designer fashion sector. Knowledge of factory procedures and the ability to anticipate and mitigate potential problems is a prerequisite. The overall requirement is for the Production Manager to maintain and improve the companys gross-profit margin by exercising good procedures throughout the whole production process. Education: UG - B.Tech /B.E. - Any Specialization, Mechanical PG MBA in operations management

Strong administrative skills with thorough knowledge of administrative practices and procedures. Strong management background. Strong leadership and problem solving skills. Strong analytical skills and ability to identify ways to streamline processes to meet organizational needs. Ability to plan and prioritize assigned activities in order to achieve tasks in a timely manner. Must be able to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment and to handle multiple assignments, projects, and responsibilities. Knowledge of operational analysis and decision-making techniques for resource allocation and organizational effectiveness. Ability to plan, direct, and coordinate program and administrative activities of a complex, interrelated and interdependent nature, where unknowns and numerous contingency factors are involved. Should have leadership and good communication skills.

Why do I find this job description attractive? I have always wanted to work in the production and manufacturing stream so that I could put the best of my technical and computer skills in this industry. And the job descripition provided here promises me of enough opportunity to fulfill my dream.