Production Manager
Oversee operations and projects in a production setting such as a plant.
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What's it like to be a Production Manager?
Production Managers ensure smooth production workflow by liaising with the departments and individuals involved in a project. They are in charge of the production schedule, budget, task delegation and supervision. Production Managers typically work in manufacturing and industrial settings.
Tasks and duties
- Drafting timetables for the production process.
- Corresponding with the heads of departments to monitor progress.
- Managing budget allocation.
- Supervising deliverables and deadlines.
- Conducting quality checks of deliverables and providing feedback.
- Reporting production progress to senior management.
- Supervising the curation and purchase of materials.
How to become a Production Manager
Production Managers usually have a combination of extensive industry experience and a relevant university qualification.
- Graduate with a bachelor degree in business management, supply chain management, industrial engineering or a related field.
- Complete an internship in the industrial sector for on-the-job experience.
- Gain extensive work experience in the manufacturing sector, building a track record of successful projects.
- After many years of experience as a Production Manager, you could get promoted to a higher position such as Plant Manager or Manufacturing Director.
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