Factory Manager

Responsibilities:

Hire, train and supervise production employees, such as assemblers, packers and equipment operators
Create work schedules, assign tasks and coordinate manufacturing activities
Negotiate with suppliers and vendors to achieve cost-effective solutions
Allocate resources, such as equipment and personnel, to maintain production standards
Estimate manufacturing costs and identify ways to reduce them
Evaluate employees' performance and coach production teams
Collaborate with quality control teams to ensure finished goods meet quality standards
Monitor production output and adjust processes as necessary to meet deadlines
Provide training and resources to ensure production teams understand safety protocols
Review and audit production processes to identify strategies for improvement
Make decisions related to production, such as staffing and scheduling decisions
Prepare production reports for senior management
Qualification/Requirements:

1. Educational Background

Degree in Engineering or Manufacturing: A bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical, chemical, industrial engineering, or related fields to understand the technical aspects of RPET manufacturing processes.
Management or Business Studies: Additional qualifications in management or business studies can be beneficial for understanding the economic and organizational aspects of factory management.
2. Professional Experience

Experience in Manufacturing: Several years of experience in a manufacturing environment, in RPET, to understand the specific challenges and opportunities in this industry.
Leadership Roles: Proven experience in leadership roles, demonstrating the ability to manage teams, projects, and achieve performance targets.
3. Technical Skills

Knowledge of RPET Processing: Deep understanding of the recycling process, including sorting, Washing, SSP, and reforming processes.
Process Optimization: Skills in optimizing manufacturing processes for efficiency, including familiarity with OEE, 5S methodology, and SMED.
Quality Management: Expertise in quality control measures, understanding of statistical process control, and ability to implement CAPA (Process Capability Performance Index) effectively.
4. Managerial and Soft Skills

Leadership and Team Management: Strong leadership skills to motivate and manage diverse teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
Problem-Solving: Excellent problem-solving skills to address operational challenges and improve process efficiency.
Communication: Effective communication skills to liaise with all levels of the organization and external stakeholders.
5. Financial Acumen

Budget Management: Ability to manage and adhere to budgets, with skills in cost reduction and financial analysis to improve cost per unit metrics.
6. Regulatory and Environmental Knowledge

Compliance: Familiarity with environmental, health, and safety regulations applicable to the manufacturing and recycling of PET materials.
Sustainability: Commitment to reducing environmental impact, improving energy efficiency, and reducing carbon footprint.
7. Continuous Improvement and Innovation

Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma: Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Innovation Management: Ability to foster an innovative environment where new ideas and improvement initiatives are encouraged and implemented.
8. Customer and Market Orientation

Customer Satisfaction: Skills in managing and enhancing customer satisfaction through quality products and timely delivery.
Market Awareness: Understanding of the market dynamics and customer requirements specific to the RPET industry.