Technical and managerial skills
Manufacturing Managers must be able to apply specialist knowledge of machinery, processing or engineering operations, as well as perform a high level of organisational, planning and time management skills.
Manufacturing Managers
Descriptions & Duties
- Manufacturing Managers plan, direct and control the production activities of the company, and take charge of the overall manufacturing programmes to ensure the maintenance of specified standards of quality, efficiency and economy. Their duties include establishing details of production activities in terms of output quality and quantity, cost, time available and labour requirements; monitoring the operation of production plant and quality procedures through planning of maintenance, designation of operating hours and supply of parts and tools; preparing and managing budgets, controlling production output and cost, and adjusting processes and resources to minimise cost; and implementing regulatory and statutory requirements that affect manufacturing operations and the environment.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:1 (Max:5)
Skill is rarely required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Trade Specific Competencies
General Requirements
Academic qualification
Normally have a bachelor's degree in business administration or industrial engineering. Holders of relevant higher diplomas can articulate to related degree programmes. Sometimes, production workers with many years of experience may become a manufacturing manager.
Experience
at least 3-5 years' relevant experience is required
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $15,000-$40,000
Monthly Salary $30,000-$90,000
Monthly Salary $30,000-$110,000
Related Education & Training
Work Environment
- Manufacturing Managers work in the production area and a nearby office. They may work night or weekend shifts and may be on call to deal with emergencies at any time.
Tools
- Computers with production management software
