Production Director in Rustavi

Key Responsibilities:

1. Production Planning: Develop production plans and schedules to meet customer demand while optimizing resource allocation and minimizing costs.
2. Quality Assurance: Implement rigorous quality control measures to ensure that products meet or exceed established standards of quality and reliability.
3. Resource Management: Manage production resources, including manpower, equipment, and materials, to maximize efficiency and minimize waste.
4. Health and Safety: Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and promote a culture of safety awareness and accident prevention.
5. Performance Monitoring: Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress, identify areas for improvement, and drive operational performance.
6. Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to identify inefficiencies, streamline processes, and implement best practices to enhance productivity and profitability.
7. Budget Management: Develop and manage production budgets, controlling costs and expenses to achieve financial targets.
8. Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and regulatory agencies, to support business objectives and drive growth.

Requirements:

1. Leadership Experience: Proven experience in a leadership role within a manufacturing environment, with a track record of success in driving operational performance and leading teams to achieve goals.
2. Technical Expertise: Strong technical background in production management, with a deep understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems.
3. Cultural Sensitivity: Familiarity with Georgian culture, customs, and business practices, with the ability to navigate cultural nuances and build effective relationships with local stakeholders.
4. Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization and across different cultural backgrounds.
5. Problem-Solving Abilities: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes of issues and develop practical solutions to address them.
6. Results Orientation: Results-oriented mindset with a focus on achieving goals and driving continuous improvement in operational performance.
7. Adaptability: Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in a dynamic and rapidly changing environment, with the ability to effectively manage competing priorities and navigate ambiguity.

Key Results:

1. Production Efficiency: Develop and execute a production plan that enhances efficiency by optimizing workflow processes, reducing bottlenecks, and maximizing equipment utilization.
2. Quality Assurance Effectiveness: implement robust quality assurance measures to improve product quality and reliability. Achieve a 20% reduction in defect rates within six months, demonstrating a tangible improvement in product quality and customer satisfaction.
3. Cost Structure Optimization: analyze current cost structures and identify areas for optimization. Implement cost-saving initiatives such as lean manufacturing practices, vendor negotiations, and waste reduction strategies to achieve a 10% reduction in production costs within the first year, contributing to improved profitability.