FACTORY PRODUCTION MANAGER

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage daily factory production and cold-chain operations.
• Plan production schedules and manpower allocation to ensure orders are completed on time.
• Supervise production staff and ensure daily work is carried out efficiently.
• Monitor production output, product quality and operational productivity.
• Coordinate with warehouse, cold room, purchasing, delivery and operations teams to ensure smooth workflow.
• Ensure frozen, chilled and ambient products are handled and stored according to required temperature and food safety standards.
• Monitor raw materials, packaging materials and finished goods inventory.
• Ensure sufficient stock and materials are available for daily production.
• Minimise wastage and control production costs.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene and proper housekeeping within the production area.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, workplace safety and company SOPs.
• Monitor and arrange maintenance or repair of production equipment and machinery.
• Troubleshoot production and operational issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain production records, stock records and other relevant documentation.
• Train, guide and supervise production employees.
• Assist with collection, delivery or operational duties when required.
• Work closely with management to improve production efficiency, workflow and manpower utilisation.
• Perform any other production or operational duties assigned by management.

Requirements:

• Relevant experience in food production, manufacturing, central kitchen, cold-chain or factory operations is preferred.
• Experience in supervising production staff and managing daily operations.
• Possess a valid driving licence and able to drive when required.
• Able to communicate in both Chinese and English to coordinate with workers, suppliers and customers.
• Good knowledge of food hygiene, safety and cold-chain handling is an advantage.
• Strong planning, leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer and reporting skills.