What You Will Enjoy Doing
The Assistant Production Manager supports the Manufacturing Manager and shop floor operations, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity.
This role is part of a structured development program preparing candidates for future Production Manager positions.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Trainee Program Participation: Engage in a structured trainee program, scheduling meetings and maximizing learning.
- Develop expertise in production technologies and specialize in at least two.
- Understand interdepartmental dependencies and budget execution.
- Manufacturing & Production Support: Manage production reporting, waste handling, and rework processes.
- Lead process improvement workshops using LEAN tools.
- Conduct root cause analyses for production issues and customer complaints.
- Assist in resource planning and trend analysis for improvements.
- Operational Excellence: Participate in interdisciplinary projects (NEXT, HSE, 5S, Food Safety).
- Implement improvement initiatives through training and SOPs.
- Lead teams, ensuring structured project management and impact measurement.
- Support change management initiatives.
- Production Department Management: Conduct supervisor meetings and assist in recruitment and training.
- Oversee shift handovers, schedules, and compliance with safety regulations.
- Support disciplinary processes and annual performance evaluations.
- Provide leave coverage for the Production Manager.
- Compliance With GMP: Ensure adherence to health, safety, and housekeeping regulations.
- Maintain 5S principles and support food safety audits (FSSC, ISO).
What Makes You Great
Qualifications and Experience Requirements
Min 4-year Degree (Associates) in related field or equivalent, bachelor's degree preferred. 3-5 years supervisory experience in applicable technology. Technical / Engineering experience.
Skills and Knowledge Required
- Analytical skills: Evaluate data, identify trends, and make informed decisions.
- Time Management: Prioritize tasks and take initiative.
- Leadership & Team Building: Foster collaboration and motivation.
- Communication: Effectively convey ideas and engage with customers.
- Problem-Solving: Analyze issues, develop solutions, and implement improvements.
- Structured Thinking: Manage multiple tasks while focusing on key priorities.
- Talent Development: Identify potential, assess performance, and support growth.
- ALPLA Leadership: Uphold company values and principles.
What You Can Expect Working With Us
Market-Related Salary. Professional working environment with Global Exposure. Pension Benefit. Medical Aid. Employee Assistance Program.
We facilitate a smooth start through individual and accurate training and professional guidance and support. We offer you a challenging task with a high degree of personal responsibility. Your individual performance will be remunerated, and your development will be supported by us.