The Production Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and controlling the entire manufacturing process of metal doors to ensure efficient production flow, quality standards, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery. The role involves supervising production staff, managing resources, implementing quality controls, and continuously improving production efficiency and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement daily, weekly, and monthly production plans to meet customer demands and delivery schedules.

• Allocate resources effectively (manpower, materials, machines) and monitor work progress across production lines.

• Supervise and coordinate the work of fabricators, welders, fitters, painters, and other production staff.

• Ensure all metal doors meet the company's quality specifications and customer requirements.

• Work closely with the quality control team to detect and correct defects or deviations.

• Establish and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensure compliance across all processes.

• Monitor production costs and take initiatives to reduce waste, scrap, and downtime.

• Optimize material usage and ensure efficient use of labor and machines.

• Prepare and manage the production budget in collaboration with the operations and finance teams.

• Coordinate with maintenance personnel to ensure that all machines and tools are well maintained and calibrated.

• Report and follow up on breakdowns to minimize disruption to the production schedule.

• Enforce safety rules and ensure all employees use proper personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Conduct safety inspections and training to prevent accidents and injuries.

• Ensure compliance with occupational health and environmental standards.

• Train and motivate production staff to meet performance goals.

• Conduct performance evaluations and recommend promotions, transfers, or disciplinary actions when necessary.

• Encourage teamwork, discipline, and a productivity-oriented work culture.

• Maintain accurate records of production outputs, machine utilization, labor hours, and quality results.

• Submit regular reports on production status, challenges, and improvement plans to senior management.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field.

• 5+ years of experience in a metal fabrication or door manufacturing environment, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.

• Solid understanding of welding, cutting, assembly, and painting processes.

• Experience with production planning tools, inventory systems, and ERP software.

• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.

Key Competencies:

• Technical knowledge of metal door manufacturing processes

• Time and resource management

• Quality and safety management

• Team leadership and problem-solving

• Cost control and efficiency focus

• Knowledge of ISO or similar standards is an asset

How To Apply

Submit your application, updated CV and supporting credentials via email: recruitment@sequoiaconsultancy.et