Production Manager

Viventis Search Asia; Calabarzon; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Viventis Search Asia is seeking a Production Manager to oversee overall plant operations in the Philippines, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality against targets. You will lead the production team, optimize processes and drive continuous improvement across the plant.

The role requires 8–10 years in manufacturing with supervisory experience, strong leadership, and a track record in production planning, process improvement and cost control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Food Technology, or related field.
• 8–10 years of experience in manufacturing or production operations with supervisory/managerial roles.
• Experience in FMCG/food manufacturing is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality systems and safety standards.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, TPM or continuous improvement experience is a plus.
• Leadership, analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Willing to work in a plant environment and on shifting schedules.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations and ensure plans and targets are met.
• Manage production schedules, manpower allocation and resource use.
• Monitor output, efficiency, quality and costs.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, health standards and company policies.
• Identify issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Drive continuous improvement to boost productivity and cost-effectiveness.
• Coordinate with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Warehouse and Supply Chain.
• Monitor equipment performance and coordinate with Maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Analyze production data and prepare regular operational reports.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures and ensure adherence.
• Lead and develop production supervisors and operators.
• Plan manpower, training and performance management.
• Support new product introductions and plant projects.
• Promote safety, quality, productivity and accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Production planning

Process improvement

Manpower management

Plant operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Food Technology, or related field

Job description

The Production Manager will oversee the overall production operations, ensuring that manufacturing activities are completed efficiently, safely, and according to quality standards and production targets. The role will lead the production team, optimize processes, and drive continuous improvement across the plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations and ensure production plans and targets are achieved.
• Manage production schedules, manpower allocation, and resource utilization.
• Monitor production output, efficiency, quality, and operational costs.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, health and safety, and company standards.
• Identify production issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Coordinate closely with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Warehouse, Supply Chain, and other departments.
• Monitor equipment and process performance and coordinate with Maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Analyze production data and prepare regular operational reports.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures and ensure adherence to established processes.
• Lead, coach, and develop production supervisors and operators.
• Ensure proper manpower planning, training, and performance management within the production team.
• Support new product introductions, process improvements, and other plant projects.
• Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, productivity, and accountability within the production team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Food Technology, or a related field.
• At least 8–10 years of experience in manufacturing or production operations, with several years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
• Strong experience in production planning, process improvement, manpower management, and plant operations.
• Experience in FMCG, food manufacturing, or other high-volume manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and occupational safety standards.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, TPM, or other continuous improvement methodologies is an advantage.
• Strong leadership, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Willing to work in a plant/manufacturing environment and on a shifting schedule when required.