Factory Manager (Plastic Manufacturing)

Role & responsibilities

• Manage and supervise overall plastic manufacturing and factory operations.
• Plan and monitor daily, weekly and monthly production activities.
• Ensure production targets are achieved within the planned timelines.
• Manage production manpower, machine utilization and production schedules.
• Monitor production processes to ensure consistent product quality.
• Fit, change, set and adjust moulds according to production requirements.
• Ensure correct machine and mould settings for efficient production.
• Identify and resolve production, machine and mould-related issues.
• Reduce material wastage, rejection, downtime and production losses.
• Monitor raw material consumption and optimize material utilization.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams to minimize machine breakdowns and downtime.
• Implement and maintain quality control procedures throughout the production process.
• Ensure compliance with factory safety procedures and operational standards.
• Monitor machine performance, production efficiency and overall factory productivity.
• Maintain proper production records, operational documentation and daily production reports.
• Analyze production reports and take corrective actions where required.
• Train, guide and supervise production operators and other factory personnel.
• Ensure proper housekeeping and disciplined working practices across the factory.
• Coordinate with management regarding production planning, operational challenges and performance.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency and cost control.

Preferred candidate profile

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in plastic manufacturing/factory operations.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of plastic production processes and machinery.
• Experience in mould fitting, mould changing and mould adjustment is essential.
• Experience managing production teams and factory operations.
• Strong understanding of production planning, quality control and waste reduction.
• Ability to troubleshoot production and mould-related problems independently.
• Good knowledge of production reporting and operational documentation.
• Strong leadership and manpower management skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of factory operations.
• Good Hindi or English speaking and listening skills.
• Willingness to relocate and work in Fiji.