Front Line Manager Job Responsibilities
Empowering the cell teams to have the ability and commitments to achieve KPI’s and resolve issues within the cell through coaching, training and effective delegation;
Driving through performance improvements to support Quality, Cost and Delivery targets;
Championing and Facilitating the adoption and integration of lean manufacturing and best practice techniques to secure performance improvements and business unit efficiency;
Ensuring the effective utilisation and cost optimisation of all resources within the area;
Supporting the Process Manager in the development of strategic plans for the area;
Proactively Planning and Engaging with other departments/areas to ensure a collaborative approach and effective resolution of issues;
Providing point of escalation from the cell leaders for people, process, technical and resource issues;
Ensuring conformance to standards for EHS and Security.
Desired Competencies
Business Awareness;
Collaboration & Influencing;
Strategic Decision Making;
Driving Change;
Customer Focus;
Leading People;
Driving Result;
Qualifications for the Front Line Manager Job
University Degree level or equivalent;
In depth knowledge of production/technical processes and procedures, particularly with respect to safety, output, quality, security and housekeeping;
Understanding of and ability to communicate World Class Manufacturing techniques including Lean manufacturing, 6 Sigma, SMED, 5S, VSM, KANBAN, KAIZAN etc;
Knowledge and experience of HR processes;
Track record as change agent and of implementing best practice;
Good understanding of budgetary controls and variance analysis within an operational environment;
Ability to Lead, Motivate, Coach and Develop people and work within a team environment with a proven track record of leading multi-disciplinary teams.
