Company Factory Manager (Excluding Directors)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Managerial Occupations
- Middle : Corporate and Organizational Managers
- Minor : Corporate Managers
Summary
The company factory manager is responsible for the operation and management of manufacturing factories, comprehensively supervising production planning, quality, safety, costs, and more as a managerial position.
Description
The company factory manager supervises the operational status of manufacturing lines, oversees the formulation and adjustment of production plans, equipment maintenance, quality management, occupational safety and health management, and cost control. Through inter-departmental coordination, personnel development, and budget management, they achieve efficient factory operations. They are also responsible for promoting improvement activities (Kaizen), standardization, vendor management, and compliance with laws and regulations. They contribute to improving the factory's competitiveness through prompt responses to production issues and evaluations of introducing IoT and automation technologies.
Future Outlook
The promotion of smart factories, automation, and the introduction of IoT and AI will accelerate, increasing demand for factory managers equipped with digital literacy and data utilization skills. The importance of cost reduction and supply chain optimization will also rise, with market value expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Can Respond Flexibly / Excellent Communication Skills / Has Leadership / Has Problem-Solving Orientation / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Line Leader → Production Manager → Factory Deputy Manager → Company Factory Manager → Department Head/Business Division Manager
Required Skills
Basic Equipment Maintenance Knowledge / Budget Management / Occupational Safety and Health Management / Production Planning / Quality Control Techniques (QC)
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (English) / Data Analysis (BI Tools) / ERP System Operation / LEAN/Kaizen / Project Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to prevent quality defects and safety risks beforehand. |
| Communication Skills | Because coordination and reporting with other departments and on-site workers occur frequently. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because a proactive attitude is important for promoting improvement activities and introducing new technologies. |
| Planning & Organization | Because it is necessary to efficiently organize production schedules and resource allocation. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to respond quickly and appropriately to equipment failures and production troubles. |
| Stress Tolerance | Stress tolerance is required due to the pressure of achieving production targets and frequent emergency responses. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it mainly involves managerial duties with little heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- First-Class Hygiene Manager
- Forklift Operation Training
- Hazardous Materials Handler
- Quality Management Certification
Aliases
- Factory Manager
Related Jobs
- Factory Deputy Manager
- Line Leader
- Manufacturing Manager
- Production Supervisor