Manufacturing Department Section Chief (Company: Factory)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Managerial Occupations
- Middle : Corporate and Organizational Managers
- Minor : Corporate Managers
Summary
The Manufacturing Department Section Chief serves as the head of the factory's manufacturing department, overseeing the formulation and execution of production plans, quality control, cost management, and personnel management to promote safe and efficient production as a managerial position.
Description
The Manufacturing Department Section Chief manages and oversees the entire factory production line, handling daily production planning and adjustment, management of raw materials and equipment operation, quality assurance, and safety and health management. They set departmental goals and manage budgets, foster and evaluate subordinates, coordinate with multiple departments to achieve cost reductions and productivity improvements. They also compile improvement proposals from the field, promote Kaizen activities, and consider the introduction of new technologies and automation.
Future Outlook
With the promotion of smart factories, IT utilization and data analysis skills will be required. Additionally, due to labor shortages and increased automation investments, demand for experienced managers is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Excellent communication skills / Has improvement motivation / Has leadership / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Depending on company with flex system / Factory Site Work / Long Hours / Remote / Shift
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Manufacturing Leader or Group Leader → Manufacturing Section Chief → Manufacturing Department Head → Factory Manager → Executive Manager
Required Skills
Cost Control / Personnel Development and Organization Management / Production Line Management / Production Planning / Quality Management Techniques / Safety and Health Management
Recommended Skills
Data Analysis (BI Tools) / ERP System Operation / IoT Smart Factory Technology / Process Improvement
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Flexibility is needed to respond to demand fluctuations and troubles. |
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because analytical skills are required for optimizing production efficiency and processes. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is important for process management and quality maintenance. |
| Communication Skills | For coordination with multiple departments and instructions to on-site workers. |
| Initiative & Leadership | To lead productivity improvements and cost reductions. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Necessary for analyzing production figures and cost control. |
| Planning & Organization | High planning ability is necessary for production planning and schedule management. |
| Problem Solving | Essential for identifying causes and developing countermeasures when production issues occur. |
| Stress Tolerance | High stress due to responses to production troubles and delivery delays. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Quality Control Certification (QC Certification)
- Safety and Health Manager
Aliases
- Manufacturing Department Manager
- Manufacturing Section Chief
- Production Department Section Chief
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- Factory Manager
- Manufacturing Department Head
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- Production Control Department Section Chief
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