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Production Manager - Jude Color Solutions
Position Title:Production Manager
Duty Station: Kampala
Organization:Jude Color Solutions
Employment Type:Full Time Permanent
Application Deadline:April 10, 2015 - 5pm
Organizational Profile:
Jude Color Solutions is looking for a Production Manager who will be
responsible for running all aspects of
the Production Department. Jude Color
Solutions prides itself in producing high quality promotional items and Branded
goods delivered on time, and the Production Manager must be able to manage
production, ensure that the department produces high quality output, and drive
process improvements to improve the efficiency of the department.
Key Responsibilities
• Implement and control the production schedule. This includes making
realistic forecasts and ensuring that jobs are finished on time.
• Review and adjust the schedule where needed. This may include dynamically
allocating resources to respond to shifting priorities.
• Identify, develop and implement new process and procedures to drive
increased productivity and/or reduction in order cycle times.
• Provide leadership and guidance with regard to the craft of
screen-printing, Laser Engraving and Pad Printing.
• Manage equipment maintenance and make recommendations with regard to new
equipment, upgrades, and/or modifications.
• Review proofs prior to submission to client.
• Collaborate with art department and act as customer service
representative
• Develop, collect, and monitor key metrics to track productivity and drive
improvements.
• Implement formal process for assigning and tracking production
performance and resources.
• Provide performance reviews and a development path for continuous
improvement.
• Create a culture that values pride in one’s work and a desire for
continuous improvement
• Ensure that Jude Color Solutions’ policies are communicated, applied and
enforced.
Required Skills
• Experience with CNC Laser Engraving Machine, Laser Engraving Machine and
Pad (Pen) Printing Machine.
• Advanced screen-printing skills. This includes the ability to work with a
wide variety of fabrics, inks, and rotating screen printing machinery. Must
understand how different results can be achieved by varying the production
process.
• Advanced skills in art separation and screen making. Applicant must have
experience color separating halftone and 4-color process designs for dark
shirts, using discharge ink as an under-base.
• Good Computer knowledge
Job Requirements
• At least 2 years of management experience in screen-printing or other
production operation.
• Strong problem-solving skills with mechanical and artistic aptitudes
• Proven skills in management, team building, and producing positive
results.
• Ability to identify areas of opportunities, work independently and
demonstrate excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the
organization with strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong work ethic, including team and goal orientation.
• Self-motivated, positive attitude.
Physical Demands
• Stand and/or walk during shifts
• Lift, bend, reach above the head, kneel, crouch, and/or stretch during
shifts
• Engage in full manual dexterity in both hands and wrists
Work Environment
• Work with and/or around machines and chemicals
• Noise level varies and can be loud
• Temperature in warehouse varies between 60 and 95 degrees, and
occasionally exceeding 95 degrees
• Working nights, weekends, and/or holidays will sometimes be required
• You may be required to cross train and work in different areas of the
operation
Mode of application:
If you believe you qualify for this position please send your application
letter plus CV to hrm.judecolorsolutions@gmail.com
JUDE COLOR SOLUTIONS LTD
Plot 6, Prime Complex Building
First Floor, Room C24
P. O. Box 33833 Kampala, Uganda
Tel: 0392886526
