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Manufacturing Managers

Manufacturing managers plan, direct and coordinate activities concerned with the production of goods, the production and distribution of electricity gas and water, and the collection, treatment and disposal of waste. They may manage the production departments of large enterprises or be the managers of small manufacturing companies.

1 Managers / 13 Production and Specialized Services Managers / 132 Manufacturing, Mining, Construction and Distribution Managers / All level 4

// Working conditions

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// Hand tools

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determining, implementing and monitoring production strategies, policies and plans

planning details of production activities in terms of output quality and quantity, cost, time available and labour requirements

controlling the operation of production plant and quality procedures through planning of maintenance, designation of operating hours and supply of parts and tools

establishing and managing budgets, monitoring production output and costs, and adjusting processes and resources to minimize costs

consulting with and informing other managers about production matters

overseeing the acquisition and installation of new plant and equipment

controlling the preparation of production records and reports

coordinating the implementation of occupational health and safety requirements

identifying business opportunities and determining products to be manufactured

researching and implementing regulatory and statutory requirements affecting manufacturing operations and the environment

overseeing the provision of quotes for the manufacture of specialized goods and establishing contracts with customers and suppliers

overseeing the selection, training and performance of staff.

Included occupations

Examples of the occupations classified here:
- Manufacturer
- Manufacturing manager
- Production and operations manager (manufacturing)

Excluded occupations

Some related occupations classified elsewhere:
- Production supervisor (manufacturing) - 3122

Indexed job titles 15