Production Manager

As one of only a handful of companies that design and manufacture High Frequency (HF) and Very High Frequency (VHF) radio communications systems for military and commercial organisation globally, Barrett Communications (a Motorola Solutions company) are constantly innovating and solving the communications challenges our customers face in some of the most inhospitable locations around the world.

From our extensive Bibra Lake facility, in the Cockburn Commercial Park, the Production Manager will be overseeing the Supply Chain Team, manufacturing, testing, and repairing of Barrett products to export to our customers around the world.

Position Overview:

The Production Manager is responsible for the smooth running of all production lines and maintaining quality of output. Take charge of the Purchasing/Stores/Test and Inspection areas. To maintain work flow and meet KPI targets set by management. Manage sub contract suppliers to ensure a quality product is delivered in a committed  time frame.  Drive transformational changes in manufacturing through adoption and employment of cutting-edge automation technologies.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, direct, and coordinate activities of the production department
• Organize production workflow and schedule to meet delivery commitments
• Ensure manufacturing process and product manufactured in the factory is in compliance with quality, regulations, and guidelines requirements as stated in the company policy and product specifications
• Provide regular update of the production status, delivery and issues affecting delivery plan
• Collaborating with various functions within the organization to deliver excellent service at all time to all customers
• Responsible for the inventory, inventory cycle count, excess & obsolescence management
• Plan and execute purchasing of strategic/controlled items
• Create work orders for internal production and subcontractors
• Track and manage work orders in the ERP system to ensure proper inventory transaction at every stage of the process
• Analyze demand and provide forecast for material and inventory planning
• Establish a good working relationship with suppliers and subcontractors
• Responsible for production capacity planning and maintenance
• Support service & maintenance return and repair
• Responsible for maintaining product Bill of Materials in the ERP system 
• Implement continuous improvement by utilizing lean manufacturing process
• Drive daily improvements to optimize cost, quality and delivery
• Maintain a safe and clean production area at all times. 
• Maintain workplace safety per the local EHS regulations and company requirements
• Provide leadership to a team of employees on site
• Provide constructive and timely performance evaluations of employees

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Manufacturing, Supply Chain or Logistics
• Min 8 years experience in electronics manufacturing environment
• Experience in managing high mix low volume production
• Proficient in communication and able to communicate clearly and concisely with the different level of audiences in the organization
• Customer focus - committed to providing exceptional customer service experiences.
• Knowledge in data analysis and data management

Inclusion and Diversity

Motorola Solutions embraces a diverse pool of candidates in its recruitment activities. We consider all qualified applicants and do not discriminate based on age, gender identity, biological sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, race, national or ethnic origin, religion, disabilities or health conditions, marital or family status and other areas of potential difference.