Assistant General Manager

Primary objective of this position: To oversee employees, ensuring that operations run smoothly. To deputise in the absence of the general manager.

Number of reports: 4 direct. 20+ indirect.

Key responsibilities and performance measures for this role:

* Assisting the General Manager in directing daily business operations. Learn and master all aspects of the business. Will include assisting line managers

* Must be able to competently perform duties in the absence of the General Manager

* Must be able to motivate and positively influence staff, especially during times of low morale

* Must have strong leadership and organisational skills

* Jointly oversee, direct and assist line managers in the business

* Implement quality and productivity objectives

* Ensure that all employees follow the company standards to achieve company goals

* Work alongside with General Manager in recruiting, training, performance evaluation

* Develop positive working relationship with line managers to ensure effective operational support

* Support line managers, including assistance with recruitment and training and keep line managers update on team performance

Minimum Qualifications / Experience required:

* Manufacturing & Assembly operation experience.

* Lean Manufacturing methodologies and implementation experience.

* Excellent fault finding skills

* Strong people management experience

Key behavioural competencies:

* Detailed and methodical.

* Practical, hands on approach.

* Strong communication skills.

* Confident and accurate decision maker.

* Calm, clear thinker – even when under pressure.

* Awareness of manufacturing pressures