Assistant Production Manager (Oil Palm)

Job Brief

• The Assistant Production Manager Oil Palm oversees safe, efficient, and cost-effective production execution by translating production plans into daily operations and optimizing manpower, machinery, materials, and methods 4M.
• The role is responsible for meeting production targets, controlling labor costs, minimizing downtime and waste, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Key Performance Indicators KPIs

• Daily production target achievement: 95–100%
• Machine utilization: ≥85%
• Labor cost and overtime within budget
• Defect and wastage within approved limits
• Payroll accuracy: 100%
• Zero major safety violations
• Accurate and timely reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Convert weekly and monthly production schedules into daily shift plans.
• Allocate manpower, machines, and materials for smooth production execution.
• Monitor production output, investigate shortfalls, and implement recovery actions.
• Manage attendance, shift rosters, overtime, and payroll accuracy.
• Track machine performance, downtime, and maintenance coordination.
• Enforce SOPs, quality standards, and waste control measures
• Monitor production costs and drive efficiency improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, PPE use, and incident reporting.
• Prepare accurate daily production and operational reports.
• Supervise team discipline, performance, and workforce development.

Qualifications
Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Production, Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.

Experience:

• 5–8 years in Oil Palm production.
• 2–3 years in supervisory / assistant managerial role.
• Experience in production planning, labor control, and cost management.

Technical Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• ERP and advanced Excel proficiency.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing / continuous improvement preferred.