Elements and Performance Criteria
- Determine job requirements
- Prepare for production
- Identify projected quantity and quality requirements, standard times and production capacities
- Identify production process and material handling options
- Establish resources required for the project or production order
- Prioritise work and identify the steps required for the process to ensure efficient use of resources
- Prepare documentation according to workplace procedures
- Organise team and resources
- Implement and monitor work flow
- Implement production and monitor work flow to make sure production schedule is maintained
- Use necessary methods to direct work to each work area or location, as required
- Identify potential congestion areas and take action to streamline work flow
- Prepare to troubleshoot on a regular basis and be ready to respond to breakdowns, absenteeism and other factors
- Coordinate systematic variations to the production plan to ensure production meets the schedule and specifications
- Maintain records and prepare reports in accordance with workplace procedures