This unit applies to managing production in a TCF workplace where judgement is required in planning, technical or supervisory activities related to operations or processes in substantially non-routine situations.

The unit is applied under limited guidance in line with a broad plan, budget or strategy as part of the major functional area or in highly specialised situations requiring a range of skills.

Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities.

The application of this unit is according to OHS practices of the enterprise and workplace practices, which may include:

requirements prescribed by legislation, awards, agreements and conditions of employment

standard operating procedures

work instructions

oral, written and visual communication

quality practices, including responsibility for maintenance of own work quality and contribution to quality improvement of team or section output

housekeeping

tasks related to environmental protection, waste disposal, pollution control and recycling

This unit requires the application of skills associated with communication to interpret production information, discuss details with work team and ensure documentation meets enterprise standards. Planning and organising is required to facilitate the implementation of production. Initiative and enterprise and problem solving will be used to identify and assess production issues and implement appropriate action.

Prerequisites

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1 Review production scheduling

1.1 Development and application of the production schedule is reviewed in terms of the appropriateness of machinery operation and both time and cost efficiency in the use of facilities and personnel

1.2 Recommendations are made for improvement or change, if appropriate

1.3 Schedule is modified according to recommendations or in line with production requirements, as required

2 Facilitate process or work flow problem resolution

2.1 Methods to solve process or work flow problems are identified through the facilitation of meetings or discussions

2.2 Knowledge of process improvement and efficient production techniques and systems are used to assist in the systematic identification and resolution of process or work flow problems

2.3 Preferred option to resolve the problem is recommended and documented

2.4 Implementation of the recommended problem resolution option is facilitated in accordance with OHS practices

3 Monitor production improvements or variations

3.1 Improvements or variations to production are monitored to ensure outcome meets specifications, production schedule and workplace requirements

3.2 Data is collated and analysed to evaluate the effectiveness of production improvements or variations

3.3 Decisions on improvements or variations to production are made within limits of management responsibility

4 Maintain records

4.1 Management records are maintained and reports prepared, where necessary

4.2 Presentations on production performance and developments are made at management meetings

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level

Demonstrates knowledge of:

management and production processes, machines and production software

workplace and work organisation systems

enterprise products and material or fabric structure

workflow control techniques and methods to resolve associated workflow problems

safety and environmental aspects of relevant enterprise activities

workplace practices and reporting or recording processes

relevant regulatory requirements and codes of practice

hazard identification and control measures associated with managing production operations

Demonstrates skills to:

assess effectiveness and efficiency of production scheduling

resolve workflow problems

communicate effectively within the workplace, including liaising with other departments

present management reports

establish or interpret procedures, where required

determine report requirements and present information in appropriate formats

read, interpret and follow information on job instructions, specifications, standard operating procedures, patterns, charts, tickets, order forms and other applicable reference material

sequence operations

clarify and check task related information

carry out work in accordance with OHS practices

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:

interpret and analyse data for production planning

review production scheduling and performance

monitor efficiency of production

resolve production problems

ensure variations or modifications are implemented appropriately

ensure workplace health and safety policies are applied in production operations

maintain accurate records

Consistency in performance

Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:

organising work

completing tasks

identifying improvements

using workplace practices

using OHS practices

recording and reporting accidents and incidents

assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes

recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions

completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment

Resource implications

Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Context for assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment.

Interdependent assessment

This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the Performance Criteria, is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Legislative/regulatory requirements

All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements, organisation insurance requirements, OHS legislation, manual handling procedures and relevant health regulations

Production schedule may be:

in electronic and hard copy format and include text, tables of numeric data, graphics, charts and graphs

OHS practices

OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:

manual handling techniques

standard operating procedures

personal protective equipment

safe materials handling

taking of rest breaks

ergonomic arrangement of workplaces

following marked walkways

safe storage of equipment

housekeeping

reporting accidents and incidents

other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise

Workplace organisation systems may include:

JIT

VAM

quick response

quality circles

team processes

benchmarking

Sector

All

This unit contains employability skills.