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manufacturing facility manager

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Manufacturing facility managers foresee the maintenance and routine operational planning of buildings intended to be used for manufacturing activities. They control and manage health and safety procedures, supervise the work of contractors, plan and handle buildings maintenance operations, fire safety and security issues, and oversee buildings' cleaning activities.

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Competences
38
Groups
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Essential
14
Optional
24

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Essential knowledge 2 competences

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electrical power safety regulations

The compliance with safety measures which need to be taken during the installation, operation, and maintenance of constructions and equipment which function in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electrical power, such as the appropriate safety gear, equipment handling procedures, and preventive actions.

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supply chain management

The flow of goods in the supply chain, movement and storage of raw materials, work-in-process inventory, and finished goods from point of origin to point of consumption.

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Essential skills and competences 12 competences

Occupation specific

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manage manufacturing facilities

Plan, maintain, and foresee the relevant considerations for manufacturing facilities management. Ensure a steady development of strategic plans for plants and make sure they serve their functionality efficiently.

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ensure inspections of facilities

Plan and make sure that a regular inspection system is in place to ensure they are fit for purpose and to prevent hazards and further risks.

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manage space utilisation

Oversee the design and development of a plan for space and facility allocation that is based on user's needs and priorities.

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adhere to organisational guidelines

Adhere to organisational or department specific standards and guidelines. Understand the motives of the organisation and the common agreements and act accordingly.

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carry out energy management of facilities

Contribute to develop effective strategies for energy management and making sure that these are sustainable for buildings. Review buildings and facilities to identify where improvements can be made in energy efficiency.

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ensure equipment availability

Ensure that the necessary equipment is provided, ready and available for use before start of procedures.

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liaise with managers

Liaise with managers of other departments ensuring effective service and communication, i.e. sales, planning, purchasing, trading, distribution and technical.

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make health, safety and environment assessments

Execute health, safety and environmental assessments to ensure proper working environment and conditions.

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manage budgets

Plan, monitor, report on the budget and prepare set production budgets.

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monitor contractor performance

Manage contractor performance and assess whether they are meeting the agreed standard and correct underperformance if needed.

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plan buildings maintenance work

Schedule maintenance activities of property, systems and services to be deployed in public or private buildings, according to the priorities and needs of the client.

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supervise work

Direct and supervise the day-to-day activities of subordinate personnel.

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Optional knowledge 8 competences

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corporate social responsibility

The handling or managing of business processes in a responsible and ethical manner considering the economic responsibility towards shareholders as equally important as the responsibility towards environmental and social stakeholders.

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facilities management in the organisation

The principles and methods of facilities management as applied to individual organisations, best practice techniques, management implications of outsourced and in-house services, main types of contractual relationships in facility management and innovation procedures.

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Cross-sector

6 competences
energy conservation

The practice of reducing energy consumption and using fewer energy services. As a sustainable process, energy conservation is done by replacing used energy with alternative sources, using more efficient energy products, or refraining from particular energy products or services to conserve it.

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Scope note
Excludes energy efficiency
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energy performance of buildings

Factors that contribute to lower energy consumption of buildings. Building and renovation techniques used to achieve this. Legislation and procedures regarding energy performance of buildings.

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fire safety regulations

The legal rules to be applied for fire safety and fire prevention in a facility.

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industrial engineering

The field of engineering concerned with the development, improvement, and implementation of complex processes and systems of knowledge, people, equipment, etc.

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manufacturing processes

The steps required through which a material is transformed into a product, its development and full-scale manufacturing.

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multimodal transport logistics

The logistical supporting activities related to multimodal transport. The different elements of a multimodal system for the movement of goods or people, and all related advantages in terms of time and cost reduction, increased security and reduced risks and reduction of administrative burdens.

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Optional skills and competences 16 competences

Occupation specific

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Sector-specific

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plan facilities management policies

Create facilities management procedures in line with organisation's strategy, identify appropriate resources and set up key responsibilities and mitigate risks in delivering facilities management objectives.

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Cross-sector

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collect industrial waste

Collect non-hazardous or hazardous waste which is produced by industrial activities, such as paints, chemicals, industrial byproducts, and radioactive waste.

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ensure equipment maintenance

Ensure that the equipment required for operations is regularly checked for faults, that routine maintenance tasks are performed, and that repairs are scheduled and performed in the case of damage or flaws.

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inspect building systems

Inspect buildings and building systems such as plumbing or electrical systems to confirm compliance with regulations and requirements.

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liaise with security authorities

Respond quickly to security incidents and violations by calling the police and keep in touch with other relevant parties involved in the potential prosecution of the offender.

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manage contracts

Negotiate the terms, conditions, costs and other specifications of a contract while making sure they comply with legal requirements and are legally enforceable. Oversee the execution of the contract, agree on and document any changes in line with any legal limitations.

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manage emergency evacuation plans

Monitor quick and safe emergency evacuation plans.

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manage facilities services

Handle a range of services such as catering, cleaning, maintenance or security, according to the priorities and needs of the client. Manage all contractors that deliver facilities management services and ensure they are delivered on time and according to the highest quality standards.

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manage major incidents

Take immediate action to respond to major incidents that affect the safety and security of individuals in private or public places such as road accidents.

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manage staff

Manage employees and subordinates, working in a team or individually, to maximise their performance and contribution. Schedule their work and activities, give instructions, motivate and direct the workers to meet the company objectives. Monitor and measure how an employee undertakes their responsibilities and how well these activities are executed. Identify areas for improvement and make suggestions to achieve this. Lead a group of people to help them achieve goals and maintain an effective working relationship among staff.

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monitor conveyor belt

Monitor the flow of the work pieces on the conveyor belt as they are processed by the machine to ensure optimal productivity.

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monitor processing environment conditions

Verify that the overall conditions of the room where the process will take place, such as temperature or air humidity, meet the requirements, and adjust if necessary.

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oversee assembly operations

Give technical instructions to assembly workers and control their progress to ensure compliance with quality standards and to check that the goals set in the production plan are met.

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oversee logistics of finished products

Ensure that the processes of packing, storage and shipment of finished products meet the requirements.

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perform procurement processes

Undertake ordering of services, equipment, goods or ingredients, compare costs and check the quality to ensure optimal payoff for the organisation.

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plan health and safety procedures

Set up procedures for maintaining and improving health and safety in the establishment or workplace.

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