A production manager in a manufacturing facility is responsible for ensuring all equipment is in working order, as well as procuring materials and parts necessary to keep the facility functioning. You supervise workers and assistant managers to ensure productivity.

Who works under production manager?

The production manager works closely with the producer, line producer, first assistant director, and others to break down a script for purposes of scheduling and budgeting. A production manager's pre-production work generally takes place in the production office.

What are the production manager duties?

Production Managers perform tasks such as taking inventory, making supply orders, handling disputes among team members and regularly assessing safety standards in all areas. Some of their other most common duties include: Motivating, supporting and providing guidance to production staff.