Overseas the production process Ensuring production is cost effective Drawing up a production schedule Making sure that products are produced on time and are of good quality Working out the human and material resources needed Drafting a timescale for the job Estimating costs and setting the quality standards Monitoring the production processes and adjusting schedules as needed Being responsible for the selection and maintenance of equipment Monitoring product standards and implementing quality-control programmes Liaising among different departments, e.g. suppliers, managers Working with managers to implement the company’s policies and goals Ensuring that health and safety guidelines are followed Supervising and motivating a team of workers Reviewing the performance of subordinate Identifying training needs