A day with Camille Georges, Production Manager
In 4 years at Elis, no two days have been the same.
Each day had its share of hazards, or constraints, but the most important thing is the presence on the ground and the relationship with the teams.
What is your role in the plant?
I am the Production Manager of the plant. I take care of the whole production line with the help of the assistants.
My job is based on different areas:
- The field, to help the teams and monitor the day's progress
- Continuous improvement and reflection on possible projects to be carried out
- A cross-functional relationship with the other departments, management of customer complaints, ongoing technical issues requiring the help of maintenance
A typical day
- 7.15am-7.30am I start with a tour of the plant to say hello to the morning team members.
- This is followed by a production meeting with the team leaders to take inventory of the current team (absentees, breakdowns, production problems, performance).
- Then a meeting with our director and the other department managers to find out what is going on for the day and to exchange ideas over a friendly coffee.
- The rest of the day is divided between a presence in the ground and my office (50/50 over the day).
During the office part: I deal with the administrative work to be done, projects and possible reflections in collaboration with the assistants.
In the ground: I make sure that the performance indicators are in the green (wash rate, advance/delay…). I help the team leaders and assistants to move forward and respond to the day's hazards.
Anything that stands out for you in your work?
Human relations are at the heart of our business.
We consider all our employees, and their well-being is important to us. Therefore, local management is essential and an integral part of our business.
An anecdote from your factory?
After four years in the Aix Rousset plant in various departments, I have had the opportunity to work with all the teams.
I try to listen to them as much as possible, to be there for them, and to show that even when things are difficult, we know how to put ourselves in their place.
This summer, I got married and the teams knew it. I was entitled to some attention that particularly touched me and moved me because I was not expecting it. It showed me how much they care about me and that the work I do every day is not for nothing.
I will never forget that.
