What’s the most accurate
predictor of a new Line Production Manager candidate’s
job potential? Many people think it’s an interview, one where
they “get a read” on the recruit’s likelihood
to fit into their organization.
Used correctly, however, as part of a disciplined selection approach,
an interview can be very telling. The first issue is FOCUS . . .
make sure your interviews are guided by the success profile you’ve
chosen for your manager position.
Line Production Manager:
- Line orientation
- Production approach
- Directs and controls others in a corporate setting
- Decision making efficiency
- Decision making accuracy
- Written communications
- Inspires accountability and teamwork
- Practical intelligence
- Analytic ability
Next, use a classic “coning approach” with questions
to obtain the information needed to assess the candidate against
specific profile elements. After the interview, individual assessment
scores can be summarized, and a determination made as to how to
move forward with your Profit Center Manager candidate.
Click on the adjacent Interview Guide front page. This illustrates
how the Line Production Manager interview focuses on the nine critical
factors of the job.
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