Job Description

Our client, a leading automotive manufacturer in the Eastern Seaboard area, is looking for an Advanced Manufacturing Manager to join their dynamic, talented team to grow the business in Thailand.

Job Responsibilities:

• Process Optimization:
  • Leading and implementing initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes, ensuring quality, efficiency, and consistency.
  • Analyzing production workflows and identifying bottlenecks to drive improvements and meet key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Equipment and Machine Improvement:
  • Overseeing the design, modification, and installation of advanced manufacturing equipment and machinery.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to select and implement cutting-edge technology to support production goals.
  • Developing and maintaining preventative maintenance programs for all manufacturing equipment.
• Cost Optimization:
  • Analyzing production costs and implementing cost-saving initiatives while maintaining product quality.
  • Leading value engineering projects to optimize material usage and reduce wastage in manufacturing.
  • Ensuring alignment with the company's budgetary goals through effective resource planning.
• Cycle Time Reduction:
  • Designing and implementing strategies to minimize cycle times in production processes.
  • Introducing lean manufacturing principles and tools to enhance productivity.
  • Working closely with production teams to ensure the timely delivery of products without compromising quality.
• Labor Efficiency:
  • Analyzing workforce productivity and recommending solutions to enhance labour efficiency.
  • Introducing automation and other technologies to optimize human resource allocation.
  • Developing and implementing training programs to ensure workforce alignment with advanced manufacturing processes.
• New Product Introduction (NPI):
  • Acting as a key stakeholder in the New Product Introduction (NPI) process, ensuring manufacturing readiness.
  • Establishing manufacturing processes and layouts for new products while collaborating with product design teams.
• Compliance and Standards:
  • Ensuring all manufacturing processes comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements, such as IATF 16949, ISO 14001, or equivalent.
  • Conducting risk assessments, such as FMEA, and ensuring adherence to safety and quality protocols.
• Team Leadership and Development:
  • Leading and mentoring a team of manufacturing engineers and technicians to achieve departmental objectives.
  • Fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team.
• Data-Driven Decision Making:
  • Using data analytics and KPIs to monitor and evaluate manufacturing performance.
  • Preparing detailed reports and presenting findings to senior management with actionable recommendations.

Qualifications and Skills

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 15 years in manufacturing engineering roles within the automotive sector.
  • Proven track record of success in process optimization, equipment improvement, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies.
  • Familiarity with automation, robotics, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
  • Hands-on experience with CAD, CAM, and production simulation software.
  • Leadership Skills:
  • Excellent team management and mentoring abilities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Other Skills:
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in data analysis tools and production tracking systems.