Vietnam Operations Manager

Location: On- site at facility in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Department: Supply Chain
Classification: Full- time, Exempt Manager
Reports To: VN President and/or MO Director of Production, Planning, Sourcing, and Procurement
Job Purpose: The Vietnam Operations Manager is responsible for leading a growing, fast- paced manufacturing operation. The Vietnam Plant Manager’s primary responsibility includes ensuring that operations goals are communicated to the plant floor and that the plant manufactures smoothly and efficiently, delivering high quality products in the most profitable and adaptive manner. The Vietnam Plant Manager brings a deep understanding of systems thinking, combining data analytics with process optimization expertise. The Vietnam Plant Manager is a cross- functional resource and continuous improvement leader in lean manufacturing waste reduction and output growth.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
· Manage time- off requests and absences of direct reports.
· Identify, monitor, and prioritize tasks to meet manufacturing goals (including staff development).
· Drive and foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability across all levels of operations staff.
· Conduct and document plant staff performance reviews.
· Develop report structures and metrics to give upper management visibility on key performance drivers on the production floor.
· Collaborate with Maintenance to ensure machines are functional and well maintained.
· Manage the coordination of multi- level resources (e.g., materials, supplies, and staff).
· Coordinate floor teams to best utilize machine capacity and achieve customer deadlines.
· Other duties as necessary.
· Ideate and implement changes to meet cost, productivity, accuracy, waste, and timeliness goals (e.g. visual aids for standard work, performance metrics, and training manuals).
· Direct plant staff to achieve efficient processes, workflows, and work environments.
· Develop operations staff along career path to better the employee and the company.
· Communicate clear and consistent operations goals across all levels of operations staff.
· Coordinate with Plant Superintendent to manage and maintain operating and capital budgets.
· Educate plant staff in problem- solving, risk mitigation, equipment usage, and other best practices.
· Assist Engineering and Maintenance to design and control preventative maintenance programs.
· Coordinate manufacturing Projects (e.g., layout changes, installation of equipment, repairs, etc.)
· Assist Human Resources to onboard new manufacturing hires and support employee relations.
· Ensure plant complies with applicable laws and regulations (e.g., OSHA, DOL, SMETA, etc.).
· Manage cost, productivity, accuracy, waste, and timeliness through reporting metrics.

Required Qualifications
Education
· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent experience
Experience
· Experience in designing human and/or machine processes ‘from the ground up’.
· Certification in Lean or Lean Six Sigma.
· Experience in computer ERP systems, data reporting, and Microsoft Office Suite.
· 5+ years of experience in manufacturing supervision or operations improvement role.
· Experience in engagement and culture change management
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
· Ability to manage multiple Projects or initiatives simultaneously.
· Interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence.
· Problem- solving and option- oriented mindset.
· Innovative and reliable self- starter.
· Analytical and organizational mindset.
· Proactive and motivational team leadership.
· Adaptive task prioritization and resource management.
· Effective written and verbal communication.
· Demonstrated ability to lead and manage direct reports.
Environment
Working Conditions
· Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, lifting, and bending throughout the day
· Position is located in an office and factory setting Essential physical requirements
Salary: Negotiable
Candidates who have previously applied do not need to reapply
CV must be in English, and candidates must be fluent in English communication

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