Manufacturing Manager (Precision Machining (or) Powder Metallurgy Manufacturing) - Base in Shenzhen / Jiangmen, China
Main Job Duties: - Lead Precision Machining (or) Powder Metallurgy manufacturing process development as well as product design and transfer to mass production. - Oversee the entire operation of the division including production, engineering, quality control, production planning and control, tooling, projects and machine maintenance to achieve the division target - Ensure operations adhere strictly to operating procedures, maintenance program and quality and safety requirement from international quality standard - Manage and develop staff – grow, develop and retain technical skills in order to meet operation needs / business growth - Act as change agent to drive changes and continuous improvements to bring organization to world class standard - Communicate with senior management and stakeholders from different functions (e.g. design engineering, quality, process engineering etc.) - Actively drive current process to Digital Transformation close loop manufacturing and continues process improvement thru AI tools.
Experience / Job Knowledge / Special Skills: - Degree or above in Engineering / Manufacturing Management or related disciplines - Minimum 10 years’ working experience from sizeable manufacturing companies - Experienced in management of high volume manufacturing operation - Background from automotive industry preferred - Solid working knowledge in Powder Metallurgy, CNC machines and precision components manufacturing environment, familiar with technical know-how of tool design is a must - Familiar with lean manufacturing and good knowledge of process improvement tools like Gemba Kaizen, 6 sigma SPC etc. - Experience in Industrial 4.0 Factory digital transformation & Process Automation. - Familiar with quality tools like 5Why, fishbone, 8D etc. - Good Planning skills in production materials, capacity and resources. - Excellent communication skills - Flexible and adaptable in a fast and changing environment - 5-day workweek and station in Shenzhen/Jiangmen plant, China.
Competencies: - Leadership - able to build team & motivate people to high level of commitment & excellence. - Liaise and communicate effectively with senior management, customers and suppliers. Able to get along with diverse personality. - Good problem solving skills with tenacity and perseverance. Strong analytical, numerical and reasoning abilities, need to make quick and logical decision - Strong analytical, numerical and reasoning abilities. - International exposure is an advantage.
Language Skills:
- Fluent English& Mandarin (both verbal and written) is a must. - Fluent Cantonese is an advantage.