Production Manager - Ceramics/Pottery/Sanitary products
Michael Page View all jobs
- Mekong Delta
- US$24,000-36,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Manage daily ceramic production across all processes, ensuring output, quality, cost, and delivery targets are consistently met.
- Oversee mixed production scheduling to maintain efficiency for high-volume runs while meeting premium small-batch requirements.
- Implement Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
- Ensure quality standards for both mass-market and premium products, working closely with Technical Design and Project Management on product development.
- Collaborate with Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Maintenance, QC, and Logistics to optimise raw materials, supplier performance, equipment reliability, and inventory.
- Lead and develop production teams to build capability, strengthen performance, and support succession planning.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and international quality standards.
- Analyse production data and provide insights and improvement recommendations to senior management.
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Management, or a related technical field; Lean/Six Sigma certification is a strong advantage.
- Strong technical understanding of ceramic manufacturing processes (mixing, forming, firing, glazing, finishing).
- Proficiency with ERP/MES, Lean, 5S, ISO systems, and production-quality controls.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate labour-intensive teams and collaborate cross-functionally.
- Analytical, data-driven, adaptable, and able to perform under pressure.
- Good English communication skills and commitment to an on-site leadership role.
- Leadership role with significant influence on production strategy and operational optimisation.
- Opportunity to drive transformation, capability building, and continuous improvement.
- Collaborative, growth-oriented environment with exposure to international stakeholders.
- Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and expertise.