Location: Saraburi (Based in Saraburi, with oversight of manufacturing sites in Saraburi & Samut Prakan)
Industry: Leading Multinational Packaging & Manufacturing
Salary: 150,000 – 250,000 THB / Month (Negotiable based on experience) + Competitive Benefits

About the Client: Our client is a global leader and multinational manufacturer of rigid packaging solutions. Due to rapid business expansion and strategic operational needs, they are currently seeking a high-caliber and experienced Deputy General Manager to oversee, drive, and elevate multi-site manufacturing operations in Thailand.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operations & Strategic Execution: Oversee overall business operations across manufacturing facilities (Saraburi and Samut Prakan) to ensure operational continuity, efficiency, and alignment with corporate strategic targets.
• Performance & KPI Management: Translate business objectives into operational action plans. Monitor and drive plant performance against KPIs (Productivity, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Profitability), identifying performance gaps and driving corrective actions.
• Continuous Improvement & Cost Optimization: Lead continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, TPM, Six Sigma) to eliminate waste, optimize resource utilization, reduce operating costs, and enhance overall plant productivity.
• Cross-Functional & Team Leadership: Lead, coach, and develop department heads and production leaders. Facilitate smooth cross-functional collaboration and timely resolution of operational bottlenecks.
• Risk Assessment & Compliance: Conduct root-cause analysis for operational disruptions and execute risk mitigation strategies. Uphold stringent compliance with safety, environmental standards, company policies, and legal regulations.
• Strategic Projects & Change Management: Drive key organizational improvement projects and change management initiatives to support sustainable business growth.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related engineering fields; an MBA is an advantage.
• Minimum 8 years of managerial experience in manufacturing operations (experience in the Packaging, Automotive, or Metal/Can manufacturing industries is strongly preferred).
• Proven track record in multi-site or cross-functional plant management with demonstrated success in cost reduction, productivity improvement, and quality enhancement.
• Strong business acumen, strategic thinking, analytical skills, and data-driven problem-solving mindset.
• Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and people development capabilities.
• Fluent in English (both spoken and written) with excellent executive presentation and stakeholder management skills.
• Must be able to be based in Saraburi and travel regularly to oversee the plant in Samut Prakan.

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