Production Manager

About the role

The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing end-to-end production functions, ensuring efficient logistics, accurate demand planning, excellent quality and safety management, and seamless project execution. This role leads a team and works closely with internal stakeholders, external partners, and contractors to deliver operational efficiency, high-quality production and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Set clear performance goals, KPIs, and expectations for team members
• Monitor team performance and provide regular coaching, feedback and development plans
• Ensure proper manpower planning and task allocation
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and operational best practices within the team
• Analyze existing processes, identify gaps, and develop process optimization strategies
• Lead and execute Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives that deliver tangible operational and financial outcomes
• Establish and implement a structured CI framework across the organization
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to improve productivity and efficiency
• Lead CI projects end-to-end, including training, coaching, and mentoring teams
• Monitor and report performance metrics to track progress and impact

About you

• Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain or related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in production management, manpower planning (Manufacturing industry experience is a must)
• Experience in setting up new lines/machines in production environment
• Proven track record of team management, with the ability to inspire and motivate team members to achieve goals
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Able to communicate in English and Chinese