Plant Director - EMS

An exciting opportunity awaits an accomplished Plant Director to take the helm of a leading manufacturing facility (EMS) in Ayutthaya. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on shaping operational excellence, driving profitability, and inspiring teams to achieve world-class standard.

Plant Director - EMS

Salary: Competitive and based on experience

Location: Ayutthaya

Keywords: plant operations, continuous improvement, world class manufacturing, SMT process, strategic expansion, team coaching, quality mindset, electronics industry, semiconductor experience, customer centric

An exciting opportunity awaits an accomplished Plant Director to take the helm of a leading manufacturing facility in Ayutthaya. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on shaping operational excellence, driving profitability, and inspiring teams to achieve world-class standards.

What you'll do:

As Plant Director, you will play an instrumental role in shaping the future direction of this state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve setting strategic policies that underpin productivity gains while ensuring rigorous adherence to quality standard.

By leveraging your expertise in SMT processes and world-class manufacturing principles, you will oversee complex projects from inception to completion—always with an eye toward optimising efficiency and delivering exceptional value to customers.

• Establish clear policies and make informed decisions that shape the productivity, quality, and cost efficiency of the entire plant operation.
• Transform operational processes by embedding a continuous improvement mindset throughout all levels of the organisation, utilising methodologies such as PDCA to drive sustainable change.
• Champion world-class manufacturing practices by leading initiatives that enhance operational excellence and support ongoing professional development within your team.
• Coach, mentor, and develop staff members to build a collaborative environment where knowledge sharing and teamwork are prioritised for collective success.
• Drive profitability by analysing key performance indicators, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing strategies that optimise resource utilisation across departments.
• Oversee the implementation of advanced SMT processes to ensure high-quality output that meets stringent industry standards for electronics and semiconductor products.

What you bring:

The ideal Plant Director brings a wealth of experience from the electronics or semiconductor sectors—particularly those who have honed their skills managing complex SMT processes. Your background should demonstrate not only technical proficiency but also an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement through structured methodologies like PDCA.

• Extensive experience in surface mount technology (SMT) processes within electronics or semiconductor manufacturing environments is essential for success in this role.
• A deep understanding of continuous improvement methodologies such as PDCA is required to drive operational excellence across all plant functions.
• Demonstrated ability to lead large teams with empathy and situational awareness, fostering collaboration and professional growth among staff members.
• Proven track record of implementing world-class manufacturing practices that result in measurable improvements in productivity, quality, and cost efficiency.
• Strong customer-centric mindset with experience driving success in electronic manufacturing services (EMS) businesses through responsive service delivery.
• Comprehensive knowledge of ISO 16949 standards for medical device production ensures strict adherence to regulatory requirements at all times.
• Familiarity with SAP or similar enterprise resource planning systems would be advantageous for streamlining operations and enhancing data-driven decision making

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a beacon of excellence within the global electronics manufacturing landscape. Renowned for its commitment to world-class standards and continuous investment in people development, it offers an inclusive workplace where every voice is valued. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities designed to support work-life balance without compromising on professional ambition.

What's next:

If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge as Plant Director and help shape the future of advanced manufacturing in Ayutthaya, now is the perfect time to make your move!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your next career milestone awaits!

Due to the high volume of applications, our team will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Robert Walters Recruitment (Thailand) Limited
Recruitment License No.: น. 1188 / 2551