PR/117700 | Production Manager (Japanese-speaking N3 or above)

Job Title: Production Manager (Japanese-speaking N3 or above)

Salary: Depends on experience, open to discuss

Location: Samut Prakan, Thailand 

Working time: Monday – Saturday 8:00 – 17:00 (with 2-3 Saturdays worked per month)

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead product planning and development for refrigerant piping and heat exchanger systems, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and industry standards.
• Oversee product lifecycle management from concept to commercialization, including design, prototyping, testing, and production.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, production, quality assurance, and sales to ensure product success.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Manage product cost structures, pricing strategies, and profitability analysis.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in product design and manufacturing efficiency.
• Coordinate with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and quality compliance.
• Prepare and present product performance reports and strategic recommendations to senior management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).

• Minimum 10 years of experience in manufacturing, with at least 5 years in a managerial or product leadership role.

   

• Proven track record in product development, project management, and cross-functional leadership.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in CAD software, ERP systems, and data analysis tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a Japanese manufacturing environment or with Japanese clients.
• Familiarity with ISO standards, lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Multilingual capabilities (Japanese, English, Thai) are a plus.

Welfare:

• Bonus

• Transportation allowance/Shuttle bus

• Accommodation

• Provident fund

• Social Security 

• Perfect attendance

• OT

• Health check-up