Chief Production Engineer - Automotive in Rayong

Job Summary:
The Chief Production Engineer is responsible for coordinating with Global R&D, overseeing the entire production engineering process, ensuring optimal performance, efficiency, and quality in manufacturing operations. This role involves leading a team of engineers and technicians, managing production planning, implementing best practices, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The Chief Production Engineer serves as a strategic link between design, operations, and quality assurance teams to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the engineering team, providing technical guidance and mentorship.
• Develop and implement production processes, methods, and standards to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Collaborate with design and R&D teams in Global to ensure manufacturability of new products and product development.
• Coordinating and work with Project management team.
• Monitor and analyze production metrics to identify areas for improvement and initiate corrective actions.
• Oversee installation, maintenance, and optimization of manufacturing equipment and tools.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Develop budgets, schedules, and resource plans for production engineering projects.
• Troubleshoot complex production issues and implement effective engineering solutions.
• Evaluate new technologies and recommend upgrades to improve productivity and product quality.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or any related field.
• Min. 8 years of experience in Automotive manufacturing, strong Engineering and technical knowledge of new product and product development, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership position.
• Experiences in leading for new project, program management, reading drawing, and knowledge in CMM, PFMEA and IATF 16949
• Design Jig & fixture and others related with NPI & Current product
• NPI Launch & production readiness preparation and management
• Strong understanding of welding manufacturing processes, production equipment, and automation systems.
• Good command of English communication
• Proficient in engineering software (e.g., CAD, CAM, ERP systems).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Interested candidates please send your update resume, current and expected salary with contact details to:

ManpowerGroup Thailand - Eastern Seaboard Branch
44/59 Room no.302 Moo 11, T.Nong-prue, A.Banglamung Chonburi 20150
Contact no. 065-727-3005 / Email: pattaraphon.s @manpower.co.th
Contact person: Pattaraphon Sonsawang - Recruitment Consultant

Manpower recruitment license No.Chobor.03/2554
Ref: BH56267