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Location: Ho Chi Minh Keywords: Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Leadership, Operations, Regulatory Compliance Our client is seeking a highly experienced and dedicated Factory Director to lead their manufacturing site in Ho Chi Minh City area. The ideal candidate can come from the garment & apparel/ footwear/ bag manufacturing industry.
This role offers the opportunity to oversee all aspects of the site, including production, quality assurance, maintenance, safety, and logistics. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing robust quality management practices, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and providing strong leadership to teams involved in both manufacturing operations and administrative processes. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with a strategic mindset and a focus on results to contribute to a company that values continuous learning and development.
* Lead and manage all aspects of a manufacturing site
* Implement robust quality management practices
* Provide strong leadership to diverse teams
What you'll do:
As the Factory Director, you will play a pivotal role in leading the manufacturing site in Ho Chi Minh City. Your primary responsibility will be overseeing all aspects of the site's operations - from production to logistics. You will set up internal policies regarding materials, processes, and quality control while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Your leadership skills will be crucial in managing diverse teams across both manufacturing operations and administrative processes. You will also be responsible for establishing relationships with suppliers and contractors to ensure timely delivery of materials and services. Additionally, you will prepare regular reports for senior management on site performance.
* Manage all aspects of the manufacturing site, including production, quality assurance, maintenance, safety, and logistics.
* Set up factory internal policy: material, process, quality control.
* Implement robust quality management practices to uphold product standards.
* Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and company policies related to medical devices, quality assurance, and environmental management.
* Establish and improve operational procedures and work processes.
* Lead production management activities, optimizing processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
* Manage relationships with suppliers, contractors, and other external partners to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
* Prepare regular reports and updates for senior management, highlighting site performance, achievements, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
What you bring:
The ideal candidate for the Factory Director position brings a wealth of experience in textile, garment & apparel or similar manufacturing industry. With at least 10 years in the industry under your belt - five of which were spent in a leadership role - you have developed strong knowledge of processing operations, quality management systems, and regulatory requirements. Your proven leadership skills enable you to manage teams effectively while your excellent problem-solving abilities help you navigate any challenges that come your way. Your strong communication and interpersonal skills make you an effective collaborator with both internal and external stakeholders.
* Minimum of 10 years of experience in textile, garment & apparel, bags or footwear manufacturing
* At least 5 years of experience in a leadership role
* Strong knowledge of processing operations, quality management systems, and regulatory requirements
* Proven leadership and team management skills
* Excellent problem-solving abilities
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Experience in implementing lean manufacturing principles
* Good command of written and spoken English
What sets this company apart:
Our client offers a modern, supportive work environment where employees are encouraged to grow and develop professionally. They offer attractive compensation packages with additional benefits, and they are committed to providing good opportunities for professional development and further training. The company prides itself on its flat hierarchies, which foster a pleasant working atmosphere.
What's next:
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About the job
Contract Type: FULL_TIME
Specialism: Engineering & Manufacturing
Focus: Operation Management
Industry: Medical Devices
Salary: Negotiable
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Senior Management
Location: Ho Chi Minh City
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: E8MOV0-B8D6F4A0
Date posted: 13 March 2025
Consultant: Trang Nguyen
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