Production Director (Furniture)

What you'll do:

As Production Director – Furniture Manufacturing in Ho Chi Minh City, you will play a pivotal role in guiding the factory’s daily operations towards achieving excellence in every aspect. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve collaborating with department heads to ensure smooth workflow across Carcass, Assembly, Upholstery, Finishing, and Packing. You will be responsible for developing strategic production plans that not only meet deadlines but also uphold the highest standards of product quality. By optimising capacity through effective line balancing and workforce management, you will help create an environment where every team member feels supported and valued. Your commitment to Lean Manufacturing principles will drive continuous improvement initiatives that benefit both productivity and employee satisfaction. Managing budgets efficiently while monitoring KPIs ensures that operational goals are met without sacrificing quality or safety. Through your nurturing approach to people development and training opportunities, you will build a knowledgeable network of professionals who contribute positively to the company’s communal success.

• Oversee all aspects of production operations within the factory, including Carcass, Assembly, Upholstery, Finishing, and Packing departments, ensuring each area works together harmoniously to achieve organisational goals.
• Develop comprehensive production plans that align with business objectives and guarantee on-time delivery of high-quality products to clients worldwide.
• Optimise production capacity by implementing effective line balancing strategies and maximising workforce utilisation through considerate scheduling and resource allocation.
• Promote a culture of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and Continuous Improvement throughout the factory by sharing best practices and encouraging collaborative problem-solving among teams.
• Manage the production budget responsibly by identifying areas for cost reduction without compromising product quality or employee wellbeing.
• Enhance operational efficiency by introducing innovative processes that foster teamwork and communal achievement across all levels of the organisation.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to productivity, quality management, occupational health & safety, and delivery timelines to ensure targets are consistently met.
• Support people development initiatives by providing training opportunities for staff members at all levels and nurturing a dependable network of skilled professionals.
• Work closely with other departments such as Supply Chain Management and Industrial Engineering to ensure seamless integration of processes and shared responsibility for outcomes.
• Champion workplace safety by implementing robust occupational health & safety protocols that protect employees while maintaining a pleasant work environment.

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Wood Processing Technology, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Management or a related field is required for this role.
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in manufacturing environments is essential; experience within the export furniture industry is highly desirable.
• At least 5 years’ proven track record managing factory or production operations with more than 500 employees demonstrates your ability to handle large-scale teams effectively.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Lean Manufacturing methodologies such as Kaizen, 5S practices, industrial engineering concepts, quality management systems (QMS), ERP/MRP software solutions, KPI management frameworks, and production cost control techniques is vital.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills enable you to foster collaboration among diverse teams while promoting an inclusive culture focused on shared achievement.
• Strong understanding of occupational health & safety regulations ensures you can implement policies that protect employees while supporting operational goals.
• Experience in budget management allows you to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising product integrity or employee welfare.
• Ability to develop training programmes that nurture talent at all levels contributes significantly to people development initiatives within the organisation.
• Excellent communication skills facilitate clear information sharing between departments such as supply chain management and industrial engineering for seamless process integration.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement empowers you to lead change initiatives that enhance productivity while maintaining a pleasant work environment.

Please contact Khoa Cao / khoa.cao@robertwalters.com.vn / +84 963 730 947