Production Manager (Metal, Mechanical)

Salary: Upto 55 Mil
Job Description
· Production Operations & Strategic Planning o Develop annual production budgets, capacity planning, and monthly/weekly production plans for the metal workshop, ensuring capacity aligns with sales orders and the company's overall production rhythm.
o Fully coordinate production activities across metal tube processing and sheet metal processing, with core management of key processes such as cutting, laser cutting, bending, punching, welding, grinding, and powder coating/painting.
o Establish an efficient production command system, monitor end-to-end production progress, resolve major bottlenecks and urgent issues, and ensure 100% on-time order delivery.
· Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement o Act as the Lean manufacturing leader for the metal workshop, systematically planning and implementing Lean tools and methodologies such as value stream mapping, cellular manufacturing, SMED (quick changeover), and TPM.
o Lead continuous improvement projects focused on key KPIs, especially material utilization improvement, OEE enhancement, lead-time reduction, and manufacturing cost reduction.
o Cultivate a Lean culture and continuous improvement mindset within the team; establish a suggestion system to drive technical and managerial innovation.
· Technology, Process & Quality Management o Establish and optimize metal processing standards, work instructions, and quality inspection specifications.
o Possess in-depth knowledge of core technologies such as laser cutting, CNC bending, welding processes, and surface treatment (e.g. powder coating), and provide guidance to resolve complex technical issues.
o Collaborate with the Quality department to build and maintain the workshop's quality management system; drive root cause analysis and permanent corrective actions for major quality issues to ensure products meet customer requirements.
· Cost Control & Supply Chain Collaboration o Take full responsibility for cost budgeting and control of the metal workshop, with a focus on raw material (tubes and sheets) scrap rates, auxiliary material consumption, and energy efficiency.
o Optimize cutting and nesting plans to improve material yield; manage tooling, dies, and consumables life cycles and procurement costs.
o Work closely with Purchasing and Planning departments to ensure stable and reliable supply and quality of raw materials and outsourced components.
· Equipment, Safety & People Management o Develop and execute preventive maintenance and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) plans for key equipment, including laser cutting machines, CNC bending machines, welding equipment, and powder coating lines, ensuring optimal equipment condition.
o Strictly enforce safety regulations, especially for high-risk operations such as welding, lifting, and chemical handling, with the goal of building a "zero-accident" workshop.
o Lead the selection, development, motivation, and performance evaluation of the metal workshop management team and technical backbone, building an efficient, professional, and stable production team.
· Cross-functional Communication & Customer Interface o (Fluent English required) Act as a management representative to communicate fluently in English with overseas departments and personnel for technical clarification, process reviews, and issue resolution.
o Collaborate with Engineering/Product teams on manufacturability evaluations for new product development; work efficiently with Quality, Planning, and Logistics teams to ensure smooth overall operations.
Required qualifications
· Education: Bachelor's degree or above in Mechanical Manufacturing, Metal Materials Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related fields.
Required working experience
· Experience: Minimum 8 years of experience in metal manufacturing, including at least 5 years as a manager or senior supervisor of a metal workshop or similar production unit (sheet metal, welding, metal products).
· Large-scale manufacturing experience: Mandatory full-time management experience in large or medium-sized modern manufacturing enterprises; familiarity with systematic, large-scale production operations.
Required Languages:
· Language: Fluent English communication skills are mandatory (usable as a working language), capable of participating in international meetings, preparing English reports, and collaborating daily with overseas teams.
Required knowledge and skills
· Age: Under 45 years old.
· End-to-end technical expert: Proficient in the complete processing chain for metal tubing and sheet metal, from cutting to surface treatment.
· Lean manufacturing practitioner: Proven experience leading Lean improvement projects with significant financial results.
· Excellent operations leader: Strong strategic planning, data analysis, budget control, and team leadership capabilities.
· Dual focus on quality & cost: Highly sensitive to material utilization and manufacturing costs, with strong control capability.
· Outstanding leadership, decision-making ability, and resilience under pressure.
· Results-oriented with a pursuit of excellence; strong problem-solving and continuous improvement drive.
· Excellent cross-cultural communication and coordination skills.