Production Supervisor

Akzo Nobel Paints (Thailand) Ltd (Chon Buri)

Chonburi, Thailand

AkzoNobel supply the sustainable and innovative paints and coatings that our customers, communities – and the environment – are increasingly relying on. That’s why everything we do starts with People. Planet. Paint. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering paints company that’s committed to science-based targets and is taking genuine action to address globally relevant challenges and protect future generations.

About this position

This role is to lead all production and operational activities, supervising staff, organizing and monitoring work flow, and ensuring company standards of efficiency and quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead all production and operational activities, supervising staff, organizing and monitoring work flow, and ensuring company standards of efficiency and quality.
• Plan and coordinate work schedules, assignments and production processes to meet production goals.
• Manage plant manufacturing assets, driving improvement in costs, quality and productivity.
• Provide leadership for the successful operation & manufacturing.
• Assist Production manager to systemize and control production related activities at the site to meet objectives and budgets with regard to quality, costs and service.
• Contribute to successful product volume reallocations and SQCDP KPIs.
• Co-develop and execute plans related to improving quality, costs, HSE and service in conjunction with the Site Management Team.
• Participate in the definition of investments for production related activities and equipment.
• Work with RD&I to enable New Product Initiatives, of which product responsibility is accepted from RD&I after three successful batches.
• Call-off all required non-product related resources (Site Operation Consumable & Services and real estate including facilities).

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Engineering or related fields.
• New graduated or 1-2 years of experience in related industry experience. (Experience in Chemical plant will be advantaged)
• Knowledge in production management, quality management systems, SAP, Lean, 5S, TPM knowledge will be advantaged.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate employees at all levels.
• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, multitasking, organizational skills, analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interface with all levels of personnel from workers to top management.
• Excellent ability to manage time and resources to meet deadlines.
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Able to work in shift pattern (Day/Night).