Operations Manager

Henkel (thailand) Ltd. (Si Racha, Chon Buri, Thailand)

Chonburi, Thailand

Henkel operates worldwide with leading innovations, brands and technologies in two business areas: Adhesive Technologies and Consumer Brands. Founded in 1876, Henkel looks back on more than 145 years of success. The company holds leading positions with its two business units in both industrial and consumer businesses thanks to strong brands, innovations and technologies such as Persil, Schwarzkopf and Loctite. Henkel, headquartered in Düsseldorf / Germany, counts among the most internationally aligned German-based companies in the global marketplace. Our company purpose expresses what unites us all at Henkel: Pioneers at heart for the good of generations. We are a diverse team of around 48,000 colleagues worldwide, striving to enrich and improve life every day through our products, services, and solutions. Our Purpose is built from our roots and carries a long-standing legacy of innovation, responsibility, and sustainability into the future. Our shared values and Leadership Commitments guide our decisions and actions every day.

About this position

At Henkel, you can build on a strong legacy and leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses to reimagine and improve life every day. If you love challenging the status quo, join our community of over 47,000 pioneers around the globe. Our teams at Henkel Consumer Brands continuously drive the evolution in dynamic categories: Laundry & Home Care and Hair. With our trusted brands, including Persil and Schwarzkopf, our cutting-edge technologies and our disruptive solutions, you will have countless opportunities to explore new paths and develop your skills. Grow within our future-led businesses, our diverse and vibrant culture and find a place where you simply belong. All to leave your mark for more sustainable growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage all activities related to end to end production (Mixing, Filling & Assembly).
• Responsible and accountable for related KPI’s (e.g.: Safety, Quality, Productivity, Material-loss, OEE in production processes, Conversion-cost, etc.).
• Responsible and accountable for all related cost-centers.
• Drives and implements continuous improvement and cost-saving activities.
• Constantly improves working environment (ergonomics, hygiene, quality, safety).
• Plan the use of human resources. Organize recruitment and placement of required staff. Establish organizational structures.
• Delegate tasks and accountabilities, establish work schedules, supervise staff, Monitor and evaluate performance.
• Liaison with plant manager. Assist in the development of strategic plans for operational activity. Implement and manage operational plans.
• Forecast requirements, prepare investment plan, prepare an annual budget, schedule expenditures, analyze variances, initiating corrective actions which related to production activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by superior.
• Compliance the regulations and standard of the company (e.g., GMP, ISO 50001, ISO45001, ISO22716, etc.).
• Manage all activities related to end to end production, responsible and accountable for related KPI’s.
• Preparation and management of investment plan, budget plan, schedule expenditures.
• Develop strategic plan, implement, and manage operational plans.
• Perform other duties as assigned by superior.

Requirements

• Master’s degree of Engineering or Industrial.
• Min. 10 years’ experience in manufacturing-related environment, ideally in FMCG-industry.
• Good knowledge on continuous improvement tools (KAIZEN, Lean, TPM, etc.).
• Good understanding of manufacturing-related requirements in terms of safety, hygiene, and quality financial understanding (SOI, profitability-analysis, etc.).
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong decision-making skills and a results-driven approach.
• Project management and deep knowledge of production management.
• Understanding of quality standards, safety health regulations.