Production Director/Production Manager
Job Reference: 21681
Posted Date: 11/06/2026
Salary: 80000000 (VND) - 130000000 (VND)
Industry: Manufacturing - Funiture
Specialization: Manufacturing Engineering/Quality/Production
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Production Director is the highest leadership role of the new plant, responsible for setting up new machine lines (installation, commissioning, and production readiness), leading full operational oversight of manufacturing activities in the site.
This key position is responsible for maintaining and continuously improving quality standards across all production operations, with focus on high-end furniture manufacturing crafted to premium specifications, differentiated by superior materials, precision engineering, weather durability, and consistent batch quality.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
4.1 Production Management
4.2 Overall Quality Management
4.3 Production Workforce Management
4.4 Production Planning & Internal Coordination
4.5 Maintenance & Occupational Safety
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
Technical Knowledge
Leadership & Personal Attributes
Preferred Qualifications
4.1 Production Management
The Production Director is the highest leadership role of the new plant, responsible for setting up new machine lines (installation, commissioning, and production readiness), leading full operational oversight of manufacturing activities in the site.
This key position is responsible for maintaining and continuously improving quality standards across all production operations, with focus on high-end furniture manufacturing crafted to premium specifications, differentiated by superior materials, precision engineering, weather durability, and consistent batch quality.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
4.1 Production Management
- Oversee end-to-end production across Aluminum Frame, Wicker, and Cushion lines
- Manage aluminum fabrication processes including cutting, stamping, bending, welding, grinding, and assembly
- Supervise powder coating operations to ensure premium surface quality and durability
- Ensure welding precision and proper surface pre-treatment for coating adhesion
- Manage HDPE wicker weaving process, ensuring consistency in pattern, density, and color
- Control integration quality between aluminum frames and wicker components
- Standardize weaving jigs to ensure design repeatability and consistency
- Oversee cushion production including cutting, sewing, foam filling, and finishing
- Ensure material quality control for aluminum, HDPE, fabric, and foam inputs
- Maintain strict quality standards across all production stages for export-ready products
4.2 Overall Quality Management
- Establish and maintain end-to-end quality control system from raw materials to final inspection
- Define quality acceptance criteria for each production line aligned with premium standards
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality issues
- Ensure products meet U.S. customer requirements before shipment
- Approve final shipment release
4.3 Production Workforce Management
- Lead production supervisors across Aluminum, Wicker, and Cushion departments
- Build and scale production organization structure from plant start-up through expansion phases
- Develop and deliver technical training programs, especially for welding and weaving skills
- Establish skill matrices and career development pathways
- Maintain 5S, discipline, and continuous improvement culture
- Partner with HR for recruitment, performance evaluation, and retention of key technical talent
4.4 Production Planning & Internal Coordination
- Develop and execute production plans based on export orders to ensure on-time delivery
- Coordinate with Supply Chain to ensure stable material availability (aluminum, HDPE, fabric, foam)
- Collaborate with Product Development for new product introduction and process improvement
- Optimize utilization of powder coating lines across production units
- Prepare and report daily/weekly/monthly production performance to senior management
4.5 Maintenance & Occupational Safety
- Lead maintenance team to ensure stable equipment operation and minimize downtime
- Implement preventive maintenance programs across all production equipment
- Ensure safe operation of specialized systems (coating lines, compressed air, lifting equipment)
- Ensure compliance with occupational safety, fire prevention, and environmental regulations.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Production Management, or related fields
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience at the positions of Product Manager, Plant Manager/Director, or similar roles in the furniture processing and manufacturing industries.
- Proven ability in managing small to mid-scale production with high standards of design precision and quality.
- Experience in export manufacturing environments, especially for the U.S. market is a strong advantage
- Good English communication and working proficiency is highly preferred.
Technical Knowledge
- Strong understanding of lean manufacturing systems (5S, Kaizen, Visual Management)
- Knowledge of powder coating and high-end metal finishing standards.
- Experience in production planning, scheduling, and WIP control.
- Ability to read and understand technical drawings and production documents in English.
- Knowledge of quality management systems (ISO 9001 or equivalent).
Leadership & Personal Attributes
- Proven ability to build production teams from newly established phase, including hiring, training, and retaining skilled technicians.
- Strong quality mindset with clear understanding of premium vs mass-market standards.
- Data-driven decision-making based on shop floor realities.
- Ability to work under export delivery pressure and handle operational issues effectively.
- Strong communication skills across shopfloor workers and senior management.
- Proactive, improvement-driven mindset focused on productivity and process optimization.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in greenfield factory setup, from machine installation to full production operation.
- Experience working in FDI manufacturing companies, particularly in Dong Nai, Binh Duong, or nearby provinces.
- Experience with handwoven products (wicker, rattan, bamboo) or cushion/upholstery manufacturing
- Lean or Six Sigma certification.
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