Plant Director

Rayong Province Permanent THB3,000,000 - THB3,600,000 per year View Job Description
We are supporting a highly specialised international manufacturer in the search for an experienced Plant Director to lead its primary production facility in Thailand. The role will oversee full plant operations and drive operational excellence, continuous improvement, and long-term capability development in line with international standards.
  • End-to-end leadership in a high-precision environment
  • Strategic impact with international exposure

About Our Client

The organisation operates within a precision-engineered components environment, supplying global customers with highly demanding quality and aesthetic requirements.

Job Description

Operational Leadership

  • Take full accountability for plant performance across safety, quality, cost, delivery, and people development
  • Ensure consistent achievement of on-time delivery and zero-defect quality standards
  • Drive manufacturing stability, process capability, and operational discipline
  • Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams including operations, engineering, quality, supply chain, and support functions



Strategy & Planning

  • Develop and execute short-, mid-, and long-term plant strategies
  • Lead capacity planning, footprint optimisation, and resource allocation
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance
  • Identify and implement efficiency improvement initiatives across materials, labour, and productivity



Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

  • Establish a structured approach to cost management and performance monitoring
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives (lean, process optimisation, yield improvements)
  • Implement best-in-class manufacturing systems, automation, and digitalisation where relevant
  • Ensure robust processes for new product introduction and industrialisation readiness



Quality & Compliance

  • Champion a zero-defect culture, especially for cosmetic-critical and precision components
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant quality standards, regulations, and internal systems
  • Promote strong governance in EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) and sustainability practices



Leadership & Team Development

  • Build, coach, and develop a high-performing leadership team
  • Drive a culture of accountability, discipline, and continuous learning
  • Mentor teams to strengthen technical capability and leadership pipeline
  • Manage a multicultural workforce and stakeholders across local and global teams



The Successful Applicant

  • Minimum 15+ years' experience in manufacturing/operations, with at least 5-10 years in senior leadership roles (Plant Manager / Operations Director level)
  • Proven background in precision manufacturing, engineered components, or quality-critical industries (e.g. electronics, automotive etc.)
  • Demonstrated success managing full plant operations (P&L responsibility preferred) in a complex, high-spec production environments
  • Strong knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)
  • Strong hands-on leadership style with high attention to detail
  • Analytical and data-driven decision-maker
  • Ability to operate effectively in a matrix and cross-cultural environment
  • Fluency in both Thai and English is necessary to be successful in this role
  • High levels of drive, ownership, and resilience

What's on Offer

  • Full ownership of a strategically important manufacturing site
  • Opportunity to shape operational performance, culture, and long-term capability
  • Direct influence on business strategy and plant evolution
  • Close collaboration with global leadership teams and demanding international customers
  • Attractive base salary and performance-related bonus
  • Comprehensive benefits package
Contact
Sonia Fernandez
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7047388
Phone number
+66 2 012 5017

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
General Management
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Rayong Province
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sonia Fernandez
Consultant phone
+66 2 012 5017
Job Reference
JN-062026-7047388

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.