Production Manager (Projects)

Overview:
The Production Manager Of Projects is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end equipment setup process, coordinating installation activities, and managing customer requirements from initial setup through DOE (Design of Experiments), sample validation, and mass production support. This role serves as a critical liaison ensuring operational excellence, quality compliance, and timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Execution & Timeline Management:
  Drive adherence to ramp-up schedules by monitoring progress against setup timelines and proactively addressing delays.
• Technical Oversight:
  Manage critical setup issues, optimize process parameters, and ensure smooth commissioning of automation equipment.
• Issue Resolution:
  Track and resolve outstanding technical challenges during commissioning and mass production phases, ensuring minimal impact on production schedules.
• Customer Engagement:
  Respond to customer Acceptance Tests (AT), collect and analyze required data, and provide timely feedback.
• Safety & Compliance:
  Implement and enforce safety protocols for all setup equipment and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Quality Assurance:
  Support customer quality audits and drive corrective actions to maintain high standards of equipment performance.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Lead DOE activities focused on equipment enhancements and process improvements to meet evolving customer needs.
• Vendor Coordination:
  Manage schedules and deliverables with equipment manufacturers for setup, DOE, sample validation, and mass production support.
• Reporting & Documentation:
  Prepare and submit detailed reports on equipment installation, operational performance, and customer-requested data aggregation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven experience in manufacturing and setup of automation or secondary battery equipment.
• Strong understanding of automation equipment processes, mechanisms, and commissioning best practices.
• Background in the equipment industry highly desirable.
• Korean language proficiency preferred for effective communication with stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint (required).

 

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.