Position: Technical Finishing Manager

Salary Range: USD 2000 gross

Location: Binh Duong

Report to: Indian Technical Finishing Director

Manage: 10 engineers

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Timely Support to Production and Other Departments (70%)

• Review WW of PP and SP, assign technicians, check completed PP and SP, approve system sheets, and issue them to production.
• Ensure PP preparation aligns with customer expectations, ME drawings, and quality standards; verify PP checklists.
• Confirm that all system sheets are approved by Sherwin R&D and the application team before mass production.
• Perform Gemba walks on production lines and develop action plans for improvement.
• Approve FOP, verify FOP checklists, and confirm system sheets in production.
• Maintain the PP library and create update/refresh plans.
• Assist with the preparation of testing panels and update panel refresh information.
• Troubleshoot issues online, record root causes and solutions, and provide training.
• Create ECR for CAP when necessary.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives, such as enhancing color consistency, reducing finishing costs, optimizing chemical usage, and streamlining processes and color range.
• Lead cost-saving projects, including testing and trials.
• Ensure timely and effective communication with other departments.
• Maintain visual management systems.
• Participate in daily catch-up meetings, as well as production and project meetings when required.

2. Managing the Technical Finishing Team (30%)

• Promote efficiency and continuous improvement within the team.
• Provide comprehensive training for all technicians.
• Set and implement clear, straightforward action plans for various teams.
• Monitor and assess team performance and efficiency daily.
• Ensure timely service delivery to other departments by delegating tasks appropriately.
• Make sure supervisors, team leaders, and technicians understand their RACI.
• Define simple, measurable KPIs aligned with company goals.
• Conduct performance appraisals for team members.
• Motivate the team and retain talent.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduated from College/University majoring in Polymer Chemistry
• 8 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment, including 5- 6 years in an equivalent position in wooden furniture manufacturing or other related industries
• English proficiency: Good
• Proficient in basic computer hardware and software skills
• Solid knowledge of various finishing techniques such as NC, MPU, PU, UV, etc.
• Strong capability in color assessment

Working Conditions:

- Working hours: Monday to Friday (8:00 AM 4:30 PM) + 2 Saturday per month (8: 00 AM- 4:00 PM)

- Shuttle bus from Hang Xanh, 12 Dis., Thu Duc, Bien Hoa, Binh Duong to factory

- Social Insurance on full salary, Health Insurance for Manager level

- 14 days of per year