Production Manager (Yangon)

About the role

A Production Manager position based in Yangon is open, responsible for planning, organizing and managing daily, weekly and monthly production activities to meet production targets. The role oversees manufacturing processes and coordinates with other departments to keep production running smoothly.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, organize and manage daily, weekly and monthly production activities to achieve production targets.
• Oversee manufacturing processes, including mixing, blending, filling, packing and finished goods handling.
• Ensure operations comply with approved formulas, SOPs, GMP and quality standards.
• Monitor production efficiency, machine performance, manpower utilization and material consumption.
• Control production costs, minimize wastage, reduce machine downtime and improve productivity.
• Coordinate with QA/QC, Maintenance, Warehouse and Procurement departments.
• Manage production manpower, shift schedules, employee performance and staff development.
• Identify production problems, carry out root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure workplace safety, hygiene and compliance with manufacturing regulations.
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly production reports and monitor production KPIs.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Food Science & Technology, Industrial Chemistry or a related field.
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in manufacturing or production operations.
• At least 2-3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Experience in FMCG, Home Care, Personal Care, Detergent or Food & Beverage manufacturing is preferred.
• Proven experience in production planning, manpower management, cost control and process improvement.

Required skills

• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, SOPs, quality control and workplace safety.
• Understanding of OEE, production yield, wastage control and cost reduction.
• Knowledge of machine operation, preventive maintenance and production efficiency.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and production reporting.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, decision-making and team management skills.