Operation Manager

Department: Operation Division

Reports to: General Manager / Managing Director

Location: Thuan Thanh III Industrial Park Bac Ninh

Supervises: Production Quality Manufacturing Engineering Test Facility Project Management Teams

Direct Reports: Deputy Plant Manager

Salary package:

• For Vietnamese candidates: approximately USD 5000 (Gross).
• For Chinese candidates: RMB 40000 (Gross VND 148 million) plus allowance of RMB 330/day. Company-provided transportation and housing are included.

CNKs client in the production of high-speed cable products particularly serving the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI). With many years of experience in cable manufacturing they are proud to be a strategic partner of numerous renowned global brands. Their factory in Vietnam currently employs up to 2000 staff members with a dynamic and experienced workforce committed to delivering high-quality products. They are looking for talents to join their to meet our expanding business plan:

1. Job Purpose

To lead and oversee all operational functions including Production Quality Manufacturing Engineering Facility Test and Project Management ensuring smooth and efficient factory operations that meet customer requirements cost targets delivery performance and quality standards.

The Operation Manager is responsible for driving operational excellence cross-departmental collaboration and continuous improvement to support the companys long-term growth.

2. Key Responsibilities

2.1. Operations Leadership

Lead daily operations across all departments to achieve targets for Safety Quality Delivery Cost and People (SQDCP).

Develop implement and monitor annual operational plans ensuring alignment with company objectives.

Ensure production schedules capacity and manpower planning are optimized for

efficiency and flexibility.

Maintain strong coordination among Production Quality Engineering and Project teams to ensure flawless execution.

2.2. Quality & Continuous Improvement

Drive zero-defect mindset and enforce quality control across all manufacturing stages.

Collaborate with Quality and Engineering teams to ensure compliance with ISO/IATF standards and customer requirements.

Lead continuous improvement projects using Lean Six Sigma Kaizen 5S TPM and OEE optimization methodologies.

Support problem-solving activities (8D Root Cause Analysis CAPA) and ensure effective implementation of corrective actions.

2.3. Engineering & Technical Management

Oversee Manufacturing Engineering and Test Engineering teams to ensure process stability test capability and equipment readiness.

Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and mass production ramp-up ensuring

readiness of process tooling and testing systems.

Review and approve engineering changes (ECR/ECO) and new technology integration.

Ensure factory capacity and technical infrastructure support business growth.

2.4. Facility & Maintenance

Supervise Facility team to ensure safe efficient and reliable factory utilities (power HVAC compressed air ESD etc.).

Ensure compliance with environmental safety and energy-saving regulations.

Drive facility expansion or optimization projects when required.

2.5. Project Management

Monitor cross-functional project performance and ensure on-time delivery of key

milestones (NPI customer projects automation initiatives).

Manage resource allocation risk assessment and coordination between teams.

Report project status and escalation to top management and customers when required.

2.6. Budget & Cost Control

Prepare and manage departmental budgets (OPEX CAPEX).

Monitor production cost material usage and efficiency improvement.

Drive cost-reduction programs through process optimization and yield improvement.

2.7. Leadership & People Development

Lead a large and diverse team withemployees (depending on factory size).

Build a high-performance culture through motivation recognition and training.

Identify and develop future leaders through structured career path planning.

Promote a culture of discipline teamwork and continuous improvement.

2.8. Communication & Reporting

Communicate effectively in Vietnamese English and Chinese with local teams global management and overseas customers.

Provide regular operational reports (KPIs risks improvement actions) to top

management.

Represent the Operations function in customer visits audits and reviews.

3. Job Requirements

Education:

Bachelors or Masters degree in Industrial Engineering Manufacturing Electronics or Business Administration.

Experience:

Minimum 10 years of experience in the electronics manufacturing industry with 5 years in a managerial role overseeing multi-functional teams.

Strong background in mass production management high-mix low-volume (HMLV) or high-frequency connector/cable manufacturing is preferred.

Proven experience managing a large-scale plant with 500 employees.

Skills:

Deep understanding of production systems quality management process

engineering and project execution.

Excellent leadership and decision-making skills with the ability to manage crossfunctional teams.

Strong communication and negotiation skills across all levels.

Analytical mindset with capability to manage complex problems.

Proficient in English and Chinese (Mandarin) for daily communication and reporting.

Familiar with ERP/MES systems and advanced Excel/Power BI reporting.

Certifications (Preferred):

Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt

PMP or equivalent project management certification

ISO/IATF internal auditor qualification

4. Personality & Leadership Traits

Visionary and strategic thinker with hands-on operational discipline.

Strong leadership presence with empathy integrity and result orientation.

Able to thrive in fast-paced multicultural environments.

High resilience and adaptability to change.