This role requires the candidate to work in Hanoi, Vietnam.
Client Overview
The company is a high-tech manufacturer specializing in high-strength industrial geosynthetics and protective materials. Its production ecosystem focuses on high-tenacity polyester geogrids, mining safety materials, and industrial protection products, which are critical for infrastructure, mining safety, and healthcare-adjacent protection sectors globally.
As a market leader with a presence across Asia, Europe, and North America, the company is currently expanding its manufacturing footprint in Vietnam. The Vietnam plant serves as a strategic regional hub, utilizing advanced warp knitting technology from world-class machinery providers. This expansion is part of the company's Global Growth Initiative, aimed at bringing cutting-edge industrial protection technology closer to international markets while maintaining strict adherence to global safety and quality regulations.
Job Role
To support this growth, our client is seeking technical experts who have direct experience with high-end German and industrial textile machinery to lead the factory operations team in Vietnam. The Production Manager is responsible for the end-to-end execution of the manufacturing process for the industrial protection line. This role requires a leader who understands the technical nuances of Warp Knitting technology and can ensure high-volume output without compromising material integrity.
Key Responsibilities
- Production Execution: Lead daily operations for the industrial protection lines, ensuring all output meets global safety and technical specifications.
- Process Optimization: Fine-tune machinery settings to achieve peak production volume with minimal material waste.
- Talent Development: Recruit and train local Vietnamese operators, establishing a culture of Quality First and precision in technical textile manufacturing.
- Standard Operating Procedures: Develop and enforce SOPs to ensure consistent product integrity for the B2B global market.
Candidate Requirements
- Education: Bachelor's or Associate Degree in Textile Engineering or Industrial Engineering.
- Experience: 3–5 years of management experience in an established plant, within Production Management roles, specifically in the industrial textile or geosynthetics sector.
- Technical Expertise: Direct experience working with, or purchasing from, high-end industrial textile machinery manufacturers and after-sales providers.
- Language: Professional fluency in English and Mandarin (capable of handling international reports and understanding technical terms).
- Mobility: Willingness to reside in Vietnam long-term to support the ongoing growth of the regional headquarters.
Job Code: #605 
