SMT Factory Manager (ENG OR JP)- 26432

- Lead and oversee day‑to‑day operations of SMT production lines, PCB/PCBA assembly, inspection, functional testing, and final packaging.
- Manage production planning to meet capacity, lead time, and cost targets while maintaining high quality and efficiency.
- Ensure SMT processes (solder paste, pick‑and‑place, reflow) operate under defined parameters and process controls.
- Monitor and enforce quality standards, including defect tracking, root cause analysis, FAI, and corrective actions.
- Collaborate with quality assurance to maintain ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certification standards
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., Kaizen, Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma) to reduce cycle time, scrap, and downtime.
- Manage health, safety, and environmental compliance in the factory.
- Supervise and develop production supervisors, line leads, and operators.
- Coordinate with supply chain and procurement to ensure timely material availability (components, PCB, SMT supplies).
- Liaise with engineering teams for capacity expansion, new product introduction (NPI), and process validation.
- Maintain production KPIs, performance dashboards, and regular reporting to senior management.
- Drive cost optimization through waste reduction, labor productivity, and efficiencies across processes.
- other related task

- More than 5 years experience in SMT (Surface Mount Technology)
- Proven experience managing SMT (Surface Mount Technology) production lines and PCB/PCBA assembly operations.
- Strong knowledge of SMT processes, including solder paste printing, pick-and-place, and reflow soldering.
- Experience in production planning and scheduling to meet delivery deadlines and cost targets.
- More than 3 years management experience
- English: Upper-intermediate level OR Japanese: (N2 Intermediate level)