RMA Group, headquartered in Bangkok, Thailand, is a multi-sector group with over 9000 employees and an operational presence in 14 countries. For almost 40 years, we have developed enduring partnerships to support the needs of our clients, underpinned by the core values of Innovation, Integrity and Endurance. Through its various businesses including RMA Automotive, Global Fleet Sales, Comin Asia and Express Food Group (EFG), RMA Group has established itself as the partner of choice for leading automotive, equipment, engineering services, and food brands in Southeast Asia and beyond.

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Responsibilities:

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.

• Drive process optimization initiatives to improve productivity, capacity utilization, yield, and operational efficiency.

• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for manufacturing processes and provide technical guidance to engineering and production teams.

• Lead manufacturing process planning and readiness activities for new products and model changes.

• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Product Engineering, and OEM stakeholders to achieve business objectives.

• Mentor and provide technical guidance to Process Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, and production personnel.

• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements.

• Drive quality- focused initiatives to ensure products and processes meet customer expectations.

Knowledge responsibilities:

• Subject Matter Expertise of automotive assembly processes, tools, and technologies.

• Knowledge of vehicle systems and components

• Evaluate and implement automation opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and quality.

• Collaborate with maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.

• Experience with change control systems and workflows.

• Ability to maintain and update Bills of Materials (BOM) accurately.

• Review and approve manufacturing process documentation including SOPs, Work Instructions, PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams, and engineering standards.

• Ability to coordinate across multiple assembly plants and departments.

• Experience in stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration.

• Ensure compliance with customer requirements, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Familiarity with digital tools for project tracking (e.g., Excel, SAP, PLM systems).

• Ability to generate reports and dashboards for change status and impact.

• Proficiency in engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD, CATIA, SolidWorks).

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and PLM tools.

• Basic understanding of data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI, etc.).

Functional responsibilities

• Process Strategy & Optimization

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.

• Drive process optimization initiatives to improve productivity, capacity utilization, yield, and operational efficiency.

• Define process standards and best practices across manufacturing operations.

• Identify and implement innovative solutions to enhance manufacturing competitiveness.

• Technical Leadership & Problem Solving

• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for manufacturing processes and provide technical guidance to engineering and production teams.

• Support escalation management and ensure timely resolution of critical Launch/production challenges.

• Apply data-driven methodologies to improve process stability and performance.

• New Product Introduction (NPI) & Industrialization

• Lead manufacturing process planning and readiness activities for new products and model changes.

• Develop process flows, line layouts, capacity plans, and manufacturing requirements for product launches.

• Coordinate pilot builds, trial runs, and production ramp-up activities.

• Ensure smooth transition from development phase to mass production.

• Cross-Functional Leadership

• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Product Engineering, and OEM stakeholders to achieve business objectives.

• Facilitate communication and decision-making between departments to ensure project success.

• Support regional and global engineering alignment where required.

• Process Performance & Data Analytics

• Establish, monitor, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) including OEE, FPY, cycle time, downtime, scrap rate, and productivity metrics.

• Utilize statistical analysis and process control tools to identify trends and improvement opportunities.

• Prepare and present technical reports, business cases, and performance reviews to management.

• Documentation, Standards & Compliance

• Review and approve manufacturing process documentation including SOPs, Work Instructions, PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams, and engineering standards.

• Ensure compliance with customer requirements, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Maintain process change management records and ensure traceability of all process modifications.

• Manufacturing Equipment & Automation

• Lead equipment selection, procurement support, installation, qualification, and commissioning activities.

• Evaluate and implement automation opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and quality.

• Support long-term manufacturing capacity and technology planning.

• Continuous Improvement & Cost Reduction

• Lead Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and Operational Excellence initiatives.

• Develop and execute cost reduction projects through waste elimination, process simplification, and resource optimization.

• Identify opportunities to improve labor productivity, material utilization, and equipment effectiveness.

• Team Development & Coaching

• Mentor and provide technical guidance to Process Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, and production personnel.

• Support competency development and knowledge sharing within the engineering team.

• Promote a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and accountability.

• Lead by example in technical excellence and professional conduct.

• Safety, Quality & Professional Conduct

• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements.

• Drive quality-focused initiatives to ensure products and processes meet customer expectations.

• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and effective communication in all interactions.

• Foster collaboration, teamwork, and positive employee engagement across the organization

Financial

Responsibilities

• Developing Program Budgets: Program managers collaborate with project managers and other stakeholders to create comprehensive budgets that align with the program's goals and organizational objectives.

• Budget Monitoring and Control: They track program expenditures against the budget, identify variances, and take corrective actions to stay within budget constraints.

Internal/ External Interactions

Internal:

• Internally with KD team members, ADC, RMAAC, KNT, CML TEAM for understanding/implementing the program, facility, layout preparations, tooling development, training etc.

External:

• OEM partners, Suppliers for development of tooling and commissioning exercise

• Overseas plants for implementing the change in process, facility, layout preparations, tooling development, training etc.

Background and experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering Automotive/Mechanical.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

• Good interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

• Experience or internship in a manufacturing or engineering environment is a plus.

RMA Group is an equal opportunity employer, with a diverse group of colleagues globally representing different cultures, backgrounds, and beliefs. Our values of Innovation, Integrity and Endurance are embedded in what we do, and we welcome applicants who are committed to respecting diversity of thought, and in living our values on a day-to-day basis.