Consultant/Senior Consultant

Manufacturing Operations & Industrialization

• Support manufacturing operations and industrialization activities to achieve client program targets.
  
• Lead series production, SOP, and ramp-up activities, monitoring OEE, scrap reduction, productivity, and machine improvements.
  
• Ensure process alignment and continuous improvement, independently running tests and analyzing data for optimization.
  
• Analyze process sequences on alignment machines and implement improvements.
  
• Ensure quality compliance by regularly reviewing production processes and identifying areas for improvement.
  
• Conduct risk assessments related to material handling, equipment utilization, and production processes.
  
• Organize and review VSM, capacity planning, layouts, and machine/equipment requirements for high-volume production environments.
  
• Lead material handling and logistics optimization, eliminating Non-Value-Added (NVA) operations and improving efficiency.
  

Process Simulation & Factory Optimization

• Develop factory layouts, material flows, and resource utilization models using Vistable, Tecnomatix, or other production simulation tools.
  
• Conduct discrete event simulations (DES) to optimize production workflows and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
  
• Analyze and optimize production sequences, cycle times (C/T), and process automation strategies.
  
• Calculate warehousing, de-coupling buffers, and in-plant logistics to streamline material flow.
  
• Support clients in designing and optimizing factories, particularly in automotive parts and electronics manufacturing.
  

Project Management & Consulting

• Manage and consult on projects in the automotive, electronics, and manufacturing industries, applying project management methodologies.
  
• Define project scope, structure, and timeline, working closely with senior consultants and client teams.
  
• Conduct cross-functional operations meetings to review yield, utilization, and productivity, ensuring alignment with business goals.
  

Digitalization & Industry 4.0 Initiatives

• Support clients in smart manufacturing transformations, integrating IoT, AI, and automation into production processes.
  
• Implement data-driven process optimization strategies to enhance manufacturing agility and responsiveness.
  
• Optimize workflows using digital factory models and production simulation tools.
  

Continuous Improvement & Risk Management

• Develop and implement strategies to reduce yield losses, improve productivity, and optimize resource allocation.
  
• Monitor and analyze customer demand, ensuring smooth production and supply chain execution.
  
• Interface with maintenance teams for spare part management and machine reliability improvements.
  
• Lead response to quality issues, developing corrective action plans to maintain high production standards.
  

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work closely with engineering, supply chain, production, and IT teams to implement efficiency improvements.
  
• Act as a liaison between local production teams and global client leadership to align industrial engineering initiatives.
  
• Provide support for other consulting projects as needed.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Industrial Engineering, Production/Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
  
• At least 3 years of experience in automotive or electronic manufacturing and/or industrialization.
  
• Strong experience in Lean Manufacturing, new product launch, manufacturing ramp-up & scaling, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and manufacturing system analysis.
  
• Expertise in Design of Experiments (DOE), Process Optimization
  
• Hands-on experience with Vistable, Tecnomatix, Plant Simulation, or similar production simulation software.
  
• Strong knowledge of factory layout design, value stream mapping (VSM), and capacity planning.
  
• Experience with Optics, PCBA, and clean-room manufacturing is a plus.
  
• Excellent English and Thai communication skills, both written and spoken.
  
• Self-driven, well-organized, and open-minded to new ideas and feedback.
  
• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
  
• Located in Thailand with legal work authorization and willing to work on-site and in upcountry locations as needed.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher).
  
• Background in automotive or electronics manufacturing.
  
• Experience in factory automation and simulation
  
• Knowledge of PLM (Product Lifecycle Management), ERP, and MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems).

Benefits

• Competitive salary, bonus & allowance.
  
• Competitive working conditions with opportunities for international exposure.
  
• Flexible working schedule to support work-life balance.
  
• Events and team-building activities to foster a collaborative work culture.
  
• Networking and knowledge-sharing opportunities with industry experts.
  
• Personal and professional career development through training and mentorship programs.
  
• Friendly team of helpful colleagues, fostering a supportive and growth-oriented environment.
  
• A great company culture in a Thai-German work environment.
  
• Work on innovative projects with prestigious international customers.