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<Director Level> Plant Operations Leader

Kaohsiung Permanent NTD4,500,000 - NTD5,500,000 per year View Job Description
Seeking a dedicated Plant Operations Leader (Sr. Manager or Director) to drive operational excellence, oversee manufacturing processes, and ensure product quality. The right candidate will have experience in engineering & manufacturing, adept at problem-solving and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Worldwide Industry Leader in Advanced Materials.
  • Strategic Global Expansion and Investment in Taiwan.

About Our Client

Our client is a globally recognized leader in advanced materials and solutions, serving the semiconductor and high-tech industries.

Job Description

  • Lead the execution of operational strategies to ensure long-term capacity optimization and world-class manufacturing performance.
  • Foster a strong safety culture by driving accountability and compliance with all legal, environmental, and safety regulations across plant operations.
  • Build and lead a high-performing operations leadership team; attract, retain, and develop core manufacturing talent to achieve year-over-year improvements in safety, quality, throughput, lead time, on-time delivery, yield, and gross margin.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally-both locally and globally-to optimize product performance, ensure reliable customer supply, and deliver strong financial outcomes.
  • Oversee new product introductions and production ramps, ensuring advanced manufacturing systems and automated process controls deliver statistically capable and reliable results.
  • Champion a culture of continuous improvement through Lean, Six Sigma, and SPC methodologies to drive operational excellence.
  • Serve as the senior site leader, engaging regularly with cross-functional teams in Taiwan and globally to align strategies, share updates, and maintain a cohesive operational vision.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering required; advanced degree in Operations Management or related field strongly preferred.
  • Over 15 years of progressive experience in manufacturing or operations leadership, ideally within a global setting; international exposure is a strong advantage.
  • Proven operational leadership in large-scale semiconductor equipment, components, specialty chemicals, or complex manufacturing environments.
  • Hands-on experience in both continuous and discrete manufacturing processes across high-mix/low-volume and high-volume/low-mix product lines, including new product introductions and ramps.
  • Collaborative and cross-functional leader who actively seeks input beyond their own function and considers global/regional implications in decision-making.
  • Demonstrated success leading within a matrixed organization, navigating complexity with influence and agility.
  • Strategic and innovative problem solver who promotes calculated risk-taking and leads with resilience and humility; Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus.
  • Strong customer orientation with a hands-on approach to resolving customer issues and guiding teams toward effective solutions.
  • Proven track record in talent development and succession planning, with a strong focus on building organizational capability.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences across all organizational levels.
  • Experienced in managing capital projects and leading capacity expansion initiatives.
  • Willing and able to travel internationally as required.
  • Knowledge of the semiconductor or advanced manufacturing industries is highly desirable.

What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • The chance to drive continuous improvement in a large organization
  • A supportive company culture that values employee development



If you are a forward-thinking leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply today for the chance to make a real impact as an Operations Leader.

Contact
Eddie Chien
Quote job ref
JN-052025-6737760
Phone number
+886 2 8729 8260

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
Production, Manufacturing
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Kaohsiung
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Eddie Chien
Consultant phone
+886 2 8729 8260
Job Reference
JN-052025-6737760

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

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