406 Continuous Improvement Manager jobs in Thailand

Leading societies to a low carbon future, Alstom develops and markets mobility solutions that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Our product portfolio ranges from high-speed trains, metros, monorail, and trams to integrated systems, customised services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility solutions. Joining us means joining a caring, responsible, and innovative company where more than 70,000 people lead the way to greener and smarter mobility, worldwide

Your future roleTake on a new challenge and apply your engineering expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You'll work alongside passionate, motivated and dedicated teammates.

You'll be responsible for industrializing the maintenance at the Depot, in order to secure the production deliverables of the project. Day-to-day, you'll work closely with teams across the business set up industrial process improvement related to industrial efficiency, quality, safety, ergonomics, EHS, continuous improvement and much more.

You'll specifically take care of ensuring Railway Safety and EHS, AZDP standards are respected but also ensure Industrial efficiency monitoring industrial times and performance.

We'll look to you for:

Responsibilities:

Strategy

• Deliver significant improvements and value add to Services platforms and identification of the core opportunities and deployment of Alstom Fleet management system
• Identify internal CAPEX needs.
• Participate in MoB (Make or Buy) analysis to improve the project costs.
• Identify internal training needs. Help developing & implementing training.
• Ensure proper execution of industrial strategy in the operation

Industrialization

• Ensure the consistency of all Industrialization functions for 1 project (Tooling, Industrial data, Industrialization & Methods)
• Manage commitment for industrial documents (i.e. work instructions, task sequences…) for maintenance, Renovation & Modernization.
• Identify the needs in terms of Safety, EHS, special processes, Q alerts, etc. in production operations.
• Manage team in charge of equipment, jigs & tools.
• Give technical support to operations.
• Manage industrial data team for MMIS (SAP industrial data set up, parts, tools, BOM, routings…)

Industrial Standards

• Deploy & ensure compliance with central standards: Lean tools, EHS (i.e. ergonomics), special processes, IT tools.
• Implement Alstom Fleet management system for Industrial function (process and organization)
• Give REX to industrial network (central & depots) to improve standards.

Industrial performance

• KPI: Industrial dashboard consolidation & improvement/

• Productivity, workload optimization, NAV time reduction.

• Method time reduction.
• Avoid over maintenance.
• Alstom Performances System (APSYS) follow up and improvement scoring roasmap.
• Share & implement best practices with industrial network.
• Give REX to platform in order to improve LCC cost.
• Manage action plan to achieve continuous improvement in SQCD

Management

• Animate the industrial teams (Tools management, data management & Project Industrialization) from the projects & operations within their scope
• Develop industrial population skills to fulfill project industrial requirements
• Deliver the industrial QCD budget.
• Provide excellent leadership, direction and effective management of the team's/ project team's resources, ensuring professional standards and best practice act as key drivers within a culture of continuous service improvement.

All About YouWe value passion and attitude over experience. That's why we don't expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we've listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

Educational Requirements

• Graduate engineering background with 5 years' experience in the railway industry or technical background with 8-to-10-year experience in the railway industry
• Ideally experience within an international organization.

Desired Knowledge / Experience

• 10-15 years' experience in relevant roles within the lean manufacturing industry
• Good knowledge of industrialization tools and methods and techniques
• High comfort level and proficiency with Total Quality Management, Safety and Environmental systems, ISO, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma tools and processes
• IT literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Process systems and digital tools as MMIS (ERP), Executions systems, innovations and digital solutions, Integration systems.
• Languages: Country language + English

Behavioral Competencies

• Good leadership.
• Team Player. Spirit of "Team Trust Action"
• Take decisions. Refers decision to others when appropriate
• Logical and organized

Things you'll enjoyJoin us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You'll also:

• Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects
• Utilise our hybrid working environment
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage

You don't need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you'll be proud. If you're up for the challenge, we'd love to hear from you

Alstom is the leading company in the mobility sector, solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrow's mobility. That's why we value inquisitive and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility, making it smarter and more sustainable. Day after day, we are building an agile, inclusive and responsible culture, where a diverse group of people are offered opportunities to learn, grow and advance in their careers, with options across functions and geographic locations. Are you ready to join a truly international community of great people on a challenging journey with a tangible impact and purpose?

Equal opportunity statement:Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.

In a highly automated and quality-driven production environment, the Methods & Continuous Improvement Manager is responsible for maximizing operational efficiency and formalizing best-in-class industrial practices. This role plays a key part in shaping the future of our production capabilities by leading performance initiatives, standardizing work methods, and driving continuous improvement on our luxury packaging manufacturing lines.

· Build and lead a team of approximately 10 people (methods and continuous improvement).

· Develop and enhance in-house production tools and semi-automated machines; implement technical improvements on existing equipment.

· Industrialize new products in close collaboration with R&D, Maintenance, Quality, and Production departments.

· Define, optimize, and standardize production processes across all key operations (cutting, gluing, hot stamping, cover assembly, final assembly).

· Track and drive performance through key indicators (scrap rate, productivity, cycle time).

· Identify losses (downtime, defects, waste), conduct root cause analysis using appropriate tools, and implement robust improvement plans.

· Train teams in industrial methods and Lean tools to embed a performance-oriented culture across the organization.

· Contribute to the digital transformation of operations, including the implementation of our ERP system (real-time dashboards, process automation).

· Act as a technical liaison with machine suppliers to optimize settings and ensure full utilization of equipment capabilities.

· Master's degree in Engineering, Industrial Methods, Automation, or equivalent.

· –10 years of experience in an automated production environment, ideally in luxury packaging or premium manufacturing industries.

· Strong command of Lean tools (Kanban, Kaizen, PDCA, VSM, etc.) and industrial performance indicators.

· Solid technical understanding of automated and semi-automated equipment (paperboard/cardboard processes).

· Strong analytical mindset with proficiency in reporting tools (Excel, Power BI, MES).

· Natural leadership, structured thinking, and ability to train and influence teams in a multicultural environment.

· Fluent in professional English (written and spoken); Thai and/or French is a plus.

· Increase productivity by 10% within 12 months on main production lines.

· Successfully lead machine investment projects exceeding 800,000 THB, with measurable ROI.

· Train 100% of team leaders in Lean methods and industrial standards.

· Reduce scrap and quality defects to achieve a 95% service level.

· Standardize performance routines across all production lines.

Job Description
Job Overview
This role contributes to the SEA OE growth agenda by focusing on Supply Chain network optimization and the deployment of global supply chain priority initiatives to deliver strategic advantage to multiple geographies. Working collaboratively with diverse stakeholder groups, the role will provide global support for the Mars Supply Excellence program & the associated SC Chain digital technology elements – covering the development, deployment, embedding and continuous improvement phases. Active involvement in the Enterprise planning project which transforms Supply chain planning capability and drives seamless integration from Markets all the way to Suppliers. This role will lead the delivery of a step-change in our supply chain capabilities, hence accelerating SEA OE supply chain performance.

Provides Safe Products and a Safe Workplace

• Role model the use and application of the Mars Quality Principle and the Mars Global Quality Standards and ensure regional escalation procedures are followed.
• Role model the application of Mars safety standards (in particular, Supply Chain Safety) protecting our associates and our brands.

Optimizes the Supply Chain

• Develop strong business relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Role Model Customer-Centric behaviors and decision making within OE Supply.
• Actively work with the multiple market units and factory teams to Drive the delivery of the Enterprise Planning and Megaprojects, including gaining global approvals for projects and management of associated global funding & resourcing.
• Identify and share improvement opportunities in the SC network
• Represent the Market & Supply organization at a OE and global level where relevant
• Support the deployment of capabilities across multiple markets and factories, assisting with the deployment of the global project, SC MSE standards, training, digital tools, systems and assessments
• Support the embedding of capability across the OE.
• Lead the business requirements and pain points into the Solution design in order to deliver the most optimized supply chain with internal and external parties
• Partner with Mars Digital Technologies relevant developments and sprints to ensure the necessary digital capabilities are proven and ready to deploy in the OE.
• Provide knowledge transfer to local teams on systems use and provide advice on testing strategies for any changes.
• The role is a key focal point for communication with the Support teams and is responsible for ensuring regular slot testing and knowledge transfers occur within the OE and that the appropriate level of testing occurs for systems changes.
• Contribute to the initial development and continuous improvement of MSE SC functional content, capability standards, training materials, and assessment tools, ensuring quality, rigour and engagement.

Analyses and improves Performance

• Lead the business data analytics requirement and pain points into the data analytics solution in order to develop the reporting and analytics capabilities
• Support Markets with the approval processes for Supply Chain projects
• Support the development of appropriate local and OE solutions in response to the global supply chain transformation initiatives, through analysis and translation of the associated impacts to regional supply chain metrics.
• Utilise external and internal global Supply Chain benchmarking data & knowledge to improve supply chain solutions development and deployment across the region. Share global performance initiatives and information across the OE supply community where relevant.
• Support the management and approval processes for the Markets and the Supply organization for the various global supply chain transformation programs

Qualifications

• Degree in Supply Chain, Commerce, Engineering, Finance, logistics, or related fields
• Minimum 5+ years' experience in Supply chain with Significant experience in Supply chain operations
• Strong in Mars Business understanding
• Track records in leading and engaging Large/Complex/Cross-functional/segment/country project teams
• Strong systems mindset/literacy ie digitally savvy and strong learning agility with process and systems – experience with Mars existing systems landscape would be a very strong advantage
• SAP knowledge (Atlas SCI, SCO preferred,OPM) functional or technical
• Strong logical/analytical/financial capability with Strategic thinking ability
• Lean or alternative recognised Continuous Improvement methodology knowledge
• Strong communication, networking, influencing and interpersonal skills
• Excellent English language skills are critical

Position:APAC Rx Transformation and Continuous Improvement Manager

Location: Lad Krabang/Bangkok, Thailand

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

APAC Transformation;

·    Implement RX Referential in APAC industrial labs of his/her assigned geographica perimeter.

·    Implement E&M Referential in keys edging center.

·    Implement DC referential in warehouse of industrial labs

·    Build long term 3-5 year industrial road map create the vision of lab evolution in term of industrial performance, technology and flow

·    Conduct transformation steering co to improve industrial lab and edging center  maturity

·    Improve the RX referential based on the findings and feedbacks from the labs

·    Drive key strategic project to enhance country competitiveness

APAC Continuous Improvement;

·    Implement LIFE to improve operations efficiency through removing non value added activity. Develop a continuous improvement culture to improve performances and employeeempowerment

·    Develop mid and long term continuous improvement strategies

·    Lead end to end LIFE diagnosis be able to drive the relevant improvement actions.

·    Lead specific workshop (Kaizen) in order to create changes and improvements on the floor.

·    Participate LIFE steering committee, deliver the own improvement action and be able to addressfurther improvement.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPI):

·    RX Referential maturity

·    Edging center maturity

·    LIFE maturity

·    Productivity

·    Lead Time

·    AR EER

QUALIFICATIONS:

·    Master degree in industrial engineering or any related fields.

· years of work experience. Inclusive of experience in the Automotive industry with a CI, lean and project management focus.

·    Lean & CI knowledge

·    RX Referential knowledge

·    Change management skills

·    Has leadership and people management skills

·    Interpersonally savvy

·    Good communication skills

·    Proficient in English (listening, written and spoken).

Location: BTS Chongnonsi | Department: Operations / Transformation | Full-time

We are seeking an Operation Excellence & Transformation Lead to drive efficiency, innovation, and transformation across our organization. The role partners with business stakeholders to analyze current workflows, identify pain points, and implement practical or technology-enabled improvements. The ideal candidate combines creative problem-solving with hands-on experience in process redesign and change management.

• Collaborate with business teams to map, document, and analyze end-to-end processes across functions.
• Identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement using process adjustments, existing technologies, or emerging solutions.
• Recommend and implement practical and innovative improvements, including automation, barcode/RFID, mobility tools, or low-code applications.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to align process improvements with organizational strategy.
• Act as a change agent, facilitating stakeholder buy-in, providing training, and ensuring smooth adoption.
• Define and monitor KPIs to measure impact, track benefits, and embed a continuous improvement culture.
• Maintain business process improvement roadmaps and report progress to senior management.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, or related fields.
• 10+ years of corporate experience with broad exposure across operations, supply chain, finance, and commercial functions.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end business processes with a generalist mindset.
• Proven track record in process improvement, operational excellence, or transformation initiatives.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or other process improvement methodologies.
• Experience identifying and implementing technology solutions (automation, ERP enhancements, scanning devices, low-code tools).
• Consulting experience is a plus.

• Lead high-impact initiatives that transform business operations.
• Work across multiple functions with hands-on influence on efficiency and innovation.
• Be part of a culture that values continuous improvement, creativity, and practical solutions.

Job objective

Ensures the delivery of exceptional guest experiences across every touch point of the Customer journey. This involves working with store team to deliver brand experiences, programmes and standards, share best practices and drive continuous improvement. The roles supports retail teams in identifying priorities for action and improvement opportunities. The Head of sales and operations holds teams accountable and actively follows up to ensure delivery of KPIs and completion of agreed actions and key improvement initiatives between sales and operational excellence

Job descripion

• To develop Channel Excellence guidance including Business As Usual in-store activities and new initiative sale campaigns
• To ensure effectiveness of store operation process that achieve both sale revenue and customer satisfaction target
• To analyse store performance based on Customer Experiences score and keep improving Channel Excellence quality with various tools, such as NPS and CSAT and retail SLA
• To Collaborate with wider team for execution as plan and share feedback to key stakeholders
• To Encourage proper store process in operations and service to enhance retail customer experience

Job qualification

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field
• Minimum experience 5 years in business development, retail management or related field
• Thorough knowledge in retail operations, understand store process and discipline
• Must be creative, imaginative, energetic, and confident
• Well mature with good communication skills and ability to work as an individual and part of a team with a hands on approach
• Possess strong microsoft excel / MacOs proficiency
• Self discipline, reliable and able to work independently

Job objective

Ensures the delivery of exceptional guest experiences across every touch point of the Customer journey. This involves working with store team to deliver brand experiences, programmes and standards, share best practices and drive continuous improvement. The roles supports retail teams in identifying priorities for action and improvement opportunities. The Head of sales and operations holds teams accountable and actively follows up to ensure delivery of KPIs and completion of agreed actions and key improvement initiatives between sales and operational excellence

Job descripion

• To develop Channel Excellence guidance including Business As Usual in-store activities and new initiative sale campaigns
• To ensure effectiveness of store operation process that achieve both sale revenue and customer satisfaction target
• To analyse store performance based on Customer Experiences score and keep improving Channel Excellence quality with various tools, such as NPS and CSAT and retail SLA
• To Collaborate with wider team for execution as plan and share feedback to key stakeholders
• To Encourage proper store process in operations and service to enhance retail customer experience

Job qualification

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field
• Minimum experience 5 years in business development, retail management or related field
• Thorough knowledge in retail operations, understand store process and discipline
• Must be creative, imaginative, energetic, and confident
• Well mature with good communication skills and ability to work as an individual and part of a team with a hands on approach
• Possess strong microsoft excel / MacOs proficiency
• Self discipline, reliable and able to work independently

Job Purpose:

• Drive Operational Excellence throughout the Group's ambient businesses.
• Govern Continuous Improvement programs and processes, aiming at productivity increase and cost savings

Job responsibility:

Continuous improvement and productivity improvement

• Drive and sustain the established governance process for Continuous Improvement and productivity improvement programs, from idea generation to implementation track & trace.
• Track appropriate performance measures (KPI) and conduct related performance benchmarking analytics in Supply Chain and Operations that enables performance improvement and visibility of productivity in all TU ambient manufacturing plants.
• Coordinate operational excellence methods, tools and benchmark reports, utilizing existing SC reporting structure and with support from performance / finance controlling team.
• Support select initiatives with his/her expertise and know-how, and provide an "outside-in" perspective to plant management.

Manufacturing network development and strategic investments

• Drive the Group's agenda of manufacturing network development and manage projects aiming to improve conversion costs and capacity utilization.
• Facilitate, coordinate, and ultimately help drive the COE – Engineering organization to ensure Group Level governance of project management and engineering best practices
• Assist in large CapEx decisions with strategic impact on our manufacturing network, and analyze and evaluate optimal CapEx & resource utilization across all ambient plants

Foster best practice sharing and a culture of continuous learning, and help improving capabilities in Thai Union

• Establish Group-wide Best Practice Repository with complete lessons learned, SOP, Work Instructions, etc., on all ambient processes (end to end).
• Establish a network of C.I. / Lean / TPM /etc. experts across all ambient plants to form a cradle of knowledge, as well as the tip of the spear to drive Change Management.
• Bring to life this repository in the form of e-learning or e-academy or SC-Academy to roll out training program for both SC and non-SC professional.
• Work with IA (internal audit) team to ensure alignment between IA & Operational Excellence to enforce BP and guidelines are in fact respected in all ambient plants.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering, Finance, Logistics or related fields
• Fluent in English (listening, speech & writing)

Experience:

• Minimum 3+ years with Lean / TPM / Continuous Improvement / Focused Improvement, and :
• 10 years experiences in Supply Chain, Operations or related functions in FMCG industry, with project management experience, or:
• Minimum 5+ years of direct experiences in foods manufacturing (human or pet foods are both acceptable), with project management experience, or:
• Minimum 3+ years of direct experiences in seafood manufacturing plus 5+ years of management experience (in any field), with project management experience