Operations General Manager / Assistant General Manager

Company Overview

We are a textile manufacturing group with operations spanning yarn spinning, fabric production, dyeing, and garment manufacturing. We are seeking a highly capable Operations General Manager / Assistant General Manager to lead daily factory operations and drive performance excellence.

Role Overview

The Operations General Manager / Assistant General Manager is the overall leader of factory operations, fully responsible for production performance, cost control, quality, people management, and operational discipline. This is a hands-on, site-based leadership role requiring strong execution capability and the ability to manage multiple departments under one unified objective: stable, efficient, and profitable factory operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Factory Operations & Production

• Take full responsibility for daily factory operations and production output

• Ensure production targets, efficiency levels, and delivery schedules are consistently met

• Monitor and improve productivity, machine utilization, and workflow efficiency

• Coordinate with maintenance teams to minimize downtime and operational disruptions

2. Cost Control & Performance Management

• Control key operational costs including labor, utilities, maintenance, and consumables

• Track and analyze operational KPIs such as production output, wastage, efficiency, and downtime

• Implement corrective actions when performance deviates from agreed targets

3. Quality & Process Control

• Ensure consistent product quality in line with company and customer standards

• Strengthen SOPs, quality checks, and process discipline across departments

• Work closely with technical teams and foreign technicians when required

4. People & Department Management

• Lead and manage all factory-based departments, including Production, Maintenance, Warehouse, HR/Admin, and Support Functions

• Build accountability among supervisors and department heads

• Coach, train, and develop mid-level management and key operators

• Enforce discipline, safety standards, and professional working culture

5. Coordination & Reporting

• Prepare regular operational reports for management review

• Coordinate with Head Office functions such as Commercial, Procurement, and Finance

Experience

• Minimum 8–12 years of experience in manufacturing

• Proven experience in a factory leadership role (Operations Manager / Factory Manager / Plant Manager / GM level)

• Strong understanding of textile production processes, machinery, and factory workflows is preferred

Language

• Chinese (Mandarin) speaking is strongly preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong execution and problem-solving skills

• Hands-on leadership style with strong on-site presence

• Ability to manage pressure, manpower challenges, and operational constraints

• Clear decision-making and accountability mindset

Location Requirement

• Must be willing to be fully on-site in Mandalay

• Not suitable for remote or rotation-based candidates