Manager, Automation Development

Imagine being responsible for designing and building automation machines with the primary goal of reducing costs and increasing productivity for the world’s largest jewellery brand. If you love to design automation machines with your superb engineering skills, then you might be our next Manager for Automation and Machine Development at Pandora Crafting & Supply.

We love that you will…

• Manage, supervise, review, and approve the master plan for Automation Development to align with Product Development, Innovation, Plant PEX, Local Facilities, Quality Manufacturing, and Production.
• Co-create and collect access to resources for automation technical solutions and innovative solutions with Product Development, Innovation, Plant PEX, Local Facilities, Quality Manufacturing, and Production.
• Deploy strategic direction by creating key milestone activities for Automation Development and Alternative Development.
• Search for new technology automation technical/alternative technical to integrate into the development process.
• Provide annual budget planning (OPEX/CAPEX) and control Fixed Assets for Automation Development and Alternatives Development to ensure effective budget execution.
• Define and improve effective internal workflow processes of automation development/alternatives development.
• Co-define and improve stakeholder workflow processes of automation development/alternatives development with Product Development, Innovation, Plant PEX, Production, Alternative Operation, Local Facilities, and Manufacturing Quality.
• Co-define and improve effective external supplier workflow processes of Automation Development/Alternatives Development with Suppliers, Manufacturers, and Procurement.
• Provide and assess criteria for automation/alternative technical aspects in the supplier selection phase for the Procurement process.

We love that you are…

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the manufacturing business.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Automation Development.
• Experienced in solutions for Automation machines.
• Experienced in workshop (Machine Fabrication) management.
• Experienced in leading projects/activities with cross-functional teams.
• Possessing strong leadership and communication skills.
• Able to work under pressure and hard-working.

Welcome to our Crafting & Supply

The magic happens at our crafting facilities, where we combine centuries-old crafting traditions and high-quality materials with modern production techniques. You will be warmly greeted by over 13,000 craftspeople who excel at crafting and supplying the world’s largest jewellery brand with our craftsmanship. You will be part of a team of 24 people and report to the Manager of Innovation Portfolio who also oversees 1 person.

Join a team that is as diverse and inclusive as our jewellery. We believe in and value creative thinking and ensure that there are equitable opportunities for all.

• Foster your growth and craft opportunities through our learning and development programmes.
• At Pandora, no effort or contribution goes unnoticed. We offer a wide range of opportunities and benefits to ensure that our employees feel valued, supported, and cared for.
• Transportation services are also available to drop you at the closest BTS station and other community areas.

About Pandora Crafting & Supply

Pandora started crafting its jewellery in Thailand in 1989, where our founders fell in love with the delicate craftsmanship of the Thai people. To date, there are two crafting facilities in Thailand, Bangkok, and Lamphun, and we employ more than 13,000 skilled craftspeople. By the end of 2023, there are 107 million pieces sold globally, all of which were hand-finished here in Thailand by our skilled craftspeople using high-quality raw materials and sustainable methods.

About Pandora Group

Pandora is the world’s largest jewellery brand. Designed in Denmark and crafted in Thailand, Pandora jewellery provides endless opportunities for personalisation, allowing people to express their passions and show who they are. The company’s products are made from high-quality materials and sold in more than 100 countries through 6,700 points of sale, including 2,600 concept stores.

Pandora is committed to leadership in sustainability and is sourcing lab-grown stones and recycled silver and gold for all its jewellery. Headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, Pandora employs 33,000 people worldwide, is listed on the Nasdaq Copenhagen stock exchange, and generated sales of DKK 28.1 billion (EUR 3.8 billion) in 2023.