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Supachai Thipchanin

Production Planning Manager
Bangkok
Supachai Thipchanin

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with a proven track record in managing and enhancing production efficiency through effective time studies, line balancing, and waste elimination strategies. Expertise in optimizing production processes to align with company requirements while maintaining a strong focus on Health, Environment, Safety, and Quality (HESQ) standards. Adept at maximizing profitability by aligning supply with customer demand and creating innovative production floor layouts for new machinery and equipment. Committed to driving cost-effective manufacturing operations through meticulous oversight of material, operational, and maintenance expenses.

Overview

12
years of professional experience
4
Certifications
2
Languages

Work History

Yara Company Limited

Production Planning Manager
01.2021 - Current

Job overview

Fertilizer – Bagging Production Line

Planning

  • Established, coordinated, and maintained an accurate production plan and schedule.
  • Managed material tracking, change implementation, and ensured material availability for production.
  • Coordinated required resources, including manpower and equipment (e.g., Forklift, TOI truck), to support the production line.

Production & Coordination

  • Monitored and reported on key production performance metrics (4M, OEE, Production Capacity).
  • Coordinated with relevant internal parties on the incoming fertilizer schedule.
  • Managed and coordinated with external third-party logistics providers (surveyor, shipping, vessel operator) to streamline operations and processes.
  • Oversaw third-party operations to ensure 100% finished goods were packed onto p-slings.

HESQ (Health, Environment, Safety, and Quality)

  • Ensured all equipment, processes, and personnel operated safely through systematic monitoring and testing.
  • Implemented immediate corrective action for all identified unsafe conditions.

Dplus Intertrade Company Limited

Production Planning Manager
01.2019 - 12.2020

Job overview

Industry Focus: Mobile Device Film Production Production Planning & Control Production Maintenance

  • Generated material planning orders based on overseas shipment schedules (China: DiSheng, ShenZhen; Thailand: Sangkhlaburi).
  • Developed and provided Material Requirements Planning (MRP).
  • Prepared supply and demand forecasts based on customer requirements to support the supply chain.
  • Served as a Lead Auditor for ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management System (QMS) internal audits.
  • Designed and set up the production floor plan layout for new machinery and equipment in new projects.
  • Developed training plans to enhance employee skills and improve work efficiency.
  • Developed and implemented Preventive Maintenance (PM) schedules for the plant.
  • Managed and controlled the maintenance budget.
  • Managed and maintained the Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) system and Water Treatment operations.

HASCO – CP Co., Ltd.

Process Engineer
01.2016 - 12.2018

Job overview

Industry Focus: Tier 1 Supplier for Automotive (Cockpit, Console, Seat, and Bumper parts)

  • Created and maintained core manufacturing documentation (PPAP, Work Instructions, BOM, Process Flow, Control Plan, P-FMEA), and provided general document support.
  • Designed and oversaw equipment installation for new plant setup, including new layout, machinery, manpower planning, and production cost analysis, to ramp up productivity for the cockpit, console, seat, and bumper assembly lines.
  • Ensured the assembly line layout was up-to-date and fully aligned with established process flow steps and design specifications.
  • Led initiatives to control and improve production performance utilizing metrics and methodologies such as: Time Study, Line Balancing, Takt Time, Cycle Time, Waste Elimination, Scrap Rate reduction, OEE, Lean Management, and TPM.
  • Managed manpower allocation and controlled employee assignments/work schedules.
  • Participated in and led production improvement activities, including Kaizen, Quality Control Circles (QCC), and 5S initiatives.
  • Completed various special assignments, including business kick-offs and preparation of BOI (Board of Investment) and TAI (Thailand Automotive Institute) documentation.

E.C.I. Group Co., Ltd.

Process Engineer
01.2014 - 12.2015

Job overview

Project Focus: Motorcycle Manufacturing Study in China

  • Assisted the Project Manager with all aspects of motorcycle projects.
  • Supported the Project Manager in preparing comprehensive feasibility studies.

Education

National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA)

Master of Business Administration Program from Major Finance
12.2018

University Overview

Kasetsart University (KU)

Bachelor’s Degree of Mechanical Engineering from Major: Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
12.2010

University Overview

Skills

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio, Project) Thai 60 WPM / English 40 WPM

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Certification

ISO9001:2015 – QMS internal audit (Certified by TUV Rheinland).

Timeline

Production Planning Manager
Yara Company Limited
01.2021 - Current
Production Planning Manager
Dplus Intertrade Company Limited
01.2019 - 12.2020
Process Engineer
HASCO – CP Co., Ltd.
01.2016 - 12.2018
Process Engineer
E.C.I. Group Co., Ltd.
01.2014 - 12.2015
Kasetsart University (KU)
Bachelor’s Degree of Mechanical Engineering from Major: Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA)
Master of Business Administration Program from Major Finance
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