Chief Operating Officer

Chief Operating Officer

Job Info
Job TitleChief Operating Officer
LocationYangon
Sector TypeAgriculture
Type of jobFull time
Type of contractPermanent
Offer positionChief Operating Officer
Years of experienced required5
Salary7,000,000 Kyat
Other benefitsAdditional benefits will be provided in accordance with company policy.
PostDate2026-07-30
Expire Date2026-08-31

Job description: 

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) will drive operational excellence by leading manufacturing operations, engineering, quality, automation, and regulatory compliance, overseeing the new agrochemical manufacturing facility facility from EPC to commissioning and start-up.
Required Capabilities:
 Design, develop, and implement fully automated manufacturing and packaging systems.
 Demonstrate strong understanding and practical application of automation systems and emerging industry trends.
 Operate and maintain automated systems for the safe handling of hazardous products.
 Lead the EPC execution of a new agrochemical factory, including project planning, equipment installation, commissioning, and production startup.
Roles and responsibilities:
 Oversee day-to-day manufacturing operations to ensure smooth, efficient, and safe production.
 Ensure effective quality management, regulatory compliance, and workplace safety across all operational activities.
 Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
 Build, lead, and develop a high-performing operations team capable of meeting business and production objectives.

Job Requirements
BurmeseFluent
EnglishFluent
Chinese Intermediary
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Myanma AWBA Group
+959-763666095
Established in 1995, Awba is Myanmar’s largest manufacturer and distributor of agricultural technology with a focus on crop protection, crop nutrition and high-quality seeds. Today, we employ more than 1,500 agronomists to serve 3.2 million farming families over agriculturally significant rural areas through providing holistic solutions across the agricultural value chain. Our agronomists work closely with farmers to understand their needs and to identify knowledge gaps. We then work with them to nurture healthy, productive crops. The Awba Agronomists draw upon years of trials, field experience and a profound local knowledge to develop customised solutions optimal for Myanmar’s conditions. We believe knowledge is power and search the world for the best innovations and talent for our Research and Development team. Our agriculture laboratory is one of the best in Myanmar.