Operations Lead (Thailand) at halter

ABOUT HALTER At Halter, we’re on a mission to enable farmers and graziers to run the most productive and sustainable operations. Our customers are using Halter to break free from the time-intensive constraints of conventional practices. Imagine watching 500 cattle stand up and walk calmly towards their next break? No quad bikes, no dogs, no fences. Just a group of cattle walking at their own pace. People say it looks like magic. Our customers are revolutionizing grazing with Halter. It's changing lives and transforming an industry. People join Halter to do meaningful work. By joining us you’ll be solving challenging problems within a talented team and a culture built for high performance. Our team out-think, out-work and out-care. We’re committed to delivering real change in the world - this isn’t easy, and in truth, we love that it’s hard. We’re backed to deliver on a mission that matters by Tier 1 investors including Bessemer Venture Partners [Upgrade to PRO to see link] BOND, [Upgrade to PRO to see link] DCVC [Upgrade to PRO to see link] Blackbird [Upgrade to PRO to see link] Promus Ventures [Upgrade to PRO to see link] Rocket Lab’s Peter Beck and Icehouse ventures [Upgrade to PRO to see link] To find out more, visit our LinkedIn [Upgrade to PRO to see link] & Instagram [Upgrade to PRO to see link] ABOUT THE ROLE The Operations Lead will play a critical role in ensuring the production of Halter’s Smart Collars is accurate, on time, and delivered to an exceptional standard. Embedded day-to-day at our manufacturing partner’s factory, this role acts as the central coordinator of operations. You will be bridging internal and external teams, orchestrating complex build schedules, and driving operational excellence across all production activities. This is a hands-on, dynamic position suited to someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, is highly organised, and can work across organisations and teams to deliver exactly what’s needed on time. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Build Delivery - Deliver all production builds to schedule, ensuring accuracy, readiness, and quality. - Communicate build approvals to the factory and coordinate execution aligned with the production plan. - Proactively manage build plan changes and ensure both Halter and factory teams are aligned. Operational Coordination - Coordinate contract manufacturers and other partners to ensure daily operations run smoothly. - Manage the process for ongoing reliability testing, including maintaining a clear schedule, sharing results with stakeholders. - Maintain visibility over material disposition and ensure the correct processes are followed. Stakeholder Management - Build deep, trust-based relationships with factory personnel at all levels. - Coordinate both internal and external teams to maintain strong alignment and effective communication. - Influence behaviours and drive adoption of new processes or improvements, even without formal reporting-line authority. Continuous Improvement - Identify and implement operational improvements at the factory. - Develop dashboards, progress trackers and reporting tools to improve transparency and accountability. - Increase build and operational reliability through structured processes, feedback loops, and proactive planning. COMPETENCIES - Organisation - coordinate complex builds and operational activities with clear structure and tracking. - Stakeholder Management - collaborate across internal and external teams, maintaining alignment, clarity, and trust. - Planning - maintain a forward-looking, adaptable operational plan that remains robust to rapid changes. - Communication - communicates clearly and frequently; keeps all stakeholders well informed and aligned. - Adaptability - operates effectively in dynamic environments where plans change often. - Influence - able to influence outcomes and drive action across teams without formal authority. BACKGROUND You may have experience in project/program management, manufacturing operations, production engineering or relevant operational roles. Examples of relevant past experience include: - Managing complex, fast-paced projects with rapid changes and visible progress tracking. - Working effectively with cross-border teams across time zones and cultures. - Influencing change within a second-party organisation that may have competing priorities. - Organising structured program activities (e.g. reliability testing programs) with clean reporting and stakeholder communication. - Familiarity with high-volume electromechanical manufacturing environments (preferred, but not required). LOCATION On-site at the manufacturing partner’s facility in Thailand, with regular travel to New Zealand to collaborate with our internal team. JOIN OUR TEAM Halter is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace — a place where we can each be ourselves and do the best work of our lives. Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements, women and under-represented groups of candidates tend to only apply when they meet every requirement. If you think you have what it takes but don’t necessarily tick every requirement on this job description, please still get in touch and apply to Halter. We’d love to chat to see if you’ll be an epic fit! If this opportunity sounds like you, please apply below by sending through your cover letter explaining why you’re excited about this role and working at Halter, along with your CV, and we’ll be in touch! Please also feel free to check out the careers page [Upgrade to PRO to see link] for more information on working at Halter and don't forget to follow us on LinkedIn [Upgrade to PRO to see link] & Instagram [Upgrade to PRO to see link] WHY OUR TEAM LOVES WORKING AT HALTER: - Work that genuinely matters. Every now and again a company comes along that transforms an entire industry and leaves the world in a better place. Our team gets to be part of something truly meaningful, helping farmers improve their livelihoods, spend more time with their families, and build more sustainable operations. - Spectacular people solving hard problems. Our culture is designed for talented people to do work that changes lives. The team is filled with diverse, kind, and driven people who push each other to do their best work. You'll be thrown into the deep end, tackling complex challenges and building something tangible that solves real problems. - You'll grow here. Autonomy, mastery, and learning define how we work. You'll have the freedom to work on interesting problems, master new skills, and continuously develop yourself, both through your role and our $1,000 personal growth fund. - This isn't easy, and we love that it's hard. Working at Halter will be the most rewarding and the most challenging work of your life. We move fast, take bold bets, and work hard to reshape an entire industry. As one team member put it: "Joining Halter is a bit like strapping yourself to a rocket ship, but it's an epic journey to be a part of!"