Our client is well-established Japanese multinational company within the electronic and ceramic component manufacturing industry is currently looking to hire an experienced Production Manager to lead and manage their production operations at their plant in Melaka.
Location to work: Batu Berendam Industrial Zone, Melaka
Job Responsibilities:
Lead and supervise day-to-day production operations and ensure smooth running of all production lines
Plan and execute production schedules (daily, weekly, monthly, annually)
Manage production resources using the 4M (Man, Machine, Method, Material) optimization approach
Monitor and control production costs while improving operational efficiency
Uphold a safe and compliant working environment (SHE – Safety, Health, Environment)
Ensure product quality and adherence to company SOPs, policies, and quality standards
Identify and resolve any production or process-related issues with relevant teams
Implement lean manufacturing principles across all lines
Train, coach, and develop production operators and line leaders
Monitor WIP (Work-in-Progress) and optimize line balancing and productivity
Utilize systems and IoT tools to manage and track performance and resources
Job Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field
Minimum 5 years of experience in a Production Manager or Senior Production Executive role in a manufacturing environment
Strong hands-on experience in mass production, quality control, safety, and cost management
Knowledge in lean manufacturing, production planning, and resource optimization
Familiar with System/IoT-based operations, and Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
Good leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
Able to manage multiple production lines and implement process improvements effectively
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