Assembly Operation Manager

STMicroelectronics Sdn Bhd; Muar; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Education support

Dental

Parking

Year-end bonus

Job summary

STMicroelectronics Sdn Bhd in Malaysia seeks a senior professional to lead and manage both manufacturing and maintenance activities for the Back-End Manufacturing assembly line. You will oversee daily operations, drive maintenance plans, and coordinate with engineering and production teams to maximize uptime and performance.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics engineering and 10+ years of maintenance experience, preferably in semiconductor/electronics

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics engineering is required.
• 10+ years in maintenance engineering, preferably in semiconductor/electronics assembly operations.
• Experience in Back-End Manufacturing (BEM) is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and automation systems used in assembly lines.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and repair of complex equipment.
• Experience with robotics and vision inspection systems is a plus.
• Familiarity with CMMS and preventive/predictive maintenance planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage manufacturing and maintenance activities for the assembly line, including equipment and machinery in Back-End Manufacturing (BEM).
• Oversee daily assembly production operations to meet output, quality, delivery and cost objectives.
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance plans with engineering and production teams.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for production losses and equipment failures.
• Lead maintenance teams, provide technical guidance and ensure safety compliance.
• Support capacity planning, line balancing and process improvements.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Mechatronics Engineering

Leadership

PLC programming

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics

Tools

CMMS

PLC programming

Job description

You are part of the Assembly Operations team, supporting both manufacturing and maintenance activities to ensure excellent performance in quality, cost, and delivery.

You play a critical role in ensuring smooth, efficient, and reliable manufacturing processes through production planning, equipment maintenance, and optimization of assembly production equipment. This role requires a combination of strong technical expertise, leadership, and proactive maintenance management skills to minimize downtime and support production targets.

YOUR ROLE

Lead and manage both manufacturing and maintenance activities for the assembly line, including equipment and machinery in the Back-End Manufacturing (BEM) assembly process.

Oversee daily assembly production operations to meet output, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.

Manage and coordinate maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability and uptime.

Lead production and maintenance teams, including staffing, training, performance management, and workforce planning.

Monitor key performance indicators such as OEE, MTBI, productivity, scrap, downtime, and equipment availability.

Implement and sustain Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental standards, and company procedures.

Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance plans with engineering and production teams.

Support capacity planning, line balancing, and problem-solving for operational issues.

Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for production losses and equipment failures.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support new product introductions and process improvements.

Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs.

Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and automation issues on assembly lines.

Coordinate with production, quality, and engineering teams to minimize downtime and improve process efficiency.

Manage maintenance team activities, provide technical guidance, and ensure safety compliance.

Analyze equipment failure data and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Plan and oversee the installation, commissioning, and validation of new equipment or upgrades.

Lead cost-saving projects to achieve annual savings targets.

YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCES

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field.

Minimum 10 years of experience in maintenance engineering, preferably in semiconductor or electronics assembly operations. Experience in Back-End Manufacturing is highly preferred.

Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and automation systems used in assembly lines.

Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing complex equipment.

Experience with PLC programming and control systems.

Knowledge of robotics and vision inspection systems is a plus.

Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).

Experience in preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance planning and execution.

Knowledge of root cause analysis and FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis).

Experience in equipment calibration and validation.

Knowledge of spare parts management and inventory control.

Strong leadership and team management skills.

Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Good communication and coordination skills.

Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.

Knowledge of safety standards and best practices in manufacturing environments.

Ensure compliance with EHS (Environment, Health, Safety) regulations.

Strong teamwork, leadership, and continuous improvement mindset.

Machinery & Automation 1,001-5,000 employees

At ST, we believe in the power of technology to drive innovation and make a positive impact on people, business, and society. We are a global semiconductor company, and our advanced technology & chips forms the hidden part of the world we live in today.

Working at ST means innovating for a future that we want to make smarter, greener, in a responsible and sustainable way. Our technology starts with you. Join us and start the future!

At ST, we believe in the power of technology to drive innovation and make a positive impact on people, business, and society. We are a global semiconductor company, and our advanced technology & chips forms the hidden part of the world we live in today.

Working at ST means innovating for a future that we want to make smarter, greener, in a responsible and sustainable way. Our technology starts with you. Join us and start the future!

Perks and benefits Medical Education support Dental Sports (e.g. Gym) Parking car loan interest subsidies, year-end bonus, perfo