Assembly Supervisor

Hirehub; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 102,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Hirehub is partnering with a well-established technology manufacturer in Malaysia to recruit a Production Supervisor for their Ulu Tiram facility. The role involves overseeing daily assembly operations, planning manpower and schedules, and leading a team of operators to achieve targets with high quality and on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate will have a Diploma or Bachelor’s in Engineering/Manufacturing, 3–5 years in assembly, and strong shop-floor management skills, with proficiency in

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in assembly or production operations.
• Proven experience supervising production operators and managing daily assembly activities.
• Good understanding of assembly processes, production planning, manpower allocation and shop-floor management.
• Ability to monitor production KPIs, analyse performance and implement corrective actions.
• Proficiency in Mandarin and English is preferred for work-related communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily assembly operations to meet production targets, product quality and delivery schedules.
• Plan and coordinate manpower, production schedules and resource allocation to ensure smooth production flow.
• Supervise and lead assembly operators and team leaders, ensuring tasks are completed per requirements.
• Monitor production output, productivity and defect rates, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure assembly processes comply with SOPs, quality standards and safety requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and optimise production costs.

Skills

Leadership

Production planning

Shop-floor management

Problem solving

Quality awareness

Communication

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Job description

Company Background:

Our client is a well-established technology manufacturer specializing in magnetic solutions and injection molding products. The company offers end-to-end services from design and R&D to mass production, supporting global customers through integrated manufacturing and engineering capabilities.

Job Description (JD)

• Oversee daily assembly operations to ensure production targets, product quality and delivery schedules are achieved.


• Plan and coordinate manpower, production schedules and resource allocation to ensure smooth and efficient production flow.


• Supervise and lead assembly operators and team leaders, ensuring tasks are completed according to production requirements.


• Monitor production output, productivity, defect rates and overall line performance, implementing corrective actions when necessary.


• Ensure assembly processes comply with work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), quality standards and safety requirements.


• Identify production bottlenecks, troubleshoot operational issues and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime.


• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Planning and Warehouse departments to resolve production issues and ensure timely material availability.


• Monitor the use of materials, tools and equipment to minimise waste and maintain effective production operations.


• Train, guide and evaluate production personnel to improve their skills, discipline and work performance.


• Prepare and maintain production reports, manpower records and other relevant operational documentation.


• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity, reduce defects and optimise production costs.


• Perform other production-related duties as assigned by management.

Job Requirements (JR)

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering or a related field. Candidates with relevant working experience and qualifications may also be considered.


• 3–5 years of experience in assembly or production operations, preferably in a manufacturing environment.


• Proven experience supervising production operators and managing daily assembly activities.


• Good understanding of assembly processes, production planning, manpower allocation and shop-floor management.


• Ability to monitor production KPIs, analyse performance and implement corrective actions.


• Familiarity with quality control procedures, SOPs, workplace safety and continuous improvement methodologies.


• Strong leadership, communication, coordination and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to work under pressure and meet production targets and deadlines.


• Proactive, responsible and hands-on, with the ability to lead and motivate a production team.


• Proficiency in Mandarin and English is preferred for work-related communication.

Salary: Up to RM10,000 + OT pay

Working Days: 5.5 days per week

Working Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Location: Ulu Tiram