Assembly Supervisor

Pivotal Systems (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd; Kedah; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Pivotal Systems (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd is seeking a shift supervisor to oversee assembly line activities, allocate manpower, and ensure production targets are met.

You will monitor processes, maintain safety and SOP compliance, and lead operator training while coordinating troubleshooting and maintenance with multiple departments. Fluency in English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Mandarin is required to interface with leadership and staff.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in assembly, mechanical operations, or general manufacturing.
• Candidates with relevant experience in Mass Flow Controller (MFC) assembly, manufacturing, testing, or related operations are preferred.
• Solid understanding of assembly workflows, line balance, production line troubleshooting, and ERP/production management software.
• Fluent in English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Mandarin to interface smoothly with Chinese-speaking leadership and operational staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate shift-based assembly line activities, manpower allocation, and operational workflow to hit production targets.
• Monitor assembly processes and equipment operations to minimize downtime and optimize output.
• Enforce adherence to quality standards, collaborating with QA/QC teams to resolve defective assembly issues promptly.
• Maintain compliance with safety regulations, SOPs, and company policies across all shifts.
• Lead, train, and mentor operators on assembly work instructions, equipment usage, and workplace safety.
• Handle line troubleshooting and coordinate setup, tooling requirements, and routine maintenance schedules with relevant departments.
• Ensure meticulous shift handovers and document production metrics, downtime records, and material usage.
• Drive scrap reduction and participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve cost efficiency.
• Communicate effectively with Chinese-speaking stakeholders, employees, and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Shift supervision

Line balancing

Troubleshooting

ERP/production software

Quality awareness

Cross-cultural communication

Education

Diploma / Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Supervise and coordinate shift-based assembly line activities, manpower allocation, and operational workflow to hit production targets.

Monitor assembly processes and equipment operations to minimize downtime and optimize output.

Enforce adherence to quality standards, collaborating with QA/QC teams to resolve defective assembly issues promptly.

Maintain compliance with safety regulations, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and company policies across all shifts.

Lead, train, and mentor operators on assembly work instructions, equipment usage, and workplace safety.

Handle line troubleshooting and coordinate setup, tooling requirements, and routine maintenance schedules with relevant departments.

Ensure meticulous shift handovers and document production metrics, downtime records, and material usage.

Drive scrap reduction and participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve cost efficiency.

Communicate effectively with Chinese-speaking stakeholders, employees, and cross-functional teams.

Requirements

Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in assembly, mechanical operations, or general manufacturing.

Candidates with relevant experience in Mass Flow Controller (MFC) assembly, manufacturing, testing, or related operations are preferred.

Solid understanding of assembly workflows, line balance, production line troubleshooting, and ERP/production management software.

Fluent in English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Mandarin to interface smoothly with Chinese-speaking leadership and operational staff.

Ability to work shift rotations and availability to join within 1 month is highly preferred.

Strong leadership, decision-making, problem-solving, and time-management capabilities.