General Manager, CNC Machining — Regional Ops & Growth

SAM Engineering & Equipment (M) Bhd; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

SAM Malaysia seeks a General Manager – Machining Division to lead regional CNC machining operations across Malaysia and Singapore. The role is responsible for strategic direction, manufacturing excellence, and end-to-end performance including P&L, delivery, quality and customer engagement.

The successful candidate will drive lean transformation, capacity planning, and technology adoption while building a high-performing leadership team across sites, with a focus on growth and profitability.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in CNC machining, precision manufacturing or a closely related industry.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior leadership capacity overseeing CNC machining/CNC manufacturing operations.
• Proven track record leading multi-site manufacturing operations, preferably across Malaysia and/or regional markets.
• Strong expertise in CNC machining, precision engineering, manufacturing processes and operational excellence.
• Demonstrated experience managing P&L, budgets, capital investment and business performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Machining Division operations across Malaysia and Singapore plants.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize productivity and cost.
• Oversee CNC machining operations, process engineering, and capacity planning.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, regulatory compliance, and customer requirements.
• Manage divisional P&L, budgets, capital investments, and KPI performance; collaborate with customers and commercial teams.

Skills

CNC machining

Precision manufacturing

Leadership

P&L management

Business development

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

MBA or postgraduate qualification

Job description

SAM Malaysia seeks a General Manager – Machining Division to lead regional CNC machining operations across Malaysia and Singapore. The role is responsible for strategic direction, manufacturing excellence, and end-to-end performance including P&L, delivery, quality and customer engagement.

The successful candidate will drive lean transformation, capacity planning, and technology adoption while building a high-performing leadership team across sites, with a focus on growth and profitability.