Head of Production (Precision Engineering Industry)

Private Advertiser; Selangor; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Malaysia seeks a Head of Production to lead their precision engineering facility, overseeing 50–60 CNC machines across two shifts and driving operational excellence.

The role blends strategic leadership with hands-on optimization—from NPI transitions to high-volume production, Lean/Six Sigma initiatives, ERP/MRP scheduling, and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Oversight of 5-axis CNC operations with ultra-tight tolerances to 3 microns.
• Use of AI tools and simulation to optimize toolpaths and throughput.
• Experience overseeing NPI and prototyping to full-scale production.
• Lean/Six Sigma mindset to reduce waste and improve efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical and advanced manufacturing strategy for a high-precision CNC environment.
• Schedule production with ERP/MRP and manage multi-shift capacity.
• Drive Lean/Six Sigma projects to improve cycle times and OEE.
• Ensure IPQC standards and maintain safety, cost control, and quality.

Job description

Head of Production (Precision Engineering Industry)

A leading local-based precision engineering and custom tooling solutions provider specializing in high-precision CNC machining, tool and die fabrication, and advanced component manufacturing for diverse industrial sectors. Driven by continuous growth and business expansion, they are now seeking a dynamic Head of Production to lead their manufacturing operations and drive operational excellence.

Job Overview

Strategic Leadership: Directs overall manufacturing operations for a high-precision facility running 50–60 CNC machines across two shifts.

Production Scope: Balances New Product Introduction (NPI) with medium-to-high volume batch production, ensuring alignment with corporate targets and budgets.

Operational Excellence: Serves as a continuous improvement leader to optimize cycle times, refine fabrication methods, and boost overall plant productivity.

Key Performance Drivers: Enhances team performance to maximize efficiency, quality yield, and on-time delivery standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technical Leadership & Advanced Manufacturing

High-Precision Engineering Leadership: Provide strategic and technical oversight for advanced 5-axis CNC machining environments, maintaining capabilities to achieve ultra-tight dimensional tolerances down to 3 microns (0.003mm) and complex geometries.

Smart Manufacturing & Digital Innovation: Leverage AI tools, modern simulation, and automated workflow solutions to optimize toolpaths, programming efficiency, and shop-floor throughput.

End-to-End Lifecycle Management: Oversee the transition from New Product Introduction (NPI) and prototyping through to full-scale high-volume production.

2. ERP-Driven Operations & Capacity Planning

Production Scheduling & Resource Management: Utilize advanced ERP/MRP systems to optimize shift capacities, streamline material workflows, and ensure reliable on-time delivery.

Large-Scale Fleet Management: Direct daily operations across a high-capacity CNC machining floor operating on multi-shift schedules.

Continuous Improvement & OEE: Lead Lean/Six Sigma initiatives to systematically reduce cycle times, minimize scrap/rework, and maximize Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).

3. Quality Control & Cost Management

In-Process Quality Assurance: Enforce rigorous In-Process Quality Control (IPQC) standards to meet strict customer specifications and defect‑free standards.

Budgetary & Cost Optimization: Manage operational expenses, tooling consumable life cycles, and preventive maintenance schedules to control manufacturing costs and eliminate downtime.

Tiered Leadership Structure: Manage and mentor production supervisors and shift leads, ensuring effective execution across all operating shifts.

Workforce Excellence & Safety: Cultivate a culture of accountability, continuous skill development, operational discipline, and strict adherence to shop‑floor safety protocols.