Lead Production Manager – Assembly & Cleanroom

VAT Group; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

VAT Group in Batu Kawan, Malaysia is seeking a Production Manager Assembly to lead the assembly cleanroom, oversee module/valve/actuator assembly and end-of-line testing, and ensure timely, quality, cost-efficient production.

The role requires hands-on leadership, 8+ years in large manufacturing, and strong proficiency with ERP/MRP tools (D365, Oracle, SAP), plus a solid lean manufacturing background. You will drive safety, training, and cross-site collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master/Diploma in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Hands-on operations experience in precision machining or mechanical assembly.
• Proven leadership with at least 8 years managing a large manufacturing organization.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP tools (D365, Oracle, SAP).
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing applications.

Responsibilities

• Manage, sustain and improve processes in assembly cleanroom, including end-of-line testing and O-ring treatments.
• Handle flexible production capacity within market-driven lead times.
• Enforce safety rules and drive CI via risk assessments and mitigations.
• Ensure timely delivery of assembled products meeting quality and cost targets.
• Recruit, lead, coach and oversee all employees in Cleanroom Assembly.
• Provide training and qualification to build a skilled production team.
• Optimize staff allocation and time management for orders.
• Drive 6S and collaborate with engineering for long-term capacity planning.
• Ensure adherence to process, KPI targets and production systems like D365.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Production planning

Problem solving

People management

Education

Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering degree

Tools

D365

Oracle

SAP

Job description

VAT Group in Batu Kawan, Malaysia is seeking a Production Manager Assembly to lead the assembly cleanroom, oversee module/valve/actuator assembly and end-of-line testing, and ensure timely, quality, cost-efficient production.

The role requires hands-on leadership, 8+ years in large manufacturing, and strong proficiency with ERP/MRP tools (D365, Oracle, SAP), plus a solid lean manufacturing background. You will drive safety, training, and cross-site collaboration.