Manager, Automation

Venture Corporation; Johor; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

VENTURE Corporation seeks a Manager, Automation in Tebrau, Johor to lead automation initiatives and drive efficiency across manufacturing processes. The role involves buy‑off, documentation, and collaboration with process owners to deliver scalable automation solutions.

The position requires engineering background in Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics, with extensive experience in automation, PLCs, sensors and system integration. Join a global EMS leader based in Tebrau.

Responsibilities

• Fully involved in buy‑off and maintain new automation projects.
• Identify opportunities and implement automation solutions for productivity.
• Architect automation and integration of manufacturing processes and machinery.
• Define, procure, implement and validate automated processes for shop floor systems.
• Collaborate with site management and process owners for feasibility studies.
• Coordinate with system integrators and vendors to meet deliverables.
• Support safety, health and EHS objectives and participate in special projects.

Education

Diploma/Degree in Electrical / Mechanical / Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

ASP.NET

HTML

Java

VS.NET

MS SQL

Oracle

Vertica

Job description

VENTURE Corporation (SGX-listed, headquartered in Singapore)

is a leading global Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider with strong end‑to‑end R&D, design and engineering capabilities. The Group delivers advanced technology products and solutions across diverse domains, including life sciences and medical devices, healthcare and wellness, consumer and lifestyle technology, instrumentation, communications, fintech, and computing technologies.

At Venture R&D, we engineer advanced solutions to drive innovation in leading technology domains that underpin high performance products. Our R&D capabilities enable global companies to accelerate breakthrough technologies, achieve exceptional product performance, and stay ahead in fast moving markets.

With a global network of over 40 companies and 11,000 employees, we transform cutting‑edge ideas into world‑class products. We seek individuals who are agile, curious, and inspired to build what’s next.

If you thrive on innovation, enjoy solving real‑world challenges, and want to contribute to impactful, globally used products, this is where you belong. Start your journey with us —where ideas become breakthroughs.

Venture – Technocom Systems Sdn Bhd and Pintarmas Sdn Bhd, established in 1984 and 1990 respectively, are located in Tebrau and Kempas, Johor, is a leading provider of advanced manufacturing solutions for the electronics industry. As part of a global network, we specialize in producing high-quality printed circuit boards, integrated circuits, medical devices and telecommunications components. With a workforce of over 4,000 employees, we are committed to innovation, operational excellence and delivering value to our industrial and technology partners.

At Venture, our people are our most valuable asset. We are committed to unifying culture, encouraging innovation, and harnessing the collective strengths and synergies of our human capital to deliver compelling differentiation, advancing Venture’s position as a leading global provider of technology solutions, products and services.

We’re looking to add a Manager, Automation in Tebrau, Johor

As a Manager, Automation, You will:

Fully involved in buy-off and maintain new automation which include documentation preparation, equipment performance, monitoring and tracking.

• Play a strategic role in identifying opportunities & implementing automation solutions which would involve in‑depth studies and understanding of the various operations process flows, structure & business model to bring about continuous productivity and efficiency improvements with consistent, scalable and reliable solutions;


• Architect automation and integration of manufacturing processes & machinery to achieve production efficiency & productivity improvements;


• Define, specify, procure solution, implement, validate automated processes to be integrated with shop floor systems for monitoring, control & data collection for continuous improvements leading to preventive and predictive measures in meeting factory needs;


• Work closely with site management team & various process owners in providing feasibility studies on automation proposals;


• Work closely with system integrators and/or automation vendors on automation solution in meeting agreed upon deliverables;


• Has global site responsibilities;


• Contribute to the workplace safety and health improvement for the employees, as well as environmental protection, by adhering to the company’s Environmental, Health and Safety policies and procedures, and helping to achieve EHS objectives and targets through participation of EHS programs;


• Participate in any special projects/programs as & when assigned by Company.

What skills and experiences are we looking:

• Diploma/Degree in Electrical / Mechanical / Mechatronics Engineering - Modules covering automation Engineering, robotics, statistics, fluid dynamics and database or related disciplines;


• Preferably with at least 10 years of related working experience in manufacturing or process industry, preferably in EMS back end processes.


• Requirement IE knowledge will be an added advantage;


• Knowledge in Electro‑Pneumatic circuit control, PLC programming, electrical wiring and robot application;


• Good Knowledge on various kinds of sensors used in automation and its characteristics, machine to machine interface;


• Added advantage for candidates with knowledge in asp.net, html, Java, Eclipse, VS.net, MS SQL, Oracle and Vertica;


• Knowledge of ISO Quality system & ESD standards;


• Team player, able to work well with all levels and under pressure;


• Independent, resourceful and self-driven with strong analytical & troubleshooting skills;


• Detail-oriented personality with creative thinking skills;


• Excellent interpersonal & cross cultural communication skills;


• Strong business acumen.

If you embody the spirit of excellence, passion for discovery, innovation and enterprise, and the desire to make a difference in the world of technology and electronics, come join the Venture team!

Be Part of the Global Venture Family.

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If your profile is a strong match, you can expect to hear from us within two weeks. Otherwise, we thank you for your interest and will keep you in mind for future opportunities where you can make a meaningful impact.