Manufacturing Officer

Robert Bosch Group; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Robert Bosch Group in Penang, Bayan Lepas, Malaysia, is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations and drive improvements across the line. You will manage operators, coordinate with maintenance and quality teams, and ensure adherence to safety, 5S, and TPM standards.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Engineering and has 3–5 years of relevant experience, with strong leadership and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing or related field.
• 3–5 years in manufacturing/production with supervisor experience.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing, TPM, 5S, and continuous improvement.
• Proficient with quality tools (8D, RCA, SPC, FMEA) and training methods (TWI).

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily manufacturing operations.
• Drive continuous improvement and reduce waste.
• Monitor production performance, downtime, and output data.
• Lead Daily Leadership Routine (DLR) reviews.
• Ensure safety, 5S, and adherence to procedures.
• Coach and develop Production Line Leaders and Operators.
• Manage production issues and drive root-cause analysis.
• Support audits and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Lean manufacturing

TPM

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

At Bosch, we shape the future by inventing high-quality technologies and services that spark enthusiasm and enrich people’s lives. Our promise to our associates is rock-solid: we grow together, we enjoy our work, and we inspire each other. Join in and feel the difference.

Job Description

• Lead and supervise daily manufacturing operations to achieve production, quality, productivity, and OEE targets.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process inefficiencies, reducing waste, and improving FPY and process quality.
• Monitor production performance, downtime, and output data, and implement corrective actions to improve operational efficiency.
• Lead Daily Leadership Routine (DLR) reviews and ensure timely closure of action items.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company standards, 5S practices, and operational procedures.
• Coach, develop, and manage Production Line Leaders and Operators to achieve departmental goals.
• Conduct operator training and competency development, including cross‑training programs and TWI methodology implementation.
• Manage and resolve production issues, including quality concerns, equipment breakdowns, and line stoppages.
• Support TPM activities, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement projects.
• Review production logbooks and ensure effective communication between shifts.
• Promote employee engagement through suggestion and improvement programs.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure production readiness for audit activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet customer requirements and business objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by superior.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing/production environment.
• Experience in supervising production operators and leading shop floor activities.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPM, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Familiar with quality tools and problem-solving techniques (e.g., 8D, RCA, SPC, FMEA & Quality Improvement Tools).
• Knowledge of operator training methodologies, preferably TWI (Training Within Industry).
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Self‑motivated with good analytical, decision‑making, and organizational abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Additional Information

• Leave Entitlement e.g: Annual Leave, Medical Leave and etc
• Company Insurances and etc

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