Manufacturing Operations Lead - Lean & Quality

COHERENT

Ipoh

On-site

MYR 80,000 - 110,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

COHERENT is seeking an experienced Production Planning and Manufacturing Supervisor for its Ipoh, Malaysia site. The role focuses on meeting production schedules, optimizing capacity, and driving lean initiatives to improve quality and efficiency.

You will manage inventories, direct material usage, and develop employees while ensuring safety and housekeeping standards are met. A strong background in ERP/MRP tools and a high-volume, high-mix environment is essential.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Business Admin / Economics / IE / Production Management and related disciplines.
Minimum 5 years working experience in a high-volume high mix production environment managing production with at least 3 years in supervisory position.
Experience working with Oracle/ ERP/ SAP/ MRP tools.
Experience working on lean manufacturing and quality improvement projects.
Computer software knowledge, especially in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

Ensure production schedule adherence and drive improvements in HPU, cycle time, and inventory management.
Determine capacity resources needed to meet the production plan.
Manage dispatching of work orders according to the build plan.
Drive workmanship and quality improvements and control direct material usage.
Maintain inventories at desired levels and manage employee attrition/retention.
Coordinate activities to enhance teamwork and working environment.
Ensure compliance with Safety, ESD, Cleanroom and housekeeping guidelines.
Meet performance metrics (HPU, DPPM, cycle time, etc.).
Participate in Lean Manufacturing initiatives as needed.