Manufacturing Team Lead – Operations & Continuous Improvement

TE Connectivity; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TE Connectivity is seeking a Manufacturing Team Lead in Perai, Penang to oversee daily production and drive efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement across the line. You will manage schedules, ensure proper line setup, and monitor safety, documentation, and process adherence in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires leadership, strong communication, and hands-on experience with production procedures and MRP systems.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of personal computer and software basics.
• Ability to read and interpret blue prints and drawings.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Experience using MRP systems to manage production.
• Target orientation with focus on meeting goals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to motivate and lead operators to production goals.
• Basic math skills and comfortable with production procedures.
• Ability to perform all jobs on the production line.

Responsibilities

• Assist and monitor employees in job performance and provide input to Area Lead.
• Maintain production schedules and line setup per layout and prints.
• Ensure proper clean up and safe operation of equipment.
• Enforce Quality System procedures and safety regulations.
• Complete required documentation and manage quarantine of rejects.
• Make decisions on operations related to assigned lines.
• Support 1st piece inspections and post quantity goals to Area Lead.
• Promote teamwork and coordinate with production control on schedule changes.
• Communicate issues to Area Lead and ensure timely paperwork.

Skills

Read blueprints

Attention to detail

MRP systems

Leadership

Communication

Motivate teams

Basic computer skills

Production procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Evidence of continued education & training

3-5 years experience in production line

Job description

TE Connectivity is seeking a Manufacturing Team Lead in Perai, Penang to oversee daily production and drive efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement across the line. You will manage schedules, ensure proper line setup, and monitor safety, documentation, and process adherence in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires leadership, strong communication, and hands-on experience with production procedures and MRP systems.