Operation Manager (CNC Machining)

Private Advertiser; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser is seeking an experienced production leader for its Sheet Metal Fabrication unit in Malaysia. You will oversee overall operations, drive production performance, and ensure on-time delivery while managing backlog and working closely with Sales, Planning, Engineering, QA/QC, Supply Chain and Finance.

We are looking for a hands-on professional with CNC, laser cutting, welding and coating expertise, strong leadership, and a track record in cost control and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Must have: CNC machine setup, CNC programming.
• Diploma/Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business or related field.
• 8–10 years' experience in Sheet Metal Fabrication, Metal Manufacturing or related manufacturing operations.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of Laser Cutting, CNC, Welding, Powder Coating and Assembly.
• Experience in managing production, capacity, manpower, backlog and delivery.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving and business acumen.
• Experience in OT and cost control is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Oversee overall business and operational performance of the Sheet Metal Fabrication business unit.
• Manage daily production activities, output, capacity planning, and manpower utilization across fabrication processes.
• Drive sales performance, order backlog management, and customer delivery commitments.
• Monitor OEE, productivity, and overtime costs to optimize operational efficiency and resource utilization.
• Ensure production quality, workplace safety, and on-time delivery targets are consistently achieved.
• Identify production bottlenecks and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance processes and reduce costs.
• Lead, coach, and develop production and fabrication teams to improve performance and achieve operational goals.
• Collaborate with Sales, Planning, Engineering, QA/QC, Supply Chain, and Finance to align production activities with business objectives.

Skills

CNC machine setup

CNC programming

Laser cutting

Welding

Powder coating

Assembly

Leadership

Process improvement

Capacity planning

Backlog management

OT & cost control

Education

Diploma/Degree in Engineering/Manufacturing/Operations Management/Business

Job description

Oversee overall business and operational performance of the Sheet Metal Fabrication business unit.

Manage daily production activities, output, capacity planning, and manpower utilization across fabrication processes.

Drive sales performance, order backlog management, and customer delivery commitments.

Monitor OEE, productivity, and overtime costs to optimize operational efficiency and resource utilization.

Ensure production quality, workplace safety, and on-time delivery targets are consistently achieved.

Identify production bottlenecks and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance processes and reduce costs.

Lead, coach, and develop production and fabrication teams to improve performance and achieve operational goals.

Collaborate with Sales, Planning, Engineering, QA/QC, Supply Chain, and Finance to align production activities with business objectives.

Requirements:

Must have: CNC machine setup, CNC programming

Diploma/Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business or related field.

8–10 years' experience in Sheet Metal Fabrication, Metal Manufacturing or related manufacturing operations.

Strong hands‑on knowledge of Laser Cutting, CNC, Welding, Powder Coating and Assembly.

Experience in managing production, capacity, manpower, backlog and delivery.

Strong leadership, problem‑solving and business acumen.

Experience in OT and cost control is an advantage.