PMC Manager

Fairwork; Simpang Ampat; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairwork is seeking a Production Material Planning & Coordination professional in Penang, Malaysia. The role involves leading the Planning Team, ensuring timely material supplies, and monitoring production KPIs while collaborating with multiple departments.

Ideal candidates possess a Bachelor's degree and 5-8 years of relevant industry experience, preferably in electronics or medical device manufacturing. Strong skills in ERP systems and planning are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years’ experience in material planning, SMT material control, warehouse operations, or production support.
• Experience in electronics or medical device manufacturing preferred.
• Have experience with semiconductor, medical, industrial control PCBA manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Production Planners and Material Planners in preparing material plans.
• Ensure timely issuance and readiness of materials for all production lines.
• Coordinate closely with Production, Engineering, Purchasing, Warehouse, and QA.

Skills

Planning

Coordination

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Odoo)

Job description

CANDIDATES MUST FROM EMS BACKGROUND

Production Material Planning & Coordination

• Lead and supervise the Production Planners and Material Planners in preparing material plans to support SMT, PCB assembly, sub‑assembly, and Box Build schedules.
• Ensure timely issuance and readiness of materials for all production lines.
• Coordinate closely with Production, Engineering, Purchasing, Warehouse, and QA.
• Monitor production plan achievement and identify risks such as shortages, MSL‑sensitive components, or long lead‑time items.

Inventory & Warehouse Management

• Oversee the Warehouse Team, including receiving, storing, issuing, and line‑side material replenishment.
• Ensure warehouse operations comply with FIFO, MSL, ESD, 5S, and safety standards.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels to avoid shortages, downtime, or excess stock.
• Oversee inventory accuracy, cycle count, and annual stock take activities.
• Lead initiatives to reduce material loss, scrap, and obsolete inventory.

SMT & Box Build Material Flow Support

• Ensure smooth material flow from warehouse → SMT feeders → PCB assembly → sub‑assembly → Box Build → final test.
• Ensure smooth Material Flow for Production Line.
• Supervise Production Line and SMT kitting, feeder setup accuracy, replenishment strategy, and traceability.
• Support Box Build material readiness for cables, mechanical parts, plastics, PCBs, and packaging.
• Ensure accurate ERP/MES transactions for all material movement.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting (KPI Management)

• Responsible for monitoring and improving the following key KPIs:
  • Production Plan Achievement Rate
  • On‑Time Delivery Rate (OTD)
  • Inventory Turnover Rate
  • Inventory Accuracy Rate
  • Material Loss Rate
  • Obsolete Inventory Management
  • Capacity Assessment
  • FIFO, MSL & ESD Compliance
• Prepare weekly/monthly KPI reports, analyze trends, identify root causes, and implement CAPA.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead improvement projects to enhance material flow efficiency and reduce line downtime.
• Support digitalization initiatives such as MES integration, feeder management systems, and barcode scanning.
• Improve traceability, space utilization, and line‑side material management.
• Optimize planner and warehouse manpower planning.

Team Leadership

• Lead, develop, and manage the Planning Team (Production Planners & Material Planners) and Warehouse Team (Warehouse Executives, Storekeepers).
• Ensure all team members follow SOPs, work instructions, and adhere to discipline and accuracy standards.
• Provide training, performance coaching, and skill development.
• Build a culture focused on accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5–8 years’ experience in material planning, SMT material control, warehouse operations, or production support.
• Experience in electronics or medical device manufacturing preferred.

Skills & Technical Competencies

• Have experience with semiconductor, medical, industrial control PCBA manufacturing.
• Experience supporting Box Build assembly (sub‑assembly, wiring, system integration, testing).
• Expertise in BOM structure, routing, traceability for PCB and system assembly.
• Proficient in ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Odoo, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of FIFO, MSL, ESD, GMP, AS9100, ISO 9001, ISO 13485.
• Excellent planning, coordination, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.