Polishing Production Lead: Optimize Quality & Efficiency

Guocera Sdn Bhd; Kluang; On-site; MYR 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Guocera Sdn Bhd is seeking a Production Executive to lead polishing line operations at our Johor facilities. You will optimize polishing parameters, monitor line performance, and collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, and Production teams to ensure smooth, compliant manufacturing processes.

The role requires a Degree or Diploma in engineering-related fields and 1–2 years’ experience in ceramic tile manufacturing, preferably polishing. Knowledge of HMI systems and defect analysis is desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Ceramic Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in ceramic tile manufacturing, preferably in polishing operations.
• Strong knowledge of porcelain tile polishing processes, surface finishing technology, and quality requirements.
• Experience in leading production teams within a continuous manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of polishing abrasives, calibration procedures, and defect analysis.
• Familiarity with HMI-based production systems and process monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily polishing line operations and ensure smooth production activities.
• Optimize polishing process parameters to achieve quality and output targets.
• Monitor machine performance, downtime, yield, and defect rates.
• Investigate and resolve production, process, and quality issues through root cause analysis.
• Coordinate with Maintenance, Quality, Kiln, Trimming, and Sorting teams to ensure seamless operations.
• Monitor abrasive consumption and improve cost efficiency.
• Lead manpower planning, training, and team development.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, housekeeping, and 5S standards.
• Drive continuous improvement projects to improve productivity and product recovery.

Skills

Leadership

Process monitoring

Root cause analysis

Safety compliance

Quality mindset

Continuous improvement

HMI systems

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial/Ceramic/Chemical/Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Guocera Sdn Bhd is seeking a Production Executive to lead polishing line operations at our Johor facilities. You will optimize polishing parameters, monitor line performance, and collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, and Production teams to ensure smooth, compliant manufacturing processes.

The role requires a Degree or Diploma in engineering-related fields and 1–2 years’ experience in ceramic tile manufacturing, preferably polishing. Knowledge of HMI systems and defect analysis is desirable.