Production Manager

AIXTRON SE; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 325,203 - 406,504; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Development opportunities

Training programs

Job summary

AIXTRON SE is seeking a Production Manager for its new manufacturing hub in Batu Kawan, Malaysia. This critical role involves operational leadership for production processes, including assembly, testing, and qualifying during various project phases.

As a purpose-driven professional, you will shape the production function, ensuring quality-driven operations while optimizing workflows and adhering to safety standards. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in semiconductor production, strong leadership qualities, and strategic process-building skills.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of Production / Manufacturing experience, including at least 5 within the semiconductor industry.
• Ability to translate Shop Floor KPI to ERP/MES KPI.
• Strong knowledge across production and industrial engineering.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement production processes for the start-up and growth phases.
• Lead and optimize production processes for systems and components.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.

Skills

Production / Manufacturing experience

Visual Management

Shop Floor routines

Production planning

Cost management

Continuous improvement methodologies

Health and safety regulations

Quality control processes

Fluent in English

Fluent in Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Batu Kawan, Malaysia // Operations / Production // With Professional Experience

AIXTRON is a technology and innovation-driven market leader in deposition equipment (MOCVD) forthird-generation semiconductor materials such asGaN, SiC and GaAs—critical enablers forenergy efficiency, data communications and AI infrastructure. Headquartered in Herzogenrath, Germany, we hold the#1 market position in each of the markets we serve and build some of the industry’s most sophisticated high-tech systems. What sets us apart is how we combine deep technology focus, customer orientation and speed of innovation with strong team spirit, agility and a collaborative company culture. Learn more at www.aixtron.com .

AIXTRON’s new manufacturing & engineering hub in Malaysia

We are building a newgreenfield manufacturing and engineering hubinBatu Kawan, Penang. The site will provide astate-of-the-art cleanroom environment for assembly & testingof our high-end systems and will contribute toengineering for the next generation of products. Operations are planned to start in2027with a rapid ramp-up. Beyond technology, the new location is designed as a modern workplace with state-of the art office and amenities —built to foster collaboration and a strong focus on people's wellbeing.

Who we are looking for

We are looking forpurpose-driven builders: hands-on professionals with entrepreneurial spirit who enjoy setting up structures, improving processes and taking ownership in a fast-moving environment. As pioneers of our Malaysia site, you will help to shape not only your function, but also how we work together locally — while being connected to a global team of around1,000 employees from ~60 nationalities across Asia, Europe and the US. We offer competitive benefits, outstanding technical expertise, development opportunities and training.

About the role

As Production Manager, you are responsible for the operationalleadership andperformance of the Production function consisting out of assembly, commissioning and qualifying during start-up, ramp-up, and ongoing operations. In close collaboration with site leadership, the role defines and implements robust production processes and ensures effective execution across assembly, testing, and validation activities.

Initially this will be a critical hands-on role, requiring a strategic mindset and ability to build a team, establish process and drive the production set up for a greenfield factory project while executing an interim production for an accelerated market ecosystem entry.

This role will ensure efficient, and quality-driven daily operations by establishing structured workflows, clear responsibilities, and standardized processes. It drives on-time delivery, cost control, and adherence to defined quality standards while continuously optimizing organizational processes, interfaces, and operational tools within the group standards.

Responsibilities

• Partner with site leadership to define and implement the production processes and strategy for the start-up and growth phases
• Lead, develop and implement on-time, cost-efficient, and quality-optimized production process for systems and components (assembly, testing, and qualifying)
• Lead, motivate and develop the Production teams
• Instruct and control company´s business processes consequently
• Create and maintain smooth workflowswithin the department
• Plan, monitor, and ensure compliancewith the cost center budget
• Responsible for the continuous optimization of organizational processes, interfaces, and toolsused within the area of responsibility
• Report and further development of departmental KPIs
• Ensure and conduct controlswithin the framework of SOX / compliance
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations and guidelinesfor accident prevention and occupational safety

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing or related field
• 8+ yearsof Production / Manufacturing experience, includingat least 5 within the semiconductor industry
• Strong, hands-on knowledge across production and industrial engineering
• Deep belief and experience in Visual Management and Shop Floor routines
• Ability to translate Shop Floor KPI to ERP/MES KPI
• Ability to work strategically and hands-on, and to build processes from scratch.
• High integrity and ability to lead a large team
• Proficiency in production planning, cost management and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g Lean, Six sigma).
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and quality control processes
• Fluent inEnglish and Bahasa Malaysia;Mandarinis an advantage.

Working Conditions

• Role based atAIXTRON Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
• Majority of work at theBatu Kawansite.
• Occasional travel to Headquarters in Germany or other regional sites.