Production Manager

Ametek Engineered Materials Sdn Bhd; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 308,000 - 391,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer seeks a Production Manager in Bayan Lepas, Malaysia. In this role, you will oversee production operations, implement quality improvements, and manage staff to achieve objectives. You'll need a Bachelor's degree in engineering, along with at least 5 years in manufacturing and 3 years in a supervisory role. Strong communication skills and knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles are essential. The position offers good career growth and a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Attractive remuneration package

Benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years manufacturing experience with a multi-national company.
• Minimum of 3 years supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement continuous quality and cost improvements.
• Manage staff and resources to achieve production objectives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and practices.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent

Tools

Manufacturing information systems

Job description

The Production Manager is responsible for making decisions on operational matters that may have serious impact on the overall profitability of the site, division, and/or company operations. This position also requires active and exceptional working interactions with customers, Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, Human Resources, US Engineering/Operations teams, and other business units, with critical focus on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and other performances as stipulated in the KPI. He or she will report directly to the Plant Manager and shall work very closely with the Directors/Managers of Engineering/Operations in the US.

This position also requires active and exceptional working interactions with customers, Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, Human Resources, US Engineering/Operations teams, and other business units, with critical focus on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and other performances as stipulated in the KPI. He or she will report directly to the Plant Manager and shall work very closely with the Directors/Managers of Engineering/Operations in the US.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and implement continuous quality and cost improvements related to production operations
• Set and communicate expectations for employees; monitor performance and give recognition when appropriate for performance that meets or exceeds objectives; take corrective action when necessary
• Provide a clean, safe, and organized working environment within the production area that is conducive to efficient and productive operations
• Utilize quality management techniques for problem-solving corrective action and process decisions
• Establish budget and annual plan for production, monitor performance to plan and take corrective action as needed
• Develop, implement and support systems to achieve cost reductions, quality improvements, productivity increases, inventory reductions, and service improvements: Assemble to Order, Build to Order, Line Stock, Kanban, New Technology, Automated Assembly, Set‑Up Reductions, etc
• Research, justify, procure, and implement new technology to maximize production profitability
• Identify process and component changes to improve value and performance of standard product
• Manage the development and implementation of pre‑production projects
• Establish and implement training requirements and develop cross‑trained multi‑functional employees
• Manage staff and resources to achieve production objectives
• Ensure compliance to all Company policies and practices; ensure periodic scheduled cycle counts are undertaken
• Other assigned tasks

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, or equivalent degree; Mechanical background is preferred
• Minimum of 5 years manufacturing experience with a multi‑national company
• Minimum of 3 years supervisory experience
• Knowledge or experience with manufacturing information systems (forecasting, MRP, SPC, labor, costing)
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing, IE, Six Sigma, ISO 9001
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of electromechanical devices with annualized sales of $5 billion. AMETEK has 18,000 colleagues at over 160 manufacturing locations around the world.

Due to the expansion of a new plant; AMETEK Haydon Kirk Pittman, we are seeking a high‑performing and self‑motivated individual with exceptional capabilities to join us for the following position in our organization. The position offers good career development opportunities as well as an attractive remuneration and benefit package to the successful candidate.

www.ametek.com