Production Manager

Symmetry Medical Malaysia; Penang; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical device manufacturer in Penang is seeking a Production Manager to oversee the production team, ensuring efficient and quality production processes while maintaining high safety standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of management experience in CNC machining and a strong background in the medical device industry. This position requires leadership skills, the ability to drive continuous improvements, and the capacity to mentor and develop associates.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of management experience in machining and manufacturing.
• Experience in CNC machining and medical device industry preferred.
• Ability to train, guide, and coach subordinates.

Responsibilities

• Manage the production team focusing on performance management and development.
• Drive continuous improvement in productivity and quality compliance.
• Ensure production objectives are met efficiently at the lowest cost.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Strong communication skills

CNC machining

LEAN manufacturing knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience or Diploma with 10 years of experience

Tools

CNC machine operations

Job description

This position is responsible for the continuous and efficient production of quantity and quality to support company goals as well as the development of associates and their on-going performance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the safety, quality, productivity with compliance on the area of responsibility.
• Manages the production team including operator, machinist and supervisor/leader, this includes and not limited to performance management, development and competency improvement as well as resource management.
• Drives continuous improvement like OEE/productivity and cost reduction.
• Ensures company production objectives for manufacturing cells at the lowest cost and consistent with quality compliance.
• Manages the manufacturing cells with respect to production volume cost, and quality of production, meeting production schedules, delivery dates and employee training.
• Responsible for meeting the objectives of manufacturing cells performance.
• Develops and enhances current and future manufacturing cells projects.
• Maintains compliance with company policies with regards to all safety and environmental issues.
• Assists Operations Manager to oversee daily operations activities.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Yes

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree with 5 years and above working experience or at least a Diploma with more than 10 years working experience in relevant field.
• Experience in CNC machining and medical device industry is preferred.
• People management, leadership, strong communication skills are required.
• Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in machining and manufacturing with minimum five (5) years of management experience.
• Knowledge of CNC machine operations and use is a must (e.g. Milling, Turn-Mill, Autolathe or Wire-Cut).
• LEAN manufacturing knowledge will be an added advantage.
• Ability to train, guide and coach subordinates.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines/budgets.
• Ability to develop staff results in increased competencies and motivation of employees.
• Ability to apply project management techniques in the development and on-going performance of assigned production cells.