PRODUCTION MANAGER

Oriental Fastech Manufacturing Sdn Bhd; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Oriental Fastech Manufacturing Sdn. Bhd. (OFM) in Bukit Minyak Industrial Area is seeking an seasoned Operations Manager to plan, lead, and optimize daily electronics manufacturing activities to meet production targets.

The role requires 8–10 years in electronics manufacturing with 3–5 years in management, strong knowledge of PCBA processes, Lean/Six Sigma, ISO/ESD standards, and proven leadership to drive continuous improvement and cost control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field.
• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in electronics manufacturing, with at least 3–5 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of PCBA manufacturing processes, including SMT, Wave Soldering, Selective Soldering, AOI, ICT, and Assembly operations.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with IPC standards, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ESD requirements.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Proficient in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skill

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and monitor daily manufacturing operations to achieve production targets.
• Ensure efficient utilization of manpower, equipment, and materials.
• Monitor production output, efficiency, and productivity to meet customer delivery requirements.
• Coordinate with Production Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Lead CAPA for operational issues and drive Lean, Kaizen, 5S, and CI initiatives.
• Analyze operational performance and implement process improvements to reduce costs.
• Monitor KPIs such as OEE, yield, scrap rate, and on-time delivery.
• Lead, coach, and develop production supervisors and departmental teams.
• Manage workforce planning, training, and employee engagement.
• Ensure OSH compliance and safety reviews.
• Ensure ISO standards compliance and customer audits.
• Monitor and control operational expenses and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders on operational requirements.
• Support inventory control and NPI activities.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through consistent delivery and quality performance.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Plan, organize, and monitor daily manufacturing operations to achieve production targets.

Ensure efficient utilization of manpower, equipment, and materials.

Monitor production output, efficiency, and productivity to meet customer delivery requirements.

Coordinate with Production Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to ensure smooth operations.

Quality Management

Ensure compliance with customer specifications, IPC standards, and company quality requirements.

Support quality improvement initiatives to reduce defects, rework, and customer complaints.

Lead corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for operational issues.

Drive Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and Continuous Improvement initiatives.

Analyze operational performance and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce manufacturing costs.

Monitor and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) such as OEE, yield, scrap rate, and on-time delivery.

People Management

Lead, coach, and develop production supervisors and departmental teams.

Manage workforce planning, training, performance evaluations, and employee engagement.

Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Safety & Compliance

Ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) regulations and company safety policies.

Promote a safe working environment and conduct regular safety reviews.

Ensure compliance with ISO standards and customer audit requirements.

Cost Management

Monitor and control operational expenses within approved budgets.

Identify cost‑saving opportunities through process optimization and waste reduction.

Support inventory control and material utilization improvement initiatives.

Work closely with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to address operational requirements.

Support customer audits, business reviews, and new product introduction (NPI) activities.

Ensure customer satisfaction through consistent delivery and quality performance.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field.

Minimum 8–10 years of experience in electronics manufacturing, with at least 3–5 years in a managerial role.

Strong knowledge of PCBA manufacturing processes, including SMT, Wave Soldering, Selective Soldering, AOI, ICT, and Assembly operations.

Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement methodologies.

Familiarity with IPC standards, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ESD requirements.

Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision‑making skills.

Proficient in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skill

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as an operations manager?
• How many years of people management experience do you have?
• Have you worked in a role where you were responsible for stock control?
• Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of ISO 9001?
• Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?

Oriental Fastech Manufacturing Sdn. Bhd. (OFM), located in Bukit Minyak Industrial Area is a company incorporated on 10.04.2006 and fully owned subsidiary of YBS International Berhad (Formerly known as LNG Resources Berhad) listed in Ace Market in Malaysia. OFM is engaged in promoted activities in Advanced Electronics sector. It principal activities as manufacture and sale of precision machining and stamping components for telecommunication, industrial sensor, switches, electronics equipment and other industries and the provision of related specialized engineering services.

Oriental Fastech Manufacturing Sdn. Bhd. (OFM), located in Bukit Minyak Industrial Area is a company incorporated on 10.04.2006 and fully owned subsidiary of YBS International Berhad (Formerly known as LNG Resources Berhad) listed in Ace Market in Malaysia. OFM is engaged in promoted activities in Advanced Electronics sector. It principal activities as manufacture and sale of precision machining and stamping components for telecommunication, industrial sensor, switches, electronics equipment and other industries and the provision of related specialized engineering services.