Production Manager

SMT Technologies Sdn Bhd; Sungai Petani; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronic manufacturing services provider in Sungai Petani is seeking an experienced professional to oversee production lines while ensuring quality standards are met. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Engineering or Manufacturing and at least 5 years of relevant EMS experience. Strong leadership, analytical, and decision-making skills are essential for success in this fast-paced environment. The role offers medical benefits, allowances, and performance-based increments.

Benefits

Medical

Miscellaneous allowance

Parking

Vision

Performance Merit-based Increment

Bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in EMS or high-volume electronics manufacturing.
• Proven experience in production planning and people management.
• Good understanding of SMT, assembly, and box build processes (added advantage).

Responsibilities

• Oversee all production lines and ensure operations follow SOPs and quality standards.
• Lead, coach, and guide Production Supervisors and Operators.
• Work closely with QA/QC teams to implement corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Decision-making skills

Education

Degree/Diploma in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field

Job description

Company Overview

SMT Technologies Sdn Bhd is the world's Top 41 ranked Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider. Incorporated in October 1993, SMTT is one of the market leading EMS provider in South East Asia (Malaysia, Thailand) that offer a whole range of services ranging from product design, complete box build manufacturing and full turnkey solutions. We are focused on delivering best in class manufacturing, product development, engineering and supply chain solutions to OEMs in the computing, medical devices, lighting, industrial and consumer sectors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all production lines and ensure operations follow SOPs, WI, and quality standards.
• Ensure output meets required productivity, quality, and cost targets.
• Monitor line downtime and take corrective actions promptly.
• Balance line loading, manpower allocation, and machine utilization for optimal efficiency.
• Ensure smooth production flow from SMT, Assembly, Testing, and Box Build.
• Lead, coach, and guide Production Supervisors, Line Leaders, and Operators.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide development opportunities.
• Promote a positive and disciplined working culture with accountability and teamwork.
• Ensure all products meet customer requirements and internal quality standards.
• Work closely with QA/QC teams to address quality issues, implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Support internal/external audits related to ISO, IATF, and customer requirements.
• Enforce compliance with workplace safety and 5S standards.
• Track daily/weekly KPIs such as output, yield, scrap rate, manpower efficiency, and downtime.
• Prepare production reports for management review.
• Analyze production performance trends and propose improvement actions.

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in EMS or high-volume electronics manufacturing.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Proven experience in production planning and people management.
• Good understanding of SMT, assembly, and box build processes (added advantage).
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.

Perks and Benefits

• Medical
• Miscellaneous allowance
• Parking
• Vision
• Performance Merit-based Increment
• Bonus