Production Manager I

Parker Hannifin; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Malaysia Sdn Bhd is seeking an Operations Manager to lead all production activities at the Shah Alam site. You will drive lean execution, talent development, and cross-functional alignment to achieve safety, regulatory, quality, and delivery targets.

The role requires 6–8 years in an overhaul/repair or related manufacturing environment, with a strong focus on leadership and continuous improvement. Extensive coordination across functions is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex issues.
• Proven leadership qualities to guide and motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and oversee day to day operations to ensure timely, efficient and high-quality maintenance activities.
• Monitor production schedules, capacity and resources to meet turnaround time (TAT) and delivery commitments.
• Maximize productivity by managing manpower planning, workflow balancing and shift performance tracking.
• Ensure safety, quality and regulatory compliance across maintenance activities.
• Build and mentor a high performing team with performance reviews and career development.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Problem-solving

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

Job Title: Operations Manager

Position Summary

Responsible for leading all production activities for the site while ensure safety, regulatory compliance, quality and delivery standards are consistently met. Drives a performance-based culture through lean execution, talent development and cross-functional alignment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Management
• Plan, coordinate and oversee day to day operations to ensure timely, efficient and high-quality maintenance activities.
• Monitor production schedules, capacity and resources to meet TAT and delivery commitments.
• Maximize productivity by managing manpower planning, workflow balancing and shift performance tracking.
• Ensure availability of tools, parts and documentation to support uninterrupted operations.
• Implement and track KPI’s for productivity, efficiency, quality and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with other function to resolve conflicts in scheduling, priority orders and delivery commitments.
• Monitor operational metrics including yield, efficiency, labor utilization, rework rate, and customer satisfaction. Lead action planning for continuous improvement.
• Safety, Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance
• Promote a culture of safety and compliance across all maintenance activities.
• Enforce adherence to SMS (Safety Management System) protocols throughout shop floor.
• Ensure full compliance with aviation regulatory authorities, internal procedures and other applicable local and international regulations.
• Oversee the execution of maintenance procedure in accordance with CMMs, MOE and regulatory guidelines.
• Partner with support functions to evaluate process improvements, update work instructions and implement efficiency improvements that align with regulatory compliance.
• Employee Engagement
• Create a positive and inclusive work culture that promotes responsibilities, accountability and recognition.
• Facilitate open communication and feedback mechanism to ensure high levels of employee engagement and satisfaction.
• Foster a continuous learning environment through training program, cross-training amd on-job development.
• Encourage knowledge sharing initiatives and create platform for mentorship between experiences staff and new recruits.
• Drive lean manufacturing initiatives including implementation of kanban systems, point-of-use inventory and visual controls to reduce waste and improve flow.
• Support implementation of inventory reduction strategies to reduce outages and excess WIP while maintaining service levels.
• Team Leadership & Talent Development
• Build and mentor a high performing team. Implement performance reviews, competency matrices and career development plans.
• Ensure cross-training, upskilling, and succession planning to create a strong internal talent pipeline.
• Built internal leadership pipelines through coaching, training and delegation of responsibilities.
• Ensure continuity of operations by developing bench strength for key roles within the organization.
• Continuous Improvement and Strategic Execution
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing and process optimization.
• Identify and implement technology and automation solutions to enhance productivity and traceability.
• Forecast workforce and material requirement based on workload planning and business outlook.
• Develop and manage operational budgets, ensuring cost control, resources optimization and financial performance targets are met.
• Others

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience that demonstrates both theoretical and practical knowledge in the discipline.
• Minimum of 6 to 8 years of working experience in an overhaul and repair (MRO) environment or other related manufacturing industry.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve complex issues in innovative and practical ways and evaluate alternative solutions that may involve coordination across multiple teams.
• Mature and tactful disposition, capable of fostering a collaborative team environment and leading the team through positive organizational or operational changes.
• Proven leadership qualities with the ability to manage, guide, and motivate a team towards achieving performance and operational goals.
• Capability to assess and develop both individual and team skills and competencies, in alignment with business and operational needs.
• Ability to identify, assess, and implement continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing practices to enhance productivity, efficiency, and quality.

Job Location:

Parker Hannifin Malaysia Sdn Bhd (Parker Aerospace)

No. 4, Jalan Lada Hitam 16/12, Seksyen 16, 40200 Shah Alam, SELANGOR.