Production Manager - SMT Function

Plexus Manufacturing Sdn Bhd; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Miscellaneous allowance

Dental

Sports

Parking

Employee Privilege Program

Meal Subsidy

Job summary

Are you a high-energy manufacturing leader with a deep technical foundation in SMT and high-reliability PCBA? We are looking for an experienced Production Manager to drive line performance, champion operational excellence, and mentor high-performing manufacturing teams on our factory floor.

If you thrive in a fast-paced Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) environment and know how to balance First Pass Yield, line throughput, and Lean transformation, this is your next career move.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electronics, or Industrial Management.
• 10 years of progressive production leadership in PCBA/EMS manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on SMT knowledge including screen printing, SPI, pick-and-place, reflow, AOI, and X-ray.

Responsibilities

• Drive SMT and mechanical assembly operations across lines to hit KPIs (OTD, FPY, OEE, scrap reduction, labor efficiency).
• Lead and coach supervisors and operators, driving cross-training for flexibility.
• Drive 6S, GEMBA, SMED, and CI projects to eliminate waste.
• Partner with Process Engineering to resolve bottlenecks and downtime.

Skills

SMT expertise

Lean manufacturing

Team leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Industrial Management

Tools

MES/ERP platforms

SPI/AOI equipment

P&P machines

Job description

Are you a high-energy manufacturing leader with a deep technical foundation in Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and high-reliability PCBA?

We are looking for an experienced Production Manager to drive line performance, champion operational excellence, and mentor high-performing manufacturing teams on our factory floor.

If you thrive in a fast-paced Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) environment and know how to balance First Pass Yield, line throughput, and Lean transformation, this is your next career move.

What You’ll Do

Drive SMT Excellence: Provide daily operations across SMT and mechanical assembly lines, hitting target KPIs across OTD, FPY, OEE, scrap reduction, and labor efficiency.

Lead & Inspire: Empowering supervisors and operators through continuous coaching and development while driving cross-training programs for maximum flexibility.

Master Quality & RCCA: Driving zero-defect quality through rigorous RCCA and uncompromising IPC, RoHS, and customer standards.

Execute Lean Initiatives: Drive 6S layout improvements, GEMBA walks, SMED/changeover optimizations, and continuous improvement projects to eliminate waste.

Solve Technical Challenges: Partner with Process Engineering to solve complex production bottlenecks, equipment downtime, and high-mix/high-volume scheduling changes.

Job Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electronics, or Industrial Management required.

Experience: 10 years of progressive production leadership in PCBA / EMS manufacturing environments.

SMT Expertise: Hands-on technical knowledge of screen printing, SPI, pick-and-place systems, reflow profiling, AOI, and X-ray inspection.

Standards & Systems: Solid expertise in IPC-A-610 standards, Lean/Six Sigma methodologies, and modern MES/ERP platforms.

Why Join Us?

Strategic leadership position with a strong focus on high-tech manufacturing.

Collaborative culture built on continuous learning, associate development, and innovation.

Competitive compensation package and advancement opportunities.

Consumer Electronics Manufacturing More than 10,000 employees

Make a difference with Plexus.

We are creators. Innovators. Engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and service experts passionate about building a better world. When you join Plexus, you'll be part of a collaborative, imaginative team of problem-solvers. You'll partner with leading companies across the globe to bring exciting, life-changing new technologies to their customers.

Plexus is a global company where you can push the boundaries of innovation and discover your highest potential. You can deliver solutions to our customers through visionary products that protect lives, discover elusive answers, help people and cultures connect, and revolutionize how we experience the world around us. Whether you're an experienced professional or skilled manufacturer, a recent graduate ready to make an impact or a student eager to gain hands-on internship experience — with a career at Plexus, you can make a real difference.

Make a difference with Plexus.

We are creators. Innovators. Engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and service experts passionate about building a better world. When you join Plexus, you'll be part of a collaborative, imaginative team of problem-solvers. You'll partner with leading companies across the globe to bring exciting, life-changing new technologies to their customers.

Plexus is a global company where you can push the boundaries of innovation and discover your highest potential. You can deliver solutions to our customers through visionary products that protect lives, discover elusive answers, help people and cultures connect, and revolutionize how we experience the world around us. Whether you're an experienced professional or skilled manufacturer, a recent graduate ready to make an impact or a student eager to gain hands-on internship experience — with a career at Plexus, you can make a real difference.

Perks and benefits Medical Miscellaneous allowance Dental Sports (e.g. Gym) Parking Event Center, Employee Privilege Program, Meal Sub