Production Manager / Supervisor

WAYON ENERGY; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy technology company in Johor Bahru is seeking a Production Manager to lead daily operations and manage a diverse workforce. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and over 3 years of manufacturing experience. Proficiency in English, Malay, and Mandarin is essential for effective communication with teams and engineers. This role involves optimizing processes, ensuring product quality, and meeting safety standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Hands-on experience in setting up and running an electromechanical factory (0 to 1 preferred).
• Proficient in English, Malay, and Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily production operations.
• Communicate closely with Chinese engineers.
• Manage and train a multicultural workforce.
• Drive process optimization and cost control.
• Ensure compliance with quality and safety regulations.

Skills

Production management

Cost control

Quality systems

Problem-solving

Coordination

Communication

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering

Job description

Wayon Energy Technology Co., Ltd. was established in September 2013 as the business platform company of Hong Kong-listed Wasion Holdings Limited (HK3393) for its "Source, Grid, Load, Storage" development strategy. The company is primarily engaged in the R&D,production, and sales of smart power distribution equipment, new energy storage systems, and charging/swapping equipment, while also providing customers with new energy power station system solutions.

WeYoung is the manufacturing facility of Wayon Energy in Malaysia, is a low-voltage power distribution shelter manufacturing facility located in Kulai. We currently maintain stable production orders. By August, we'll have approximately 100 staff onsite (including both Chinese and other countries workers).

Job Responsibilities

• 1.Lead and oversee daily production operations to ensure efficiency, quality, and timely delivery.
• 2.Communicate closely with Chinese engineers to align technical standards and resolve production issues.
• 3.Manage and train a multicultural workforce, including supervisors, technicians, and frontline workers from various countries.
• 4.Drive process optimization, cost control, and preventive maintenance to improve productivity and reduce downtime.
• 5.Ensure full compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and local health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Qualifications & Skills

• 1.Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.
• 2.3+ years of manufacturing experience.
• 3.Hands-on experience in setting up and running an electromechanical factory (0 to 1 preferred).
• 4.Strong background in production management, cost control, and quality systems.
• 5.Proficient in English, Malay, and Mandarin for effective communication with both Chinese engineers and local teams.
• 6.Excellent coordination, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills.