Production Supervisor

Lumileds; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumileds is seeking a production supervisor in Penang, Malaysia, to lead manufacturing teams and optimize throughput. You will manage daily schedules, manpower, materials, and equipment while driving safety, quality, delivery and cost improvements.

The role requires strong problem solving and data-driven decision making. Candidates should have 3–5 years in manufacturing with 1–2 years of leadership experience, and a background in electronics or precision manufacturing is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or production environments.
• Leadership or supervisory experience is required.
• Experience with electronics/cleanroom or precision manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach production teams to meet daily safety, quality, delivery and cost targets.
• Manage daily production schedules, manpower, materials, and equipment.
• Conduct shift briefings and ensure cross-team communication.
• Monitor KPIs such as OEE, yield, scrap, downtime and labor efficiency.
• Identify issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure SOPs, quality standards and EHS compliance.

Skills

Production leadership

KPIs management

Problem solving

Root cause analysis

Lean/Six Sigma

5S/Kaizen

Safety mindset

Data-driven decisions

Team performance management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing or Engineering

Job description

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Lumileds International is a global leader in LED technology, innovation, and solutions for the automotive, display, illumination, mobile, and other markets where light sources are essential. Our approximately 3,300 employees operate in over 15 countries to partner with our customers to deliver solutions for lighting, safety, and well-being.

The Lumileds environment is fast-paced, cutting-edge, intelligent and fun! We are looking for exceptional talent to join our team! To learn more, visit lumileds.com.

Who You Are:

Strong production execution, resource planning, and manpower optimization.

Good understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and automation.

Strong EHS awareness and commitment to a safe workplace.

Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.

Knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement.

Ability to manage team performance and make data-driven decisions using production KPIs.

Core Values

Safety First, Integrity, Accountability, Quality, Respect, and Inclusivity.

Commitment toRight First Timeand achieving targets without compromising safety or quality.

Key Attributes

Resilient, calm, and decisive under pressure.

Assertive yet approachable.

Agile, adaptable, and detail-oriented.

What You Will Do:

Lead, coach, and motivate production teams to achieve dailySafety, Quality, Delivery, and Costtargets.

Manage daily production schedules, manpower, materials, and equipment to maximize productivity.

Conduct shift briefings and ensure effective communication across teams and departments.

Monitor KPIs includingOEE, yield, scrap, downtime, changeover time, and labor efficiency.

Identify production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.

Ensure compliance withSOPs, quality standards, and EHS requirements.

Support incident investigations, safety audits, and a strong safety-first culture.

Drive continuous improvement usingLean, 5S, Kaizen, and Six Sigmaprinciples.

Work closely with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, Planning, and Supply Chain to resolve issues and improve operations.

Manage employee performance, training, attendance, and disciplinary matters as required.

What You Will Bring (RequiredQualifications):

3–5 yearsof experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

1–2 yearsof leadership/supervisory experience, such as Shift Lead, Line Leader, or Assistant Supervisor.

Experience inelectronics, cleanroom, precision manufacturing, or a similar environment is preferred.

Strong understanding of production processes, equipment, troubleshooting, and automation.

Experience managing production KPIs and delivering improvements inSafety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.

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

Able to remain calm under pressure, adapt to changing priorities, and lead a diverse production team.

Bachelor's

Field of Study

Manufacturing Or Engineering Field

Years of Experience (Minimum)

3 - 5 years

Lumileds is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer