Production Supervisor

Hirehub Group; Kulai; On-site; MYR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Hirehub Group in Senai, Johor, invites applications for a senior role overseeing safety, production planning, and quality control in a global automotive components operation. You will drive standardized processes, lead lean initiatives, and coordinate cross-functional teams to meet on-time delivery targets.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, familiarity with IATF 16949, FMEA and SPC tools, and a track record of cost control and efficiency improvements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of working experience with at least 3 years in team management.
• Strong knowledge of lean production and production planning.
• Familiar with IATF 16949, FMEA and SPC tools.
• Proficient in MES system operation and safety regulations.
• Chinese-speaking candidates willing to work a 6-day week appreciated.

Responsibilities

• Safety Management: conduct regular safety training and inspections and remove hazards.
• Production Planning & Delivery: allocate resources and track material availability for on-time delivery.
• Quality Control: enforce FAI/IPQC and address quality issues with corrective actions.
• Standardized Operations: ensure adherence to standard work and process specs.
• Cost Control: manage consumables and utility usage to reduce waste.
• Efficiency Improvement: optimize systems and pursue energy savings and productivity gains.
• On-Site Management: perform 6S checks, maintain clean, safe production environment and coordinate with departments.

Skills

Team management

Organizational leadership

Talent development

Lean manufacturing

Production planning

Office software

Education

Associate degree or higher in Mechanical/Robotics or related field

Tools

MES system

FMEA

SPC tools

IATF 16949

Job description

Company Background

A global automotive parts manufacturer specializing in drivetrain and chassis components, supplying high-quality products to OEMs and aftermarket customers worldwide. The company focuses on precision engineering, innovation, and efficient manufacturing to support the automotive industry.

Job Descriptions

• Safety Management: Conduct regular safety training and activities for workshop staff; perform safety inspections on electrical/gas/equipment/windows/doors; promptly eliminate hidden hazards; and strictly prohibit violations.
• Production Planning & Delivery: Allocate human/machine/material/method/environment resources according to scheduling; track material availability; coordinate to resolve abnormalities; ensure on-time order delivery.
• Quality Control: Enforce First Article Inspection (FAI) and In-Process Quality Control (IPQC); promptly address quality issues and customer complaints; analyze and implement corrective actions; ensure complete and traceable inspection records.
• Standardized Operations: Guide employees to follow standard work procedures and process specifications; correct violations; coach and improve quality awareness.
• Cost Control: Manage usage of consumable and fragile parts; conserve water/electricity/gas; reduce waste and scrap; contribute to department cost-reduction targets.
• Efficiency Improvement: Optimize systems and manufacturing processes; pursue energy savings, workforce reduction, and output gains; continuously improve workshop productivity.
• On-Site Management: Conduct daily 6S inspections and maintain records; promote transparent production information; collaborate effectively with related departments; maintain a clean, organized, and safe production environment.

Job Requirements

• Mechanical / Robotics or related major, associate's degree or above.
• Proficient in team management, organizational leadership, talent development, and standard office software.
• Minimum 5 years of working experience, including at least 3 years in team management.
• Solid understanding of mechanical drafting, organizational management, lean production, and production planning.
• Familiar with IATF 16949 quality system as well as FMEA and SPC tools; skilled in lean manufacturing and automated assembly techniques; capable of process optimization, troubleshooting, and cost control.
• Proficient in MES system operation, safety regulations, and ergonomics.
• Chinese-speaking candidates who are willing to accept a 6-day work week are greatly appreciated.

Location: Senai, Johor

Salary Range: RM8k - 12k (negotiable)

PIC: Ms Haze ([phone])