Production Supervisor

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

Job summary

Hirehub Group is seeking a seasoned production/operations leader for its Senai, Johor facility. The role focuses on safety, lean practices, and reliable production planning to meet customer demands.

Candidates should have a mechanical/robotics background, 5+ years in production leadership, and a strong grasp of IATF 16949, FMEA, and SPC tools. The position requires a 6‑day work week, with Chinese language skills preferred.

Qualifications

• Mechanical / Robotics degree or above.
• 5+ years of experience, including 3+ years in team management.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of lean production and production planning.
• Familiar with IATF 16949, FMEA and SPC tools.
• Willingness to work a 6-day week; Chinese-speaking candidates preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safety Management: conduct regular safety training and inspections; address hazards.
• Production Planning & Delivery: allocate resources; track material; ensure on-time delivery.
• Quality Control: enforce FAI and IPQC; address quality issues; maintain records.
• Standardized Operations: ensure adherence to standard work; coach for quality.
• Cost Control: manage consumables; reduce waste; support cost targets.
• Efficiency Improvement: optimize systems and processes; seek energy savings and productivity gains.
• On-Site Management: conduct 6S inspections; maintain clean, safe production environment.

Skills

Team management

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Production planning

Quality control

Safety compliance

MES operation

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical/Robotics

Tools

MS Office

MES system

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])