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A manufacturing firm in Penang seeks a Production Supervisor to oversee production activities, manage quality control, and ensure safety compliance. The ideal candidate holds a Diploma and has at least 2 years of leadership experience in production operations. Proficiency in Mandarin is required for effective communication with Chinese customers. This role offers career growth opportunities in a supportive environment focused on innovative manufacturing processes.
Oversee overall production activities, including productivity improvement, output achievement, and scrap control.
Plan, organize, and monitor production schedules to meet output, productivity, and delivery targets.
Manage order changes, tooling preparation, and changeover processes to ensure readiness of tooling, materials, and setup before production begins.
Lead, supervise, and support operators in their daily tasks, ensuring adherence to SOPs and work instructions.
Train, coach, motivate, and develop operators to enhance their skills and overall performance.
Conduct performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback.
Foster teamwork, effective communication, and strong work discipline among operators.
Manage operator allocation, workflow distribution, and line discipline to ensure smooth operations.
Maintain process control activities including scrap recording, material shortage transactions, and documentation accuracy.
Perform first article inspections prior to mass production and ensure process discipline throughout production.
Track, record, and control raw material usage to ensure material accuracy and traceability.
Ensure all products meet customer specifications and internal quality standards.
Identify, report, and escalate quality issues or process deviations promptly.
Support quality improvement initiatives and participate in root cause analysis for defects or recurring issues.
Ensure compliance with quality management systems and related procedures.
Ensure proper and safe use of tools, equipment, machinery, and materials in compliance with safety and quality standards.
Enforce production safety rules and monitor safe working behavior among operators.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production environment in line with 5S standards.
Report unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, or potential hazards immediately.
Record daily production output, machine downtime, scrap levels, manpower attendance, and other relevant production data accurately.
Track raw material usage, verify records, and ensure complete material traceability.
Prepare and submit production reports and line performance updates to supervisors or department heads.
Provide timely feedback on production issues and recommend improvement actions.
Drive scrap reduction, productivity improvement, and output achievement initiatives.
Perform any additional duties assigned by supervisors or management to support operational goals.
Minimum Diploma in Manufacturing, Electrical, Mechanical, Operations Management, or related fields.
At least 2 years of hands‑on leadership experience managing production operations.
Strong knowledge of process control, production supervision, safety practices, and quality management.
Demonstrated leadership, communication, teamwork, and problem‑solving skills.
Proficiency in Mandarin to communicate effectively with Chinese customers.
Willingness to work weekends or overtime when required.
Responsible, proactive, disciplined, and able to perform effectively.
Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
Willingness and ability to work in a startup company environment.
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Collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team.
Enjoy a competitive benefits and compensation package.