Production Technician: Quality, Maintenance & Process Hero

Guocera Sdn Bhd; Kluang; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Guocera Sdn Bhd is seeking a Production Technician to operate and monitor production equipment, perform start-ups/shutdowns, and ensure smooth material flow in its Johor production lines. The role requires following SOPs, basic fault-finding, and strict adherence to safety and 5S standards.

Candidate should have 1–3 years in manufacturing or production equipment, with ceramic or automated production experience considered an advantage. Willingness to work rotating shifts and overtime is required.

Qualifications

• Certificate, Diploma, SKM or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing, Industrial Maintenance or related discipline.
• Minimum 1–3 years of manufacturing / production equipment experience; ceramic or automated production experience is an added advantage.
• Able to follow SOPs and use basic tools.
• Good observation, problem-solving, fault-finding, quality awareness, and attention to detail.
• Good teamwork, communication, reporting skills, and ability to work independently during shifts.
• Strong safety and 5S awareness; willing to work rotating shifts, weekends, overtime, or shutdowns when required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production machinery and equipment according to approved SOPs, work instructions, and production schedules.
• Perform machine start-up, shutdown, set-up, changeover, and authorized parameter adjustments.
• Ensure smooth material and product flow within the assigned production process.
• Monitor critical process parameters, machine status, HMI alarms, and operating conditions.
• Conduct in-process quality checks on product dimensions, appearance, defects, and other specified requirements.
• Record process parameters, production output, rejects, downtime, and abnormalities accurately.
• Take first-line corrective action within authorized limits and report deviations promptly.
• Monitor machine condition, sensors, utilities, transfer systems, and product flow throughout the shift.
• Perform routine inspections, cleaning, lubrication, minor adjustments, and first-line troubleshooting.
• Execute daily / preventive maintenance according to the PVM/PM schedule and assist during breakdown repairs or shutdowns.
• Report abnormal noise, vibration, leakage, overheating, wear, or other equipment deterioration.
• Comply with PPE, lockout/tagout, machine safety, ISO procedures, SOPs, and work instructions.
• Maintain housekeeping and 5S standards within the assigned production area.
• Report unsafe conditions, near misses, incidents, and equipment risks immediately.
• Maintain accurate production, quality, maintenance, breakdown, and downtime records.
• Conduct proper shift handover covering machine, output, quality, maintenance, and outstanding issues.
• Coordinate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and relevant teams to ensure smooth production flow.

Skills

Manufacturing basics

HMI operation

Troubleshooting

SOP compliance

Teamwork

Education

Certificate / Diploma / SKM in Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics/Manufacturing or related

Tools

Measuring tools

Basic maintenance tools

Job description

Guocera Sdn Bhd is seeking a Production Technician to operate and monitor production equipment, perform start-ups/shutdowns, and ensure smooth material flow in its Johor production lines. The role requires following SOPs, basic fault-finding, and strict adherence to safety and 5S standards.

Candidate should have 1–3 years in manufacturing or production equipment, with ceramic or automated production experience considered an advantage. Willingness to work rotating shifts and overtime is required.