Section Head of Manufacturing

Megaforce Sdn Bhd; Gopeng; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Malaysia is seeking a Production Manager to lead molding, assembly, and maintenance activities. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in the manufacturing sector, with proven leadership capabilities. Responsibilities include conducting root cause analysis, managing manpower planning, and promoting continuous improvement initiatives. Familiarity with ERP systems and injection molding practices is preferred. Competitive compensation and career growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of 2 years in a leadership role such as Section Head, Supervisor, or Production Manager.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement in production activities.
• Perform root cause analysis and recommend solutions.
• Responsible for manpower planning and training needs analysis.
• Create CIP, SIP, and SOP for the production floor.

Skills

Production planning

Quality control

Resource management

Root cause analysis

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Master’s degree (a plus)

Tools

ERP systems

Manufacturing software

Job description

Responsible for leading molding, assembly, printing, maintenance, dyeing section

Lead and drive for continuous improvement in production activities in order to achieve delivery schedule planned by production planner

Perform root cause analysis and recommend short term and long term solutions to Production on defect issue

Responsible for promoting 5s within the production areas

Coordinate and liaise with material department, quality and engineering department pertaining to all production/defect issues

Responsible for system and database maintenance including ERP system, etc

Responsible for manpower planning and training need analysis (TNA) for manufacturing department.

To perform work study & analysis, and set the standard for Equipment Capacity & Utilization, people productivity, direct material usage, cycle time, handling method and system layout.

To create CIP, SIP, SOP to production floor.

Responsible to equipment maintenance including injection molding machines, overhead crane, air tanks, air compressor, cooling tower and etc.

To liaise with external parties if repair/maintenance are required by third party.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Management, or a related field. A master’s degree is a plus.

At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with a minimum of 2 years in a leadership role such as Section Head, Supervisor, or Production Manager.

Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems.

Proficient in production planning, quality control, and resource management.

Knowledge of ERP systems and manufacturing software is an advantage.

Preferably some work experience in Injection & Molding field.