Sheet Metal Production Supervisor — Lean & KPI Driven

Kobay Technology Bhd.; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kobay Technology Bhd. is seeking a Production Supervisor in Penang to oversee daily sheet metal fabrication, including cutting, bending, punching, welding and finishing.

You will coordinate manpower, machines and materials to meet schedules and ensure quality and safety standards. Candidates should have 3–5 years in sheet metal fabrication or related supervision, with Lean/Kaizen experience and ISO knowledge.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Production Management or Industrial Technology is an advantage.
• 3–5 years in sheet metal fabrication, CNC machining or production supervision.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory role within manufacturing.
• Hands-on knowledge of sheet metal fabrication processes (cutting, bending, punching, welding, finishing).
• Experience in production planning and scheduling (manpower, machine, material).
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing / Kaizen, waste reduction and process improvement.
• Ability to interpret drawings and tolerances and understand ISO/quality standards.
• Knowledge of CNC / press brake setup and drawing interpretation.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems is an advantage.
• Good QA methods, defect prevention and workplace safety.
• Strong leadership, team development, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily sheet metal fabrication processes, including cutting, bending, punching, welding and finishing.
• Plan and coordinate manpower, machines and materials to meet production schedules and delivery timelines.
• Monitor production output, efficiency and quality, and implement corrective actions where required.
• Ensure compliance with ISO, safety and Lean Manufacturing requirements.
• Coordinate with Engineering, QA and Maintenance teams to resolve production issues.
• Train and guide operators to improve technical skills and production performance.
• Prepare production reports and monitor KPIs.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve production efficiency.
• Support the Production Manager in overall production planning and shop-floor execution.

Skills

Sheet metal fabrication

Lean Manufacturing

Kaizen

Quality assurance

ERP/MRP

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering / Production Management or Industrial Technology

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Kobay Technology Bhd. is seeking a Production Supervisor in Penang to oversee daily sheet metal fabrication, including cutting, bending, punching, welding and finishing.

You will coordinate manpower, machines and materials to meet schedules and ensure quality and safety standards. Candidates should have 3–5 years in sheet metal fabrication or related supervision, with Lean/Kaizen experience and ISO knowledge.