Shift Mgr, Manufacturing (Batu Kawan)

Lam Research; Penang; Hybrid; MYR 134,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research in Penang, Malaysia seeks an experienced Shift Manager to lead manufacturing operations on a 12-hour shift pattern within a hybrid work model. You will ensure safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets while guiding Supervisors and direct labor, coordinating resources, and upholding core values.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in mechanical/electrical engineering or manufacturing with at least 6 years in shift/operations management, strong analytical skills, and excellent

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/electrical engineering, manufacturing or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience as Shift or Operations Manager in Manufacturing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage shift operations to ensure Safety, Quality, Delivery & Cost targets are met.
• Provide leadership to Supervisors to resolve shift operation issues.
• Ensure production operations are adequately staffed and trained.
• Lead safety and quality investigations and close action plans.
• Coach team Supervisors on problem solving.
• Coordinate across functional departments for smooth shift execution.

Job description

The group you’ll be a part of

The Global Operations Group brings information systems, facilities, supply chain, logistics, and high-volume manufacturing together to drive the engine of our global business operations. We help Lam deliver industry-leading solutions with speed and efficiency, while actively supporting the resilient and profitable growth of Lam's business.

The impact you’ll make

• The Shift Manager is the lead of respective shift to manage & accountable for the overall Manufacturing Operations by ensuring Safety, Quality, Delivery & Cost are met.
• This role will require the candidate to provide clear expectations and directions to respective shift team Supervisors and DL which include coordinating resources and maintaining operating procedures standard, production plans and company core values.
• This is a high visibility position that requires a seasoned and well-rounded candidate with experience in leading & managing shift Supervisors and direct labours.
• Great command of communication, able to multitask and work in fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Do

• Responsible to monitor and manage shift operations performance to ensure efficiency and compliance with Safety, Quality & Cost.
• Responsible to provide leadership to Supervisors or leaders to resolve shift operation issues.
• Responsible to ensure production operations are adequately staffed and trained.
• Lead Safety & Quality issue investigation that occurred in shift and ensure timely closure on assigned action plans.
• Provide coaching to team Supervisors and leaders on problem solving.
• Coordinate across functional departments to ensure smooth execution in shift, know when to elevate issues.
• Analyse shift performance to identify area for improvement thru strategic planning.
• Responsible to manage work performance, development plans and disciplinary related issues with ER/HR.
• Frequently interact & hold meet people session with direct labours to gauge feedback and work on improvement areas.
• Manage internal stakeholders and/or cross functional team in resolving matters.
• Act as the main contact person in case of an emergency until the responsible site management arrive.
• Prepare and submit shift reports detailing shift performance, issues and resolutions.

Who We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/electrical engineering, manufacturing or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience as Shift or Operations Manager in Manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of operational processes, efficiency optimization, human factor and organizational behaviour.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a strategic mindset, strong decision maker.
• Effective people and stakeholder management skills, collaborative.
• Excellent communication in both written and spoken, leadership and people management skills.
• Ability to lead and develop a high-performance team.
• Ability to manage complex situations, work under tight time constraints and effectively work in a cross-matrixed environment.
• Must be capable of working & stationed inside a controlled clean room environment, adhering to all specified gown and personal protective equipment requirements.
• Able to work in rotational 12hrs shift pattern.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.