Shift Production Leader — Lean, Safety & Quality

Lam Research; Kulim; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research Malaysia, Kulim site, seeks a seasoned supervisor to lead a direct-labor team of assemblers and test technicians across production shifts. You will ensure safety and quality compliance, meet production goals, and manage costs in a global, matrixed environment.

The role requires a degree with 6+ years of experience, strong problem solving, and ability to drive lean initiatives such as Kanban. You will coordinate resources, mentor staff, and report to upper management.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent with 6+ years of related experience.
• Able to work in a controlled clean room environment with PPE.
• Knowledge of industrial/manufacturing processes and human factors.
• Lean manufacturing and Kanban understanding.
• Strong problem solving and decision making with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage a group of direct labors (Assemblers/Test Technicians) on shifts in production.
• Enforce Safety & Quality regulations; lead audits and investigations.
• Allocate resources; coach and mentor to foster teamwork.
• Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Prepare shift reports and communicate status to upper management.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve downtime, safety/quality issues and material shortages.
• Proficiency in 8D problem solving and SAP usage.
• Interact with subordinates and peers; provide regular performance feedback.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Problem solving

Communication

Decision making

Education

A degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Lean manufacturing

Kanban

Job description

Lam Research Malaysia, Kulim site, seeks a seasoned supervisor to lead a direct-labor team of assemblers and test technicians across production shifts. You will ensure safety and quality compliance, meet production goals, and manage costs in a global, matrixed environment.

The role requires a degree with 6+ years of experience, strong problem solving, and ability to drive lean initiatives such as Kanban. You will coordinate resources, mentor staff, and report to upper management.