SMT & MI Production Manager

Bosch; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

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Job summary

Bosch in Penang, Malaysia seeks an experienced Production Leader to drive manufacturing operations and KPI achievement in SMT/MI environments. You will lead daily meetings, coordinate resources, and push continuous improvement initiatives across MOE1 MOE11/12, ensuring quality, on-time delivery and cost optimization.

The role requires strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and a proven track record in manufacturing excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 5–10 years of manufacturing experience, SMT/MI preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of leadership experience managing production teams.
• Strong knowledge of SMT/MI processes, Lean/BPS, PFMEA, SAP, 8D.
• Proven ability to drive productivity, OEE, quality, delivery and cost improvements.
• Strong people leadership, coaching and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of customer and product requirements and production strategy.
• Lead daily operation meetings and monitor KPI performance.
• Drive continuous improvement and I4.0 initiatives in MOE departments.
• Plan headcount and resources to maximize output per shift.
• Coach and train production staff and maintain a quality-first culture.
• Coordinate line audits and contribute to cost-reduction activities.

Skills

Strong leadership

Excellent communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Continuous improvement

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Quality, or related discipline

Tools

SAP

PFMEA

8D

Job description

Company Description

At Bosch, we shape the future by inventing high-quality technologies and services that spark enthusiasm and enrich people’s lives. Our promise to our associates is rock-solid: we grow together, we enjoy our work, and we inspire each other. Join in and feel the difference.

Job Description

1) Develop an overall understanding of the customer and the product requirements, the strategy, goals and objectives for production operation.

2) Responsible for the KPIs below.
I. Cost Per Placement
II. Utilization / Overall Equipment Efficiency
III. Internal Defect Cost
IV. Quick Changeover
V. Materials Inventory Accuracy and Physical Inventory Count
VI. On-Time Delivery
VII. Operator Defect Escapee
VIII. Productivity
IX. First Pass Yield

3) Leading BPS activities in MOE1 Department.

4) Lead and drive Daily Operation Meeting.

5) Develop and track monitoring systems relevant to the production activities. Lead products quality, on time delivery and cost-reduction activities. Ensure goals are clear to all production staffs and continuous improvement is being achieved.

6) Monitor and achieve Daily production loading based on Planned schedule. Head count planning for each shift to maximize output. Identify operational resource requirements to meet the needs of Production and customer/product requirement.

7) Leading Continuous Improvement and I4.0 activities in MOE 11/12 Department.

8) Create a healthy teamwork environment.

9) Develop and motivate Production Team members to perform their full potential, providing direction and timely feedback for the benefit of Production function.

10) Create an environment that is culturally embedded in a “Quality First” mentality.

11) Work with all levels of the organization to improve quality, delivery and cost reduction activities to meet the set KPI in MOE1 Department.

12) Instill a continuous improvement mentality in Production. Foster good morale, a proactive and positive culture.

13) Evaluate staff performance with goal setting in line with department goal.

14) Coach and train Officers, Supervisors, Leaders, Operators and Material Handlers.

15) Lead, drive and coordinate for any line audit preparation.

16) Any other related duties assigned by immediate superior form time to time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Quality, or related discipline.
• 5 – 10 years of relevant manufacturing experience, preferably in SMT and/or MI operations.
• Minimum 7 years of leadership experience managing production teams and operations.
• Strong knowledge of SMT/MI processes, Lean/BPS, PFMEA, SAP, 8D and problem-solving methods.
• Proven ability to drive productivity, OEE, quality, delivery and cost improvements.
• Strong people leadership, coaching and continuous improvement capabilities.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Additional Information

• Leave Entitlement e.g: Annual Leave, Medical Leave and etc
• Company Insurances and etc