Supervisor - Automotive Manufacturing

Tap Growth ai; Gurun; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A global automotive company in Malaysia is hiring Supervisors for their Outbound Vehicle Preparation Centers. Candidates will oversee vehicle preparation processes including quality checks and coordination between teams. Leadership and communication skills are essential. Offering a competitive salary of RM3500 to RM3800 per month. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing teams within an automotive environment.
• Strong understanding of quality standards and vehicle preparation processes.
• Ability to oversee and coordinate both upstream and downstream operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage vehicle preparation from receipt to delivery.
• Supervise team to ensure adherence to safety and operational procedures.
• Implement quality standards and monitor procedural adherence.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Quality Assurance

Operational Oversight

Coordination

Job description

Overview

We're Hiring: Supervisor - Automotive Manufacturing!

Our client is a global automotive company located in the northern region of Malaysia. They are seeking qualified Supervisors to perform supervision work of vehicle preparations and deliveries at the vehicle preparation centre. The supervisor role will report to the Vehicle Preparation Head. There are 2 positions available.

Position 1: Supervisor for the Outbound Vehicle Preparation Center Supervisor (Upstream)

is responsible for managing the early-stage operations of vehicle preparation, including vehicle receipt from production, initial quality checks, JIA process handover, accessory installation, software updates, staging for downstream processing. This role ensures vehicles are processed efficiently, safely, and in accordance with quality standards to support timely outbound logistics.

Specific skills required for this position:

• 1. Inbound & Pre-Dispatch Coordination:
• Oversee the receipt of finished vehicles from production or storage areas.
• Coordinate vehicle flow into the preparation center, ensuring alignment with outbound schedules.

• 2. Vehicle Preparation Oversight:
• Supervise upstream activities such as:
• Joint inspection on all vehicle scheduled for outbound
• Yard management (LSM & yard operational)
• Initial quality checks and rectifications
• Coordinating rectification vehicles
• Vehicles tracking reporting
• Ensure all upstream tasks are completed before handover to downstream teams.

Position 2: Supervisor for the Outbound Vehicle Preparation Center (Downstream)

is responsible for overseeing downstream operations related to the final stages (PDI) of vehicle handling before dispatch and mutual collaboration with sales for vehicles demand planning. This includes vehicle inspection, staging, documentation, and coordination with transport teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery to customers or dealers. The role requires strong leadership, attention to detail, strong communication skills and a commitment to OBL quality issues, achieving the sales demand.

Specicia skills required for this position:

1. Operational Oversight:

• Supervise daily downstream activities including final inspection, staging, and dispatch of vehicles.
• Ensure vehicles are prepared according to customer specifications and quality standards.
• Monitor workflow and adjust resources to meet outbound schedules.

2. Vehicle Preparation Oversight:

• Supervise downstream activities such as:
• PDI preparation and inspection incl. accessories
• Software/firmware updates (Diagbox / Map Installation)
• Initial quality checks and rectifications
• Cleaning and detailing
• Accessories fitment coordination

Other job Requirements for both positions:

1. Team Leadership:

• Manage a team of operators responsible for upstream / downstream processes.
• Provide training, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Ensure adherence to safety and operational procedures.

2. Process & Quality Assurance:

• Implement and enforce SOPs for upstream /downstream operations.
• Monitor quality standards and escalate issues to relevant departments.
• Maintain accurate records of vehicle status and preparation milestones.

3. Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with production, QCL, SCA, IT to ensure seamless vehicle flow.
• Participate in daily planning meetings and provide updates on upstream/downstream readiness.

4. Continuous Improvement:

• Identify bottlenecks and propose process improvements.
• Support lean initiatives and digitalization efforts in the preparation center.

Remuneration : RM3500 - RM3800 per month

ONly shortlisted candidate will be notified.

Consultant in-charge : Sarah Tan I [e-mail]