Supervisor, Manufacturing Operations (Assembly)

ASE SEMICONDUCTOR (PENANG) SDN. BHD.; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 78,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

ASE SEMICONDUCTOR (PENANG) SDN. BHD. in Bayan Lepas, Malaysia is seeking a hands-on Supervisor, Manufacturing Operations (Assembly) to oversee the end-to-end assembly process.

This role leads a skilled team of operators and technicians in a High-Mix, Low-Volume environment, focusing on daily planning, rapid changeovers, and agile problem-solving. You will partner with Quality, Process Engineering, Maintenance and Supply Chain to meet KPIs and ship high-quality products on time, while upholding

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily shift operations of the end-to-end assembly process.
• Manage SMT, Die Attach, Wirebond, Mold, Laser Mark, Plating, Ball Mount and AOI.
• Plan production scheduling and resource allocation in a high-mix, low-volume environment.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of operators and technicians.
• Headcount planning, shift scheduling, performance evaluations, and cross-training.
• Collaborate with Quality, Process Engineering, Maintenance and Supply Chain.

Job description

Supervisor, Manufacturing Operations (Assembly)

We are seeking a highly skilled, dynamic, and hands-on Manufacturing Supervisor to oversee our assembly production lines. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end assembly process, managing a skilled team of operators and production technicians. Our operations run on a High-Mix, Low-Volume (HMLV) model, you must excel at daily production planning, rapid changeovers, and agile problem-solving. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to resolve day-to-day line issues, maximize efficiency, and ensure high-quality products are shipped on time to meet all manufacturing KPIs.

Job Description

Production & Process Management:

Oversee daily shift operations of the end-to-end assembly process, including SMT, Die Attach, Wirebond, Mold, Laser Mark, Plating, Ball Mount and AOI.

Manage production scheduling and resource allocation to effectively navigate a high-mix, low-volume (HMLV) environment.

Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of production operators and technicians.

Manage headcount planning, shift scheduling, performance evaluations, and skill-matrix cross-training to ensure line flexibility.

Daily Planning & Execution:

Plan daily production line activities to meet targeted output, cycle times, and delivery schedules.

Conduct daily tier meetings/stand-ups to communicate targets, assign tasks, and review previous shift performance.

Issue Resolution & Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Act as the first line of defense in troubleshooting day-to-day line disruptions (equipment downtime, material shortages, quality deviations).

Partner closely with Quality, Process Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams to implement immediate containment and long-term corrective actions.

KPI & Performance Tracking:

Monitor and drive key manufacturing metrics: Yield, Output, OEE, Cost and On-Time Delivery (OTD).

Ensure strict adherence to 5S, safety protocols, and Quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949).