Supervisor, Manufacturing Operations (Assembly)

ASE Global; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ASE Global in Bayan Lepas, Penang, seeks a Manufacturing Supervisor to oversee our assembly production lines and drive end‑to‑end processes in a high‑mix, low‑volume environment.

You will lead a skilled team of operators and technicians, coordinating daily production planning and quick problem solving to meet quality and delivery targets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily shift operations of the end‑to‑end assembly process, including SMT, Die Attach, Wirebond, Mold, Laser Mark, Plating, Ball Mount and AOI.
• Plan daily production line activities to meet targeted output, cycle times, and delivery schedules.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of production operators and technicians.
• Partner with Quality, Process Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams to implement containment and corrective actions.

Job description

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).