Vulcanisation Production Lead: Lean & Scale-Up

VAT GROUP; Penang; On-site; MYR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

VAT GROUP in Penang, Malaysia, is seeking a strategic Production Team Leader for the Vulcanisation Department. You will drive a structured production management system, supported by a process engineering team, to translate expanded resources into quality and efficiency.

You will lead operations, implement lean processes, and plan capacity while maintaining product quality and safety across the site. Strong English and change-management skills are essential for global collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum a B.Sc. in Engineering (Polymer, Rubber/Plastics, or similar).
• 5-8 years in rubber or plastics industry (O-Ring or seal manufacturing).
• Strong background in elastomer moulding (polymer processing) and Lean Production knowledge.
• Experience in change management with strong organizational/time management skills.
• High proficiency in English for cross-border collaboration.
• Familiarity with mould making for plastics is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise day-to-day operations to meet delivery targets.
• Define and consolidate the process landscape, integrating Lean Management to optimize workflows.
• Perform long-term machine capacity planning and manpower forecasting.
• Maintain high standards of quality and cleanliness per VAT and customer specs.
• Recruit, coach, and train the production team for high performance and adherence to inspections.
• Recommend improvements to work instructions, equipment, and processes to maximize yield.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Management

Communication

Change management

Team development

Capacity planning

English proficiency

Education

B.Sc. in Engineering (Polymer, Rubber/Plastics)

Tools

Mould making for plastics

Job description

VAT GROUP in Penang, Malaysia, is seeking a strategic Production Team Leader for the Vulcanisation Department. You will drive a structured production management system, supported by a process engineering team, to translate expanded resources into quality and efficiency.

You will lead operations, implement lean processes, and plan capacity while maintaining product quality and safety across the site. Strong English and change-management skills are essential for global collaboration.