Manufacturing Section Head (Metal Fabrication)

We are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Section Head to lead and manage manufacturing engineering activities and assembly operations. This role is responsible for ensuring efficient production processes, achieving manufacturing targets and KPIs, managing team performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

The successful candidate will lead a team of operators and technicians, optimize manufacturing processes, control productivity and quality, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage manufacturing engineering and assembly activities to achieve production targets, quality standards, and delivery requirements.
• Plan and optimize assembly processes, including manpower requirements, cycle time, workload, and production schedules.
• Monitor manufacturing output, production performance, and key operational metrics through effective tracking and reporting systems.
• Lead daily manufacturing meetings and prepare daily manufacturing output reports.
• Coordinate and support cycle count activities and ensure material accuracy within the manufacturing area.
• Manage, develop, and motivate operators and technicians to achieve high levels of productivity, quality, and efficiency.
• Plan and allocate manpower and departmental workload according to business requirements and process responsibilities.
• Monitor employee attendance, discipline, performance, and overall team effectiveness.
• Ensure operators and subcontractor technicians are properly trained and understand their job functions, work instructions, and required standards.
• Ensure the manufacturing working environment is clean, safe, and compliant with 5S, EHS, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and inventory accuracy of materials within the manufacturing area.
• Work closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, Purchasing, and other functions to achieve company objectives.
• Coordinate with Purchasing on materials and components required for assigned projects and follow up on delivery status.
• Develop and drive team performance toward key KPIs, including new product introduction, BOM accuracy, product drawings, manufacturing cycle time, productivity, quality, and cost.
• Identify and eliminate waste from manufacturing processes using LEAN principles.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement with a focus on customer satisfaction, cost reduction, productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Support the Manufacturing Manager in developing and implementing departmental improvement plans and business initiatives.
• Ensure company intellectual property, confidential information, and customer information are properly protected and not disclosed to external parties.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the Manufacturing Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing, manufacturing engineering, assembly, or a related field.
• Experience in managing and leading a team of operators and technicians.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Good understanding of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, productivity improvement, and continuous improvement.
• Strong project management, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage manpower, prioritize workload, and achieve operational targets.
• Good leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, self-motivated, responsible, and results-oriented.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Good command of English is an advantage.