Production Manager (Assembly)

• Manage manpower and material resources effectively to achieve production targets.
• Maintain a safe working environment and strive to prevent lost-time injuries.
• Ensure near-miss reports are addressed and corrective safety actions are completed on time.
• Plan production according to the Middle Schedule, and review and adjust the schedule as required.
• Drive QDC (Quality, Delivery and Cost) improvements on the production floor through Kaizen activities and waste elimination, including production downtime and material loss.
• Provide engineering solutions for process and design improvements to reduce standard time and improve manpower efficiency.
• Establish strong working relationships with other functional managers to ensure smooth production operations.
• Identify and prepare training needs for Assembly staff.
• Develop and manage the production budget.
• Implement and enforce quality control measures, including risk assessment and mitigation plans, to achieve quality objectives.
• Ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ISO requirements, and health and safety procedures.
• Prepare and update production reports, including Efficiency Reports, Weekly Reports, BSC, and other relevant reports.
• Attend Design Review, Production Schedule, TQM, and Monthly Management meetings.
• Manage annual leave approvals and performance appraisals for production workers.
• Prepare and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the section.
• Manage and maintain the inventory of production tools and equipment.
• Review and verify quality check sheets.

Desired Skills & Traits

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical/ Electronics Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in M&E (Mechanical & Electrical) assembly within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience in managing assembly production operations, including manpower, materials, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Good knowledge of production planning, process improvement, Kaizen, and waste reduction activities.
• Good understanding of quality control, ISO requirements, workplace safety, and manufacturing procedures.
• Proven experience in driving productivity, efficiency, and process improvement initiatives.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience managing production teams.
• Good problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and production reporting.