Section Manager – Production

About the role

Section Manager – Production responsible for managing and controlling production processes in accordance with production plans, quality targets, costs, and delivery schedules. The role involves planning and managing Manpower, Machine, Material, and Production Capacity aligned with production plans, and driving continuous improvement across production operations.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and control production processes according to production plans, quality targets, costs, and delivery schedules
• Plan and manage Manpower, Machine, Material, and Production Capacity in alignment with production plans
• Monitor and analyse Production KPI, Productivity, Efficiency, OEE, Yield, and Scrap
• Drive Production Scrap Improvement by analysing root causes, determining corrective measures, and tracking results to reduce scrap and production costs
• Analyse and resolve production process issues including Quality Defect, Dimensional Issue, Material Shortage, and Machine Downtime
• Implement process improvements using Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, 5 Why, and Root Cause Analysis
• Control and develop work standards including WI, Standard Work, and Control Plan
• Manage and develop team including Supervisor, Leader, and Operator to achieve departmental targets
• Coordinate with QA, Engineering, Maintenance, PPC, and Warehouse to resolve issues and improve production efficiency
• Ensure production processes comply with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 requirements and support Internal/External Audits and NC/CAR tracking
• Control Safety, 5S, and environmental standards within the production area
• Prepare production reports, analyse problems, and present improvement recommendations to management

About you

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 5–8 years of experience in Production/Manufacturing in the Automotive industry
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience at Section Manager, Production Manager, Assistant Manager, or Production Supervisor level
• Experience in Production Management, Process Improvement, and Manufacturing Process
• Experience in Production Scrap Improvement, Productivity Improvement, Cost Reduction, OEE, and Quality Improvement
• Experience managing teams and controlling workforce in production lines
• Knowledge and experience with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 including Internal/External Audit experience
• Skills in Leadership, Problem Solving, Decision Making, and Team Management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP ERP