We are currently looking for a Production Supervisor for a leading player in the E&E Manufacturing Industry for their expansion. This company has a legacy of more than 80 years in the world. This position requires your urgent attention.
- Based in Penang
- This role operates on a shift-based rotation (4 days on, 3 days off) - shift allowance will be provided
- Expansion role
the role
Lead, supervise, and develop a high-performing production team to meet and exceed organizational goals.
Take full ownership of department KPIs, including safety, quality, delivery, cost, and 5S/ROCK standards.
Enforce strict compliance with EHS regulations, company policies, and quality standards (including PPE and LOTO protocols).
Manage training and certification for all associates to ensure 100% adherence to SOPs and Work Instructions.
Foster open communication through regular 1:1s and weekly team meetings to provide feedback, updates, and performance calibration.
Guarantee product quality by ensuring all output meets technical prints, industry standards, and customer specifications.
Drive quality improvements and lead swift investigations/containment of non-conformances to prevent customer escapes.
Optimize production scheduling and material availability in coordination with OSS to ensure 100% on-time delivery.
Manage operational capacity, including machine utilization, labor scheduling, overtime, and time-off planning.
Control cost center performance by managing budgets, reducing scrap, and implementing productivity improvements.
Collaborate with technical teams to troubleshoot tooling issues and eliminate bottlenecks through frequent "gemba walks."
Analyze performance data to identify trends and proactively initiate Continuous Improvement (Lean/Six Sigma) projects.
Exercise "Stop Work Authority" to halt the production of any non-conforming materials.
Qualifications: High School diploma required (BS in Engineering preferred); strong data analysis, problem-solving, and people leadership skills.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Access) and experience in lean manufacturing environments.
the experience
Education: High School diploma or equivalent is required.
Experience:
Minimum 3–5 years of supervisory experience in E&E or Semiconductor manufacturing environment.
