6540 - Factory Manager

Company Overview 

This company is a subsidiary of a global electronics manufacturing services (EMS) provider, specializing in integrated mechatronic solutions. Established in the early 1990s, it operates two modern facilities in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, focusing on the production of electrical and electronic products, including medical devices. The company offers a fully integrated EMS value chainfrom design and development to mass production and after-sales servicesserving major OEM brands across various market segments. Its commitment to quality is underscored by certifications such as ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485:2016, ISO 27001:2013, ISO 14001:2015, and IATF 16949:2016. The parent group celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2024, highlighting a legacy of innovation and global expansion.

Job Description 

• To lead, monitor and supervise a manufacturing team to meet production plan. In order to produce a quality product with a proper production system, quality standard and high productivity/efficiency.
• Establish and maintain a competitive production department and continuously improve processes and employees to achieve operational excellence in all areas of production
• Maximize productivity and optimize utilization rates
• Co-ordinates with all departments in the company to ensure smooth production flow.
• Assists and troubleshoots manufacturing processes, calculates and sets standard time and production costing of existing and new products.
• Assists and troubleshoots existing processes and proposes methods such as automation or improved equipment and production tooling to achieve higher work efficiency and product quality.
• Conceives layouts for new product lines as required. Maintain and organise the plant facilities, production equipment and plant utilities so as to minimize downtime of any of those.
• Organise resources and material transferred from store to achieve production output as per customer requirement.
• Produce work according to company SOPs and WIs, to minimize quality problems ( in house and at customer)
• Ensure all production team is properly trained to execute the assigned jobs
• Continuous improvement of subordinates to achieve optimal performance by using MbO coaching, training,..)
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and skill enhancement
• Involvement in problem solving.
• As part of the EEM MT, contribute to the company targets.
• Monitor and control the inventory of Work-In-Progress.
• Establish, operate and improving effective internal control systems to enhance productivity & quality.
• Identify technology and capex requirements in line with future production plans
• Minimize waste ( scrap, cost of non quality/conformance) and maintain 5S in all production areas
• Liaise with relevant authorities, such as Fire Brigade, TNB, etc. to meet the government regulations
• Delivery of world class services ( targeted quality, on time shipment, competitive cost)
• Leading a team of Section Heads who are responsible for their respective Section
• Lead the companies LEAN initiative
• Contribute to strategic & operational management as a member of the management team
• Manages department budget and controls expense.

Job Requirements 

• EEM/EMM: Degree/Diploma, preferable in Manufacturing/Electronics or Mechatronics Engineering.
• ECH: Graduate form technical FH/University preferable in electronics
• Minimum 10 years similar working experience in an EMS environment, with at least 3 years at managerial level
• Result oriented and willing to work under pressure and tight schedule
• Experience in PCBA, SMT and preferably injection moulding.
• Excellent track record with proven achievements in current and past jobs.
• Familiar with ERP system such as BaaN/SAP/Mapics.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and strong negotiation skills.
• Strong leadership qualities, resourcefulness and demonstrated high level of initiative, hands-on.
• Ability to work at fast pace and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience in project, process management, development and change management.