PR/160914 | Shift Production Supervisor (Kulim, Kedah)

About the Company
A global technology company specializing in advanced manufacturing solutions for the semiconductor and high-tech industries is seeking a Shift Production Supervisor to join its operations team in Kulim, Malaysia. With a strong commitment to innovation, quality, and operational excellence, the company supports some of the world's leading technology manufacturers through precision engineering, advanced production processes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet output, quality, and delivery targets.

• Lead and manage production operators and technicians to ensure productivity, discipline, and operational efficiency.

• Monitor manpower utilization, machine performance, and production workflow to optimize resources.

• Ensure compliance with safety, health, environmental, and company policies.

• Monitor product quality and ensure adherence to standard operating procedures and work instructions.

• Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, Warehouse, and Maintenance teams to address production-related issues.

• Prepare and maintain production reports, downtime records, shift handover updates, and attendance records.

• Support new product introduction (NPI), production ramp-up activities, and process improvement projects.

• Train and coach production personnel on safety, quality, and manufacturing best practices. 

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity, reduce scrap, and minimize downtime.

• Promote teamwork, employee engagement, and a positive work culture within the production department.

• Maintain housekeeping standards and support 5S implementation across the production floor.
   

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Management, or a related discipline.

• Minimum 3-5 years of manufacturing or production experience.

• At least 1-2 years of experience supervising production teams.

• Experience in electronics, semiconductor, automation, CNC machining, or high-tech manufacturing environments is highly preferred.

• Strong leadership, people management, and communication skills.

• Proven ability to manage shift operations and production performance.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

• Experience in continuous improvement and productivity enhancement initiatives.

• Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Good communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

• Mandarin proficiency is an added advantage to support communication with diverse stakeholders.

• Willing to work rotating shifts, weekends, and public holidays when required.