About the role
As a Production Manager at Benchmark Electronics (M) Sdn Bhd, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day production operations at our facility in Bayan Lepas Penang. This full-time role is a critical part of our Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics team, ensuring we meet our production targets and maintain the highest standards of quality and efficiency.
What you'll be doing • Plans, directs and coordinates Production to achieve goals for resource utilization, quality, delivery and cost of products.
• Identifies and fulfill all personnel staffing requirements to meet objectives for production volume, introduction of new products and implementation of improvement programs.
• Develops and implements an annual operating plan for manufacturing, which is consistent with and supports the business plan.
• Develops and implements improvement programs consistent with the corporate and site objectives to improve quality, delivery, cycle time, cost and asset management.
• Develops, implements and maintains active programs in the areas of training and personnel development to improve job skills and performance, provide career opportunities both inside and outside manufacturing and build a cohesive and effective team.
• Works with Program Management and Planning to develop production schedules consistent with customer requirements and manufacturing capability.
• Identifies equipment and facility requirements to support the short and long term business plans.
• Actively participates in new product development programs to assure rapid transition into manufacturing.
• Evaluates worker performance; recommends salary changes, promotions, discipline, leaves of absence and terminations.
• Ensure team members comply with company policies and procedures.
What we're looking for Proven track record as a Production Manager or equivalent role in the manufacturing industry Demonstrates discretion, confidentiality, independent judgment, and professionalism when representing the company.Demonstrates leadership and people management skills.Demonstrates teamwork and the ability to operate on diverse project teams with minimal direction.Solid financial understanding, risk analysis ability, relationship-building, and project management.Leads or at least participates in a continuous improvement activity with complete documentation including a follow up review with the team in a presentation format.Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologiesExcellent problem-solving, analytical and decision-making skillsAbility to lead and motivate a team, with experience in people managementStrong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with stakeholders at all levelsBachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management or a related fieldMinimum 6 years in electronics manufacturing experience; contract manufacturing preferred with minimum 2 years in leadership rolesWhat we offer
At Benchmark Electronics (M) Sdn Bhd, we are committed to providing a supportive and engaging work environment for our employees. You can look forward to competitive remuneration, opportunities for career development, and a range of health and wellness initiatives to support your wellbeing.
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