Manufacturing Operations Manager

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree or Higher National Diploma in Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing, or related field.
  

Experience

• 3~5 years of experience in manufacturing, assembly line operations, refurbishment, or production management.
  
• Experience in consumer electronics, appliances, solar products, or related industries is preferred.
  
• Experience in managing multi-product assembly or refurbishment operations is an advantage.
  

Technical & Functional Skills

• Strong knowledge of assembly line operations and manufacturing processes.
  
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement methodologies.
  
• Strong understanding of production planning, inventory control, and quality management systems.
  
• Experience with ERP systems, Jira, or production tracking tools.
  

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
  
• High ownership, accountability, and execution capability.
  
• Ability to perform in fast-paced and dynamic environments.
  
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  
• Strong organizational and time management capability.
  
• Passion for social enterprise, sustainability, and people development.
  
• Proven ability to drive cross-functional change initiatives.
  

Assembly Line & Production Operations Management

• Lead and manage end-to-end product assembly line operations, refurbishment processes, and value-added (VA) production activities.
  
• Develop production plans and ensure adherence to daily, weekly, and monthly output targets.
  
• Monitor assembly line efficiency, cycle time, and productivity metrics.
  
• Ensure smooth workflow, line balancing, and capacity optimization.
  
• Drive improvements in throughput, yield, and operational efficiency.
  
• Ensure proper implementation of production layouts, material flow, and workstation ergonomics.
  

Team Leadership & Workforce Management

• Lead, train, and supervise shop floor teams to ensure high performance and accountability.
  
• Plan manpower allocation based on production demand and operational priorities.
  
• Conduct performance reviews, coaching, and skill development programs.
  
• Drive employee engagement, motivation, and retention.
  
• Foster a culture of accountability, discipline, and continuous improvement
  

Inventory & Material Management

• Manage shop floor inventory, WIP control, and stock movement.
  
• Coordinate with the Supply Chain to maintain optimal inventory levels.
  
• Ensure accurate stock reconciliation and traceability.
  
• Prevent material shortages, overstocking, and obsolescence risks.
  
• 4. Process Governance & Optimization
  
• Develop, implement, and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
  
• Identify bottlenecks and drive process improvements using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
  
• Standardize best practices across assembly and refurbishment operations.
  
• Implement automation and digital tools where applicable.
  

Cost Management & Productivity Improvement

• Drive cost optimization initiatives across assembly, refurbishment, and VA operations.
  
• Monitor operational cost performance and implement efficiency improvement plans.
  
• Improve labour productivity, resource utilization, and material efficiency.
  

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across production and refurbishment activities.
  
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive action plans.
  
• Promote innovation and best practice sharing.
  
• Benchmark industry standards and implement relevant improvements.
  

Reporting & Data Analytics

• Prepare and maintain operational dashboards, production reports, and performance metrics.
  
• Analyze data trends to support strategic decision-making.
  
• Provide regular updates to senior management on performance, risks, and improvement plans.
  

Risk Management & Problem Resolution

• Identify operational risks and develop mitigation strategies.
  
• Lead resolution of production disruptions and escalation management.
  
• Develop contingency planning for supply chain, manpower, and operational challenges.
  

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Ensure adherence to workplace health, safety, and environmental regulations.
  
• Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and safety training programs.
  
• Promote a strong safety culture across shop floor operations.