Adecco Hiring! Full Time General Manager - Manufacturing (Machining) in Pulau Pinang - Ricebowl

About the Company

Adecco is partnering with a leading precision engineering organization to hire a General Manager – Manufacturing (Machining) to lead and manage multi-site manufacturing operations across Malaysia and Singapore. This role will be responsible for driving operational excellence, strategic growth, and overall business performance, with full accountability for P&L and end-to-end machining operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee end-to-end machining operations across multiple manufacturing plants in Malaysia and Singapore, ensuring alignment in operational standards and performance
• Drive performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) by establishing clear targets, monitoring outcomes, and implementing corrective actions where required
• Develop and execute strategic initiatives to support business growth, improve operational scalability, and enhance overall competitiveness
• Oversee CNC machining operations, including process engineering, technology deployment, capacity planning, and resource optimization to meet production demands
• Champion Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement programs to enhance productivity, reduce cycle times, and optimize manufacturing costs
• Ensure full compliance with customer specifications, regulatory requirements, and internal quality standards, while continuously strengthening quality management systems
• Manage divisional P&L, including budgeting, forecasting, and capital expenditure planning, with a strong focus on cost control and margin improvement
• Monitor, analyze, and improve key performance indicators such as OEE, yield, productivity, cost per part, and on-time delivery to drive operational excellence
• Collaborate closely with customers, commercial teams, and internal stakeholders on technical discussions, business development, costing strategies, and capacity planning
• Build, lead, and develop high-performing leadership and operational teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement across all sites

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or related field)
• MBA or postgraduate qualification is an added advantage
• Minimum 15 years of experience in manufacturing or precision engineering
• At least 10 years in senior leadership roles managing machining operations
• Proven experience managing multi-site or regional manufacturing operations
• Strong expertise in CNC machining, semiconductor, or high-precision industries
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills

If you are ready to take on a regional leadership role in a high-precision manufacturing environment and this aligns with your experience, we welcome you to apply for this leadership role.