Job Purpose
Lead and manage automated assembly operations, driving process development, equipment readiness, and production performance. Own the execution of automation assembly projects from design and installation through qualification, ramp-up, and mass production, while leading a cross-functional team of engineers and technicians to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.
Key Responsibilities & Job Description
1. Automation Assembly Operations Leadership
- Lead and manage day-to-day automated assembly operations, ensuring production schedules, quality standards, and delivery targets are met
- Oversee a multi-layer team structure including supervisors, engineers, and technicians, providing clear direction and operational discipline
- Maintain strong floor presence, actively supporting teams during build, integration, debug, and production phases to remove barriers
- Drive accountability and teamwork across assembly, fabrication, electrical, controls, and project functions
2. Process Development & Optimization
- Develop, optimize, and continuously improve automated assembly processes including automated assembly machines, CCD inspection, and test packaging
- Establish and maintain process parameters to achieve product quality, productivity, and cycle time targets
- Identify and translate productivity gains into tangible automation use cases and business case validations
- Drive standardization of automation modules, controls, safety, and documentation across sites
3. Automation Equipment & Project Management
- Manage full project lifecycles for assembly automation projects including scope, vendor selection, simulation, FAT/SAT, training, and hand-over
- Lead automation assembly equipment installation, setup, commissioning, trial runs, and process qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ)
- Coordinate with R&D, Engineering, IT, and system integrators to deliver scalable, ergonomic, and cycle-time-optimized solutions
- Lead build planning and execution, ensuring alignment with project schedules, resource plans, and budget targets
4. Quality & Performance Management
- Ensure assembled products meet company and customer quality standards through robust process controls
- Monitor and improve key performance indicators including OEE, yield, cycle time, scrap rate, and equipment uptime
- Drive process capability and process robustness improvements; detect and isolate sources of variation and perform root cause analysis
- Proactively identify design or manufacturing issues and collaborate with Engineering to resolve them early
5. Resource & Budget Management
- Oversee resource planning and workload balancing, optimizing labor utilization and minimizing overtime
- Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure adherence to financial targets
- Manage automation investment cases and track benefits realization
- Control production losses, scrap rate, and yield rate to optimize cost performance
6. Safety, Compliance & Environment
- Embed health and safety as a daily leadership behavior and operational priority
- Conduct regular safety walks and discussions; ensure all work complies with safety standards and legislative requirements
- Ensure safe handling and compliance for automation equipment including robotics, servo presses, and testing systems
- Maintain awareness of regulatory and compliance requirements for equipment design and operation
7. Team Leadership & Development
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of engineers, supervisors, and technicians
- Conduct performance feedback, coaching, and development for team members and group leaders
- Build multi-skill capabilities and manage technical training programs
- Plan manpower allocation and succession to support automation operations
Qualifications & RequirementsEducation
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or related field
- Technical diploma with equivalent experience considered for candidates with strong hands-on automation background
Experience
- Minimum 10+ years of experience in automation or manufacturing environments
- Minimum 5+ years of supervisory or management experience leading skilled trades teams
- Proven track record in assembly automation, robotic systems, and manufacturing process integration
- Experience managing automation projects (> CHF 1M or equivalent) from design through production ramp-up preferred
- Experience with complex, high-mix assembly environments strongly preferred
Technical Knowledge
- Strong understanding of automated assembly equipment: servo presses, robotic screwdriving, leak testing, cobots, vision systems, digital screwdrivers, and precision greasing systems
- Knowledge of process capability evaluations and standards (SPC, sampling checks, TPM)
- Familiarity with equipment validation processes (IQ/OQ/PQ, FAT/SAT)
- Experience with system integrators and digital backbone for production environments (smart manufacturing, data integration)
- Lean / Six Sigma experience (Green Belt or Black Belt preferred)
Leadership & Soft Skills
- Strong project management and stakeholder management skills
- Proven ability to lead and coach engineers and technicians
- Excellent cross-functional coordination and communication abilities
- Structured project delivery mindset with strong vendor management capabilities
职位类型:全职, 其他
薪资: RM5,500.00至RM11,000.00(每月 )
Work Location: 现场办公