Production Supervisor

<p>Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. </p><p></p><p>A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don&#39;t meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><h2>Job Summary</h2><p>To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a <b><i>Production Supervisor</i></b> located in<span> </span><b>Prai, Penang.</b></p><p></p><p>Reporting to the<span> </span><b>Production Manager,<span> </span></b>the<span> </span><b>Production Supervisor</b><span> </span>role directs the manufacturing operations performed in a shift or group of production lines, ensuring they reach volume, quality and cost goals.</p><p></p><p></p><p><b>What a typical day looks like:</b></p><ul><li><p>Responsible for the production of several processes/lines in a highly technical environment.</p></li><li><p>Leads a team comprising of individual professionals (e.g. engineers/officers) to meet quality, cost, delivery and responsiveness requirements.</p></li><li><p>Reviews daily/regularly plant operating performance, evaluate areas that may be impacting performance, and advise on changes in operating conditions that will improve efficiencies/quality.</p></li><li><p>Troubleshoots/analyses operational problems and advises on their resolution. Holds regular discussions with operators to coach performance and improve operational understanding/capability.</p></li><li><p>Listen to and evaluate ideas for plant improvements and work with qualified engineers to develop project proposals to encourage improvements and changes.</p></li><li><p>Provides technical/operational advice to project teams.</p></li><li><p>May act as principal interface between the operation team and the maintenance function.</p></li><li><p>May train and coach junior operators and junior team leaders</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Prioritizes production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply in order to meet customer requirements.</p></li><li><p>Initiates and participates in process development and cost improvement projects.</p></li><li><p>Assists in department budget planning and manage department expenses.</p></li><li><p>Maintains safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all control points, equipment, and resources; maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures.</p></li><li><p>Ensures compliance of standards.</p></li><li><p>Ensure that all manufacturing area personnel are trained and certified in their specific functions, and that no task is performed by untrained.</p></li><li><p>Ensure that all manufacturing personnel adhere to all safety guidelines.</p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><b>The experience we’re looking to add to our team:</b></p><ul><li><p>Typically requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience related to production and manufacturing as well as 6 years of operations experience. </p></li><li><p>At least 5 years of supervisory experience in an SMT or electronics manufacturing environment.      </p></li><li><p>Strong technical understanding of SMT equipment and processes.</p></li><li><p>Leadership and team management capabilities.</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and production planning tools.</p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><b>What you’ll receive for the great work you provide:</b></p><ul><li>Full range of medical benefits, dental, vision</li><li>Life Insurance</li><li>Paid Time Off</li><li>Allowances &amp; Bonuses</li></ul><p></p><p>NB09<br />AA98</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><h2></h2><h2>Job Category</h2>Operations<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>Required Skills:</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left">Optional Skills:</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p><span>Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We&#39;re happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email </span><a href="mailto:accessibility&#64;flex.com" target="_blank"><span><span><span><span>accessibility&#64;flex.com</span></span></span></span></a><span> and we&#39;ll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).</span></p>