Production Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

1. Planning (New Product & Mass Production)

• Plan and coordinate production headcount based on forecasts and liaise with HR for recruitment.
• Arrange manpower and training plans to meet production needs and improve skill versatility.
• Design and improve production layout to enhance workflow and reduce waste.
• Ensure readiness of equipment, materials, and documentation before mass production.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for mass production.
  
  

2. Quality & Delivery

• Review and support production plan, ensure sufficient resources & resolve process issues.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs and production records are properly maintained.
• Monitor and improve takt time, productivity, and production yield.
• Conduct root cause analysis with other teams and implement CAPA for non-conformances.
• Support change management, risk assessment, and documentation updates.
  
  

3. Human Management

• Update and maintain employee skill matrix to ensure process readiness.
• Oversee OJT, induction programs, and probation evaluations.
• Provide on-the-job training on production procedures and standards.
• Monitor & evaluate employee performance, discipline, and hygiene compliance.
• Collaborate with superiors and HR on staff development or disciplinary actions.
  
  

4. Cost

• Monitor material usage and propose improvement initiatives.
• Analyse production efficiency and implement cost-saving measures.
  
  

5. Safety Compliance

• Enforce safety rules, including in equipment handling during the production process.
• Report and work together to resolve any safety risks or incidents.
• Ensure safety signage and protocols are properly implemented.
  
  

6. Others

• Ensure employees conduct daily 5S activities. Ensure cleanliness of the production area, especially in the clean room.
• Attend meetings as production representative as needed.

Requirements:

·       Minimum 3 years’ experience in medical device manufacturing.

·       Knowledge in production management (productivity, tack time, cost, layout etc.)

·       Experience in manpower planning, managing production resources, and driving efficiency.

·       Experienced in risk management, with strong analytical and planning skills.

·       Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate across all levels and functions.

·       Demonstrated strength in people management and team development.

·       Familiar with ISO 9001, cleanroom practices, and regulatory compliance.

·       Strong problem-solving, root cause analysis, and data analysis skills.