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Head of Production Engineering (External Manufacturing)

Johor Bahru Permanent MYR360,000 - MYR450,000 per year View Job Description
This senior leadership role is responsible for overseeing global production engineering across multiple manufacturing sites. The position plays a critical role in scaling up high-tech consumer products through internal factories and external partners, including contract manufacturers and joint development manufacturers. The successful candidate will drive robust, efficient, and scalable manufacturing processes that meet quality, cost, and delivery targets.
  • Attractive salary & benefits with long term career growth
  • Being part of a market leading organisation

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a large organization renowned for its contributions to the industrial/manufacturing sector. The company is well-established and offers a robust platform for professionals to excel in their careers.

Job Description

  • Manage budgets and resources effectively to meet production objectives.Lead global production engineering and industrialization efforts across sites in China, Malaysia, and the Philippines.
  • Serve as a key member of the global supply chain leadership team, with potential succession to a senior executive manufacturing role.
  • Develop and implement strategic production engineering initiatives, including automation, AI integration, and future-ready technologies.
  • Oversee new product introductions (NPI) from engineering validation to mass production, ensuring design for manufacturability, testability, and cost.
  • Manage factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and all validation phases (EVT, DVT, PVT).
  • Build and maintain strong technical relationships with external manufacturing partners.
  • Drive capital equipment strategy and ensure factory readiness across global locations.
  • Apply Six Sigma and lean methodologies to improve yield, overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), and cost efficiency.
  • Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in manufacturing and production engineering, with at least 2 years in a director-level leadership role.
  • Proven track record in high-volume consumer product manufacturing and managing global production networks.
  • Certified Six Sigma Black Belt and strong expertise in design for excellence (DFX).
  • High-energy, results-oriented leader with excellent communication skills.
  • Experience working in multinational environments and across diverse cultures.
  • Collaborative and coaching leadership style, with a strong ability to influence cross-functional teams.
  • Demonstrated success in partnering with R&D teams in fast-paced, innovation-driven environments.
  • Skilled in leading teams through complexity and driving organizational alignment.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunities to work in a large organization with a strong industry reputation.
  • Comprehensive benefits package and supportive work environment.
  • Challenging and rewarding role in the industrial/manufacturing sector.



Contact
Tristan Voon
Quote job ref
JN-102025-6858088
Phone number
6012 375 5546

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
Operations Management
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Johor Bahru
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Tristan Voon
Consultant contact
6012 375 5546
Job Reference
JN-102025-6858088

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.