Senior Production Manager

Our client is a renowned Engine MRO in Malaysia with a production line specializing on the maintenance and overhaul of engine parts. 

They are currently looking for a Senior Production Manager, whom will be directly responsible to the Chief Operating Officer and is in-charge of the first half of the production line.

This position will be based in Malaysia, and relocation will be required. Visas will be provided for the right candidates.

Job Responsibilities

• Take accountability for the first half of the production line (Cleaning, Inspection, HPC) while working closely with the other Senior Production Manager managing the other half of the line.
• Oversee the entire production process and coordinate all activities to ensure adequate resources are on hand.
• Accountable to estimate, plan and maintain production costs and prepare budgets to ensure workflow meets required deadlines.
• Heavily focused on continuous improvement and change management whilst always adhering to the quality control measures in place.
• Manage the complete scope of overhaul and repair work which includes setting appropriate goals and KPI for production in accordance with company strategic plan.
• Plan and prepare investment and operation planning and/or budgets for production department in cooperation with Engineering.
• Optimize repair and process procedures in cooperation with Engineering in accordance with approved maintenance data.
• Strategic and technological development of the department under consideration of technological industry standard.
• Mentor and guide the employees within the organization to operate to the highest standard.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering or Production Engineering with at least 10 years working experience in an aerospace MRO production line in which at least 5 years consists of operational leadership experience.
• Proven skill and knowledge of implementation new or extended capacities of automation machinery with extended knowledge on Aircraft Engine Components / Parts Repair based on approved maintenance data.
• Additional knowledge on Preventive maintenance, Predictive Maintenance (condition monitoring) and TPM (Total Productivity Maintenance), Non-Destructive Testing processes (preferably related to aircraft engine components/parts repair) is necessary for the role as well.
• Good knowledge in standard repair processes i.e. Surface treatment, Pulse and TIG welding, Metal spray, shot peening, heat treatment and adaptive processing welding / milling
• Extended knowledge in Aircraft Engine OEM Manual procedures.
• Proven understanding of manufacturing methodology, lean production, kaizen, problem solving, and CIP processes.