SMT Section Manager

About the Client

Our client is a rapidly growing electronics manufacturing company based in Perak, Malaysia, operating as a key regional hub for a well-established international group headquartered in Asia. Since its incorporation in 2018, the company has specialized in PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly) and a wide range of electronic components, including resistors, capacitors, coils, and transformers.

Job Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee daily SMT (Surface Mount Technology) production activities to achieve timely delivery, superior quality, and optimized throughput.
• Manage and coordinate team schedules, training programs, performance reviews, and strict adherence to established quality standards.
• Ensure SMT equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and operated at maximum efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with planning, engineering, and QA teams to streamline processes and eliminate production bottlenecks.
• Analyze production reports, yields, and downtime data, implementing corrective and improvement measures where necessary.
• Uphold compliance with IPC standards and internal quality management systems across all operations.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts to resolve machine, process, and quality-related issues promptly.
• Oversee and control SMT component inventory and material management to support uninterrupted production.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing productivity, product quality, and cost efficiency.
• Prepare and deliver comprehensive operational performance reports to senior management.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in PCB assembly, with solid expertise in SMT operations.
• Skilled in operating and managing SMT production equipment and technologies, including Solder Paste Printers, AOI, SPI, and X-ray inspection systems.
• Comprehensive understanding of PCB assembly processes and SMT line operations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, train, and inspire production teams.
• Strong organizational skills with proven experience in production planning and resource management.
• Capable of maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills for machine, process, and quality-related issues.
• Analytical, data-driven approach to improving yields, efficiency, and overall performance.
• Effective collaboration with cross-functional teams including planning, engineering, and quality assurance.
• Strong communication, reporting, and documentation capabilities.
• Proficiency in Mandarin, English, and Bahasa Malaysia is required.
• Mandarin fluency is essential to ensure effective communication with Mandarin-speaking clients.

Please be informed that only shortlisted candidate will be notified

For more information, you may reach out to Charmaine at her email at charmaine.loo@peoplelake.asia or text her at +6017-4622500 (WhatsApp message only)