Manufacturing Engineering Manager
About the role
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead our plastic injection moulding engineering team. This role is responsible for driving manufacturing excellence, process optimization, tooling improvement, and ensuring high-quality production output in a regulated manufacturing environment.
You will play a key leadership role in supporting new product introduction (NPI), improving production efficiency, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the Manufacturing Engineering team in plastic injection moulding operations
Oversee process development, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives
Drive tooling design review, mould maintenance strategy, and troubleshooting activities
Support New Product Introduction (NPI) from concept to mass production
Improve cycle time, yield, scrap reduction, and overall equipment efficiency (OEE)
Collaborate with Quality, Production, and R&D teams to resolve technical issues
Ensure compliance with ISO standards and regulatory requirements (medical device environment if applicable)
Manage CAPA, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions
Develop engineering standards, SOPs, and best practices across manufacturing processes
Lead technical training and capability development for engineers and technicians
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
7–12 years of experience in plastic injection moulding manufacturing environment
Minimum 3–5 years in a leadership / managerial role
Strong knowledge of injection moulding processes, tooling, and polymer materials
Experience in medical device or high-precision manufacturing is an advantage
Familiar with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement tools
Strong problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment
Pay: RM10,000.00 - RM15,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Opportunities for promotion
Professional development
Work Location: In person
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