Production Manager (Metal Stamping)

About the Role

We are seeking a Production Manager (Metal Stamping) to lead high-volume manufacturing operations, ensuring stable production, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery. This role is responsible for driving shopfloor performance, productivity improvement, and operational excellence, while leading teams in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily metal stamping production operations to meet output and delivery targets
• Ensure production aligns with planning, customer demand, and delivery schedules
• Drive productivity improvement through manpower optimization and process efficiency
• Control manufacturing costs, including labor utilization, scrap, and operational losses
• Identify and resolve production bottlenecks to improve throughput and line efficiency
• Ensure stable and consistent production processes and equipment utilization
• Coordinate with Production Planning, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Quality teams
• Ensure material availability and smooth production flow
• Support new model introduction and production ramp-up activities
• Lead and develop supervisors and shopfloor workforce, driving discipline and performance
• Strengthen team capability in problem-solving and operational ownership
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Kaizen, waste reduction)
• Standardize processes to sustain improvements and ensure operational consistency

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial / Mechanical preferred)
• 8–12 years of experience, with 3–5 years in leadership role
• Experience in metal stamping or high-volume production
• Strong leadership in shopfloor operations
• Ability to guide and coach the team
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good command of English