Company Description
Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2021, Continental generated sales of €33.8 billion and currently employs more than 190,000 people in 58 countries and markets. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary.
Job Description
The Production Area Leader is fully responsible for overseeing the safety, daily operations, compliance, and continuous improvement within the Curing & OB area. This role ensures smooth production flow, adherence to quality standards, and fosters a culture of safety and efficiency. The leader also collaborates across departments to drive strategic initiatives and workforce development.
Key Responsibilities
🔐 Safety (Full Responsibility)
- Ensure full compliance with company safety regulations.
- Communicate safety and health directives to all team members.
- Safeguard company property within the production area.
- Lead accident investigations and implement corrective actions.
- Enforce security measures and provide PPE to the Curing crew.
⚙️ Daily Operations (Full Responsibility)
- Ensure operators follow all quality checks, SOPs, and standards.
- Lead SAT4 meetings and escalate issues to relevant departments.
- Monitor daily GT stock inventory and ensure accuracy.
- Enforce discipline and manage daily manpower arrangements.
- Handle SAP attendance bookings and operator claims.
- Manage and justify daily overtime to meet production targets.
- Submit daily production reports by 8 AM.
- Ensure production runs smoothly and revise plans as needed.
- Escalate production issues to BTL/HOD or support teams.
- Lead resolution of shopfloor issues promptly.
- Coordinate with Engineering during breakdowns and prioritize repairs.
- Manage NCRs and follow up on scrap reduction targets.
- Ensure completion of FPI and mold change check sheets.
📋 Adherence & Compliance (Full Responsibility)
- Ensure compliance with SH policies, QMS, PPS, and internal procedures.
- Maintain high housekeeping standards.
- Coordinate and document counseling sessions.
- Conduct annual appraisals for Blue Collar employees.
- Attend grievance meetings with UNION (CTEU) when required.
- Support investigations by local authorities (e.g., SOCSO).
- Ensure availability of updated Work Instructions and Specifications.
🔄 Continuous Improvement (Full Responsibility)
- Ensure CBT1 & LPA boards are completed on schedule.
- Troubleshoot issues and implement structured solutions.
- Collaborate with support functions to drive improvements.
- Promote cost-saving initiatives and reduce operating costs.
🧭 Plans / Strategy / Projects (Shared Responsibility)
- Develop and execute corrective and contingency plans.
- Support CBS manufacturing principles.
- Improve and stabilize process capability and efficiency.
- Escalate unresolved issues in CBT2 for further action.
📚 Training & Development (Shared Responsibility)
- Ensure operators receive proper training and tools.
- Promote job rotation and multitasking to enhance skillsets.
- Collaborate with Shopfloor Trainer for operator certification.
- Identify and arrange for multi-skill development.
📈 Production / Quality / Efficiency Improvements (Shared Responsibility)
- Implement efficient processes to meet output and quality targets.
- Maintain production quality through robust process controls.
- Support root cause analysis in QSC.
- Align equipment, tooling, and processes with product requirements.
- Execute corrective actions and CI activities related to scrap, rework, tire weight, and cured tire dimensions.
📦 Other Responsibilities
- Raise purchase orders as required.
- Take full responsibility for designated production areas.
- Lead scrap management initiatives when necessary.
Qualifications
Bachelor Degree in Mechanical/ Electrical/ Chemical/ Manufacturing with minimum 3 years experience.
Diploma in Mechanical/ Electrical/ Chemical/ Manufacturing with minimum 5 years experience.
Must have experience in managing Shopfloor employees.
Fluent in Malay and English
Additional Information
We offer an open culture, best perspectves and career opportunities!
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