First Shift Lead - Penang

Location

Penang, Malaysia

Alleima Business Unit (BU) Medical produce and sell components for life changing medical devices. We are on an exciting growth journey and have made three acquisitions and set up two greenfield sites within the last four years. Being a truly global organization, we have manufacturing sites in Germany, Switzerland, and Italy as well as in the USA. We are now expanding into Malaysia and setting up a new production site in Penang. The site will initially be very small, but we are looking to grow within the coming years.

We are now looking for a lean manufacturing operator for our new site.

Your Role

In this role you will start by working together with the production manager with the initial set up and to train new operators. As a manufacturing lead at Alleima, you will play a crucial role in our production process.

Your responsibilities will include:

Setting up, calibrating, and operating machines used in production processes.

Following established procedures for operating various conventional and/or CNC manufacturing equipment.

Selecting and measuring raw materials and parts to specifications to prepare for production processing.

Resolving issues related to the organization's production, machinery, processing, and/or packaging operations.

Inspecting machining operations and finished products against specified tolerances using precision measuring tools.

Determining and correcting minor machine malfunctions and performing simple routine maintenance and cleaning.

Ensuring safety and housekeeping (5S) requirements are met.

Support and develop technical program to monitor certifications and inspection of equipment and materials.

Support environmental, health and safety initiatives.

Preferred Competencies:

Perform routine and preventive maintenance on machinery, equipment, and facility systems.

Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Monitor equipment performance and implement corrective actions to optimize efficiency.

Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including repairs and inspections.

Collaborate with production teams to schedule maintenance activities with minimal disruption.

Assist in installing new equipment and ensuring proper setup and functionality.

Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations during all maintenance tasks.

Provide recommendations for equipment improvements and cost-saving initiatives.

Strong understanding of maintenance processes, tools, and best practices.

Familiarity with PLC systems and the ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Basic computer skills to maintain digital records and utilize maintenance management software.

About You

You are a seasoned professional with considerable on—the—job experience and proficiency developed through job—related training. You understand the intricacies of the manufacturing process and are adept at maintaining production flow. Your ability to act as a liaison and communicate effectively with the production manager is crucial. You demonstrate good documentation practices and attention to detail, ensuring all necessary paperwork and data entry are completed accurately. Your expertise in machine and equipment setup, troubleshooting, and minor adjustments is essential for maintaining optimal production conditions. You follow production specifications and standard operating procedures meticulously, performing in—process quality checks and inspecting final products for defects. Your commitment to safety and adherence to ISO standard QEHS policies reflect your dedication to a zero—accident environment. At Alleima, we value your practical problem—solving skills and your readiness to dive into work head—on. Proficient in troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery, including electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.

What you can expect from us

We offer an interesting role within a growing company with good prospects and opportunities for further development. With our global footprint you will collaborating closely with your colleagues in the USA and Europe.

Additional Information

Your direct manager will be based in Penang. Apply for the role at

At Alleima, our mission is much more than delivering high-quality products, technology, and processes - working together to develop solutions based on our customer’s needs and thus achieve our business goals, is a better way to describe our daily work. With curious employees and safety as our priority, we create a work environment where you can develop both personally and professionally.

With a clear direction for our journey ahead, utilizing our position as a technology leader, progressive customer partner, and sustainability driver, we aim to become an even stronger company in our industry.

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