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Production Area Leader Banner & Pocket Job ID: REF88393Z

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This job is for a Production Area Leader at Continental, where you'll oversee safety and efficiency in manufacturing. You might like this job because it offers the chance to lead teams, solve problems, and drive improvements in a collaborative environment.

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Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur

Job Description

Your tasks

The Production Area Leader plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the Banner & Pocket production area. This position is fully accountable for safety, daily operations, and continuous improvement, while also contributing to strategic planning, workforce development, and quality enhancement. The leader acts as a key liaison between shopfloor teams and support functions, driving performance and fostering a culture of excellence.

 

⚙️ Daily Operations 

  • Ensure adherence to quality standards, SOPs, and inspection protocols.
  • Lead SAT4 meetings for Curing & OB issues and escalate to relevant departments.
  • Monitor and report daily GT stock inventory.
  • Enforce discipline and manage daily manning arrangements.
  • Ensure smooth execution of production plans; revise programs as needed.
  • Lead shopfloor issue resolution for Curing & OB.
  • Coordinate with Engineering during breakdowns and prioritize repairs.

📋 Adherence & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with SH policies, QMS, PPS, and internal procedures.
  • Coordinate and document counseling sessions.
  • Ensure availability of updated Work Instructions and Specifications.

🧭 Projects and Continuous Improvement

  • Develop and execute corrective and contingency plans.
  • Improve and stabilize process capability and efficiency.
  • Troubleshoot issues and implement solutions using structured analysis.
  • Drive continuous improvement and collaborate with support functions for improvement initiatives.

📈 Production / Quality / Efficiency Improvements

  • Implement efficient processes to meet output and quality targets.
  • Maintain production quality through robust process controls.
  • Align equipment, tooling, and processes with product requirements.
  • Execute corrective actions and CI activities related to scrap, rework, tire weight, and cured tire dimensions.

📦 Others

  • Take full responsibility for designated production areas.
  • Ensure full compliance with company safety regulations across all employees.
  • Lead accident investigations and follow-ups in Banner & Pocket
  • Ensure operators receive proper training and tools.
  • Identify and arrange for multi-skill development as needed.

 

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Your profile

Diploma in Mechanical/ Electrical/ Chemical/ Manufacturing with minimum 5 years experience OR Bachelor Degree in Mechanical/ Electrical/ Chemical/ Manufacturing with minimum 3 years experience.

Preferably have experience in managing Shopfloor employees.

Fluent in Malay and English

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Our offer

We offer an open culture, best perspectves and career opportunities!

Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.

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About us

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.

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Company Benefits

Health Benefits

Continental ensures well-being with ergonomic spaces and perks like yoga, massages, and screenings, supporting health from office to production line.

Mobile Working at Continental

At Continental, we embrace hybrid work, blending home and office.

Benefits for a good Work-Life-Balance

Continental offers flexible working hours with part-time and flextime models, plus childcare options, making it easier to balance work and family life

A Sabbatical with Continental

A sabbatical lets employees take a career break to travel, study, or care for family. Afterward, they can seamlessly return to their role.


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Continental

Tyres are the essential point of contact between a vehicle and the road. We work to ensure that your tyres will always offer excellent braking, maximum safety, and pure driving pleasure. That’s why Continental is one of the leading manufacturers of tyres in Europe. But wait – there’s more! We rank among the top five automotive suppliers worldwide, with divisions specializing in brake systems; instrumentation; systems...