Production Material Control Manager

Key Responsibilities

1. Production Planning & Control (SMT & Box Build)
2. Develop and manage Master Production Schedule (MPS) for SMT lines and Box Build assembly.
3. Ensure production schedules align with customer demand, capacity, and material readiness.

4. Coordinate closely with SMT, Box Build, Engineering, and Production teams to troubleshoot scheduling conflicts. - Monitor work order progress, aging WIP, line changeovers, and cycle times to avoid delays.

5. Material Planning & Control

6. Oversee MRP planning and ensure timely availability of materials for SMT components, mechanical parts, and box build assemblies.
7. Manage material readiness for PCBA, sub-modules, and final assembly
8. Control material consumption, minimize shortages, and reduce excess / obsolete inventory.

9. Drive accuracy in component issuance, feeder loading plans, and BOM changes (ECO/ECN management).

10. Warehouse & Inventory Management

11. Lead warehouse functions including receiving, storing, kitting, issuing, and finished goods

handling.

• Implement FIFO/FEFO for components, moisture-sensitive devices (MSD), and critical parts.
• Ensure proper setup of SMT kitting zones, material racks, and temperature-controlled areas.
• Drive inventory accuracy through cycle counts, stock audits, and system improvements (ERP/WMS).

1. Supply Chain & Vendor Coordination
2. Work closely with procurement teams to ensure supplier delivery performance and material readiness for SMT and Box Build.
3. Support vendor forecasting, safety stock planning, and risk mitigation for long-lead or critical components.

4. Lead supply chain improvement activities to enhance lead time, material cost, and flow efficiency.

5. Leadership & Reporting

6. Lead and coach a multidisciplinary PMC team across planning, materials, and warehouse.
7. Prepare production status, OTIF, inventory KPIs, shortage reports, and build readiness dashboards.
8. Participate in S&OP meetings and drive cross-functional communication for operational

alignment.
- Ensure compliance with ISO, EHS, and internal audit requirements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Business, or related fields.
• Minimum 5-8 years’ experience in Planning, Material Control, Warehouse, and Supply
• Chain.
• Strong experience in SMT (PCBA) and Box Build assembly operations is mandatory.
• Solid understanding of MRP/MPS, BOM structures, component planning, and
• production flow.
• Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with proven leadership experience.
• Experience in EMS/Electronics manufacturing environment is highly preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, or continuous improvement experience.
• Strong Excel/Power BI reporting skills.
• Familiarity with MSD handling, ESD practices, and IPC standards is a plus.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: RM5,000.00 - RM8,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Opportunities for promotion
• Professional development

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experienced working in Electronics Manufacturing Services?
• Do you have experience in SMT or Box Build?

Education:

• Diploma/Advanced Diploma (required)

Experience:

• PMC: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person