Team Leader - Patternshop

We are seeking an experienced Team Leader to join our manufacturing operations in Merlimau, Melaka.

As a Team Leader, you will play a crucial role in overseeing a team of production workers, ensuring efficient workflows and high-quality output. This is a full-time position based on-site at our facility.

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of a team of production workers

• Monitor team performance and productivity, and implement strategies to optimize workflows

• Provide hands-on training and coaching to team members to develop their skills

• Identify and resolve any operational issues or bottlenecks in a timely manner

• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety and quality standards

• Collaborate with other departments to plan and execute production schedules

• Provide regular progress reports to management

• Proven experience as a Team Leader / Supervisor / Shift Lead in a manufacturing environment, especially heavy industry

• 5 to 7 years in pattern shop (wood-base) operations (pattern making & core making)

• Strong engineering drawing skills

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to effectively manage and motivate a team

• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities

• Thorough understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control & resource management

• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies

• Strong communication and reporting skills

Certificate or Diploma in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology (other types of Engineering / Technical disciplines will be considered.

• Foundry pattern - pattern assembly, repair, and familiarity with wood, metal and resin patterns

• Knowledge of casting design principles, tolerances and shrinkage allowance

• Tooling - machining processes, jigs, fixtures, gauges and tooling design. Require proficiency in CAD/CAM software

Bradken is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, engaging and flexible environment for our people. All employment decisions are based on merit, competence, performance and business need