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Innovation, Efficiency and Ambition: this is what VAT has stood for over 50 years. 

With this passion, VAT has grown to become the leading international developer, manufacturer and supplier of high-performance high-end vacuum valves and vacuum sealing technology, employing over 2000 people worldwide.  The headquarters are located in Haag (Switzerland), the production centers in Switzerland, Malaysia, Romania and Taiwan.

We are looking for a Production Manager Assembly who oversees an assembly team primarily responsible for managing, sustaining and improving operational or production relevant processes 

Your responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Roles, Responsibilities and Job Expectations

• Manage, sustain and improve operational or production relevant processes in assembly cleanroom, covering assembly and End-of-Line testing of modules / valves / actuators / other components, and preparation / treatment of O-rings.
• Manage flexible production capacity within market driven lead times
• Ensure adherence to safety rules and regulations and drive continuous improvement in the operational processes through risk assessments and mitigations to ensure safe work environment for all employees in the assembly cleanroom.
• Ensure timely delivery of all assembled products in specified quality and cost effective process.
• Recruit, lead, coach and oversee all employees in Cleanroom Assembly
• Ensure adequate training and qualification of employee in production and assembly to build professional production team according to skill matrix plan.
• Ensure optimal and efficient staff allocation and time management for production orders execution and

material provisioning processes.

• Drive continuous improvement and 6S at work environment to improve quality, productivity and safety.
• Collaborate with engineering team to perform long-term equipment capacity planning and manpower requirement according to sales forecast.
• Ensure effective utilization of labors and other resources in the shop floor.
• Ensure adherence to process and quality standards.
• Ensure proper maintenance, setup and use of all production equipment according to schedule
• Ensure smooth operation of all relevant production system e.g. D365
• Ensure proper maintenance of procedure and task performed accordingly
• Ensure fulfilment of all relevant production key performance indicators (KPI), namely zero safety incidents, quality-related indicators (FPY, internal / external QPPM) and productivity-relevant indicators (performance rate / OLE, compliance rate, abort rate, attendance and labor utilization rate).
• Ensure adequate resources of the 4M readiness for smooth production.
• Be the subject matter expert in production-related operations and represent VAT MY as a key contact person in cross-site collaborations.
• Any other duties as assigned by superior.

Key Competencies and Skills

• Bachelor / Master Degree / Diploma in Mechanical / Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent qualification
• Hands on operations experience in precision machining or mechanical assembly industry.
• Profound know-how in mechanical manufacturing, production planning and organization.
• Proven track records in leadership, with at least 8 years of experience managing a large manufacturing organization.
• Basic computer skills and strong proficiency in Microsoft office and ERP / MRP tools e.g. D365, Oracle, SAP.
• Possess strategic leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of lean manufacturing and its applications.
• Knowledge in production capacity and resource planning.

Special Skills (such as special certifications)

• Certifications in problem solving methodologies i.e. Six sigma, 8D, etc.
• Know-how in SPC, FMEA, and other relevant quality tools

VAT is an equal opportunity employer. We see ourselves as a responsible and far-sighted employer that offers not only jobs, but also career and personal development opportunities through various training programs. We recognize the value of employee diversity and provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified application that contributes to innovation, improves customer orientation and employee satisfaction. One-step in this direction is to ensure that people are recognized and fairly compensated for their contributions to the company. In 2021, VAT received the Fair-ON-Pay+ certificate as an acknowledgement for our commitment in ensuring equal pay for equal work between men and women.