Kok Meng Leong
Dynamic Manufacturing Manager With 20+ Years Of Leadership Experience In High-tech Semiconductor And Aerospace Environments.
Singapore
Summary
Manufacturing professional with strong leadership skills and extensive experience in production processes and quality control. Known for fostering team collaboration and ensuring seamless operations. Adept at optimizing workflows, improving efficiency, and meeting stringent performance standards. Adaptable and reliable, consistently delivering results in dynamic environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2044
2044
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Manufacturing Manager
Applied Materials
07.2020 - Current
- Improved production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing principles and optimizing workflow processes.
- Strengthened relationships with key customers by proactively addressing their concerns, resulting in higher overall satisfaction levels.
- Mentored junior managers to develop their leadership skills, fostering a strong pipeline of future talent for the organization.
- Championed employee development programs, ensuring staff remained up-to-date on the latest industry trends and best practices.
- Managed capital expenditure projects on time and within budget to acquire state-of-the-art equipment for increased manufacturing capabilities.
- Boosted plant capacity utilization by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and implementing targeted solutions for improvement.
- Increased employee retention by promoting a positive work environment, providing ongoing training opportunities, and recognizing outstanding performance.
- Fostered collaboration and knowledge-sharing among departments, leading to increased innovation and more efficient problemsolving.
- Championed sustainability initiatives within the facility, significantly reducing waste generation and improving energy efficiency.
- Collaborated with engineering and design teams to incorporate feedback from the production floor, leading to improved product manufacturability.
- Led cross-functional teams in the development and implementation of new manufacturing technologies, resulting in increased productivity.
- Streamlined production schedules to meet customer demand while minimizing overtime expenses and maintaining employee satisfaction.
- Delivered successful process improvements through thorough root cause analysis and data-driven decision making.
Manufacturing Project Lead Specialist
GE Aviation
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Implemented best practices in documentation management systems that improved efficiency, accessibility, and security of project-related information.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of various project components.
- Ensured timely delivery of critical deliverables by closely monitoring progress against milestones and adjusting plans as necessary.
- Established strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and positive referrals for the company.
- Facilitated clear communication between internal departments, ensuring all parties remained aligned on goals throughout the duration of each project.
Production Lead
Rolls Royce
03.2013 - 06.2019
- Maintained accurate inventory records, placing orders for raw materials and supplies as needed to avoid stock shortages or delays in production schedules.
- Coordinated effective schedules for production employees.
- Monitored equipment performance, coordinating regular maintenance checks and repairs to minimize unplanned downtime events.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives that resulted in significant improvements in productivity and reduction of waste materials.
- Trained new hires on production procedures, ensuring a quick ramp-up time and consistent performance levels across the team.
- Reduced downtime by proactively identifying potential bottlenecks and addressing them promptly.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing actionable feedback and support for further professional development.
- Participated in safety training programs to maintain a thorough understanding of best practices, ensuring full compliance within the team.
- Increased overall product quality by closely monitoring production processes and providing constructive feedback.
- Trained workers in proper operation, calibration, and maintenance of production line equipment.
- Managed a team of production workers, ensuring timely completion of tasks and adherence to safety protocols.
- Improved production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing effective scheduling techniques.
- Collaborated with Quality Control teams to address any issues identified during inspections, implementing corrective actions as necessary to prevent reoccurrence.
- Facilitated open communication channels between team members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to high performance levels.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fishery
University Putra Malaysia
04.1997 - 01.2000
Educational Leadership And Management
Singapore Workforce Skills Qualifications
04.2001 - 11.2017
Master in Science - Engineering Management
Coventry University
11-2024
Skills
Operations management
Production scheduling
Environmental awareness
ISO standards
Cost reduction
Waste reduction
Process engineering
Cross-functional coordination
Team supervision
Health and safety compliance
Production planning
Data analytics
Safety protocols
Continuous improvement
Process improvement
Engineering/project management experience
Strategic thinker
Lean manufacturing techniques
Manufacturing resource planning MRP
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 09/08
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Singaporean
- Marital Status: In relationship
Telephone - Mobile
81861284
Accomplishments
- Introduced robotic automation for metal spray masking processes, removed safety hazard.
- Digitized key operations (glass bead, shot peening, metal spray) for real time process control, removed manual monitoring.
- Operational excellence with achieved 100% on time delivery, 0 TRI, nominated finalist for RR Trusted to Deliver Excellence Award.
- Introduced monitoring dashboard for current BU for overall view of operation in a glance.
- Enabled CMM probing on DMG grinding machine, avoiding a investment cost of new software solution.
Certification
Side Incident Control for Emergency Respond Team
Timeline
Senior Manufacturing Manager
Applied Materials
07.2020 - Current
Side Incident Control for Emergency Respond Team
07-2020
Manufacturing Project Lead Specialist
GE Aviation
07.2019 - 07.2020
Production Lead
Rolls Royce
03.2013 - 06.2019
Educational Leadership And Management
Singapore Workforce Skills Qualifications
04.2001 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Science - Fishery
University Putra Malaysia
04.1997 - 01.2000
Master in Science - Engineering Management
Coventry University