Ashok Kumar
General Manager@Vekan Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. | General Manager@Joon Hee Engineering
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🚀 General Manager | Cross-Border Manufacturing Expansion | Busbar & Precision Engineering | ISO / IATF / AS9100 Expert | Productivity Growth Leader. 🔧 20+ years driving precision manufacturing, aerospace, busbar production & advanced vehicle builds. 🚀 Proven track record setting up cross-border plants, leading high-impact engineering teams, and delivering for global brands — including leading EV manufacturers, Dyson, and Philip Morris International. 📈 Expert in P&L, process optimization, productivity incentives, and regulatory compliance (DOE, DOSH, JKKP, CAAM, FAA, EASA). ⚙️ Passionate about building smart work cultures — fostering accountability, continuous learning & problem-solving without blame. 🏆 Current General Manager at Vekan Malaysia Sdn Bhd, expanding busbar manufacturing for world-leading EV clients, and GM at Joon Hee Engineering (Joon Hee Micron Group) driving precision machining & CNC excellence. 💡 Let’s connect — I’m always ready to collaborate on engineering innovations, manufacturing challenges, and growth. strategies that push industries forward I help manufacturing companies scale smarter, run leaner, and stay globally competitive. With 16+ years in operations and general management across aviation, precision machining, anodizing, CNC, stamping, and busbar manufacturing, I specialize in: Factory Operations Leadership – built and led teams delivering high-volume, high-quality output. Quality Systems & Certifications – hands-on experience with ISO, IATF 16949, AS9100 readiness, audits, and compliance. Productivity & Efficiency – OEE improvement, one-piece flow implementation, lean manufacturing, and downtime reduction. Cross-Border Expansion – successfully supported plant setup and scaling in Malaysia for multinational brands. I now work with SMEs and manufacturers in Malaysia & SEA as a Fractional GM / Consultant, helping them: Reduce production costs and downtime. Achieve ISO/IATF certifications faster. Set up or expand facilities seamlessly. Build capable teams and leaders for sustainable growth. If you’re a manufacturing owner looking to stabilize operations, improve margins, or prepare for global customers, let’s connect. 📩 DM me to explore how I can help your factory grow.
Work experience
General Manager
Vekan Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.2025.01-Current(2 years)General Manager
Joon Hee Engineering2025.01-Current(2 years)Assistant General Manager
VS Industry2023.09-2024.12(a year)Program Manager
A Company2023.01-2024.12(2 years)Operations Manager
A company in Johor2021.09-2023.09(2 years)Production Operations Manager
HOPE Technik Pte Ltd2014.03-2019.09(6 years)Operations Manager
Euroala Industries2012.01-2014.03(2 years)Maintenance & Manufacturing Manager
Euroala Industries Sdn Bhd2011.02-2014.03(3 years)Senior Technician
Zodiac Aerospace2006.01-2008.02(2 years)Senior Technician
Singapore Airlines2000.10-2006.01(5 years)Maintenance Technician
Intel Corporation1997.05-1999.12(3 years)
Educational experience
Singapore Polytechnic
Diploma, Mechanical Engineering2002.01-2007.01(5 years)Technical Institute of Penang
GCE, Civil Engineering1994.01-1995.01(a year)
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