Proton has introduced a manufacturing improvement programme at its electric vehicle (EV) plant in Tanjung Malim, with plans to extend it to other production operations next year.
Called the Proton META POWER 5-Star Programme, the initiative aims to improve vehicle quality, production efficiency and workforce skills by giving factory employees greater responsibility for identifying and resolving problems.
Workers are encouraged to inspect their own output, prevent defective components from reaching subsequent production stations and identify equipment issues before they disrupt operations.
The programme also provides channels for employees to propose improvements, while supervisors are expected to provide guidance and ensure problems are addressed.
Proton chief executive officer Dr Li Chunrong said manufacturing performance depended not only on technology but also on employees’ skills, commitment and ability to work together.
The initiative builds on Proton’s existing Production Way system, which covers quality control, workplace safety, equipment maintenance and operational efficiency.
Teams will undergo periodic assessments under a five-star rating system designed to measure their progress against defined standards.
Proton targets completion of the EV plant’s pilot assessment by December 2026, followed by a phased expansion across other Tanjung Malim operations in 2027. The company aims to establish five-star capabilities across these areas by October 2027.
