Assistant HR Manager

Jobstreet Malaysia; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant HR Manager to oversee HR operations in a new manufacturing facility. This role involves managing recruitment, onboarding, compliance, and employee relations, ensuring alignment with Malaysian labor laws. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of HR experience, preferably in manufacturing, and will play a key role in fostering a positive workplace culture. Enjoy a work-life balance with a 5-day work week, along with fixed allowances and secure parking. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a financially stable and expanding company.

Benefits

Free secure parking

Fixed allowances

Work-life balance with 5 work days

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR experience, preferably in manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian labor laws and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end HR operations for a new manufacturing facility.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies.
• Support training and development around quality standards.

Skills

HR Operations Management

Recruitment

Onboarding

Employee Relations

Compliance with Labor Laws

Performance Management

Conflict Resolution

Training and Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

We are seeking an Assistant HR Manager to join our team. You will play a vital role in ensuring production excellence, contributing to new product launches, and supporting high-volume manufacturing aligned with global standards.

Work location:

Ulu Tiram

Enjoy work-life balance with 5 work days per week

Financially stable company & expanding!

Free secure parking

Fixed allowances provided

Responsibilities:

1. Set up and manage end-to-end HR operations for a new manufacturing facility, including recruitment, onboarding, payroll, compliance, and employee relations.
2. Lead and support the hiring plan for key positions such as engineers, technicians, production, QA/QC, and support staff.
3. Ensure compliance with Malaysian labor laws, statutory contributions (EPF, SOCSO, PCB), and company policies.
4. Implement HR strategies, SOPs, and employee handbooks in line with business goals and local regulations.
5. Manage employee performance appraisal processes, KPIs, and talent development programs.
6. Handle employee engagement, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions professionally.
7. Oversee HR systems and data, ensuring accuracy in documentation, records, and reporting.
8. Support training and development planning, especially around quality standards, safety, and technical skills.
9. Build and maintain strong internal communications across departments during the setup and scaling phase.

Requirements:

• 5+ years’ experience in HR, preferably in manufacturing environments.

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