Assistant Production Manager

Mölnlycke Health Care Suomi; Kuala Ketil; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global medical solutions company is seeking an Assistant Production Manager for its Kuala Ketil site. This role focuses on managing daily production, optimizing operations, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a Bachelor's degree in a related field, along with relevant manufacturing experience. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and collaboration in a diverse team environment.

Benefits

Growth and development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Global company experience

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in latex/polymer or food.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements for medical devices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily production operations.
• Collaborate across departments to optimize production schedules.
• Drive lean manufacturing and process optimization initiatives.
• Analyze production data to reduce scrap and improve efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Strategic thinking

Lean manufacturing

Production management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in production management or related field

Job description

Overview

Job Description

Assistant Production Manager

Join us and make a difference. At Mölnlycke, we believe that real impact starts with people. People who are bold enough to challenge the status quo. People who care deeply for their work, their colleagues, and the world around them. As a global medical solutions company, we design and deliver innovative products and services across wound care, operating room solutions, gloves, and antiseptics. Our mission is to advance performance in healthcare by supporting professionals, improving outcomes, and making a difference where it matters most. The Gloves business area at Mölnlycke helps hands perform at their best so clinicians can perform at their best. We\'re looking for a dynamic and driven Assistant Production Manager to join our team at the Kuala Ketil site.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily production operations, ensure timely and quality output.
• Collaborate across departments to optimize production schedules, resources, and equipment.
• Drive lean manufacturing and process optimisation initiatives
• Collaborate with maintenance, quality, and supply chain teams to resolve production issues
• Analyze production data to reduce scrap, improve yield, and enhance efficiency.
• Mentor and develop production teams, fostering a culture of ownership and accountability.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, FDA regulations, and other relevant standards.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in production management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in latex/polymer, food, or chemical industries.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements & standards for medical devices, including Sustainability & EHS standards.

What You’ll Get

• Your growth and development.
• You’ll gain new experiences while building on your existing knowledge of Mölnlycke.
• Opportunities to stretch, lead, and shape your career path from within.
• Great colleagues in a global company

Our approach to Diversity & Inclusion

We’re building a workplace where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. We believe that a diverse mix of people (from different cultures, ages, geographies, and genders) makes us stronger. It brings fresh perspectives, drives better decisions, and helps us deliver solutions that reflect the world we serve. Inclusion isn’t just a value, it’s how we work, grow, and lead together

About Mölnlycke

Mölnlycke is a world-leading medical products and solutions company that equips healthcare professionals to achieve the best patient, clinical and economic outcomes. Our business is organised in the four business areas Wound Care, Operating Room Solutions, Gloves and Antiseptics, where customer centricity, sustainability and digitalisation are at the heart of everything we do. Mölnlycke employs around 8,700 people. The company headquarters are in Gothenburg, Sweden and we operate in more than 100 countries worldwide. Mölnlycke is a founding partner of GoCo Health Innovation City, a world-class innovation cluster for health. Since 2007, the company has been part of Investor AB, an engaged owner of high-quality, global companies which was founded by the Wallenberg family in 1916. For more information, please visit www.molnlycke.com and www.molnlycke.com/careers