Assistant Production Manager (Shah Alam)

Carriera; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in sustainable packaging is seeking an Assistant Production Manager in Shah Alam. The role involves driving performance improvements and maximizing production efficiencies while managing teams and compliance with quality standards. Candidates should hold a relevant engineering degree with 5-7 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in packaging. Strong leadership qualities and proficiency in production management software (SAP preferred) are essential. The working hours are Monday to Friday, 9 am to 6 pm.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of production workflows and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficient in production management software.

Responsibilities

• Drive performance improvement and maximize operational efficiencies.
• Implement and maintain quality control systems.
• Foster a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with HSE policies.

Skills

Leadership qualities

Process optimization

Lean manufacturing

Technical support

Production management software

Quality control

Education

Degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Assistant Production Manager (Shah Alam)

A global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, employing over 22,000 people across more than 30 countries. The company operates 100 production sites, focusing on innovative, sustainable solutions that support a better world.

Responsibilities

• Drive performance improvement and maximize operational and production efficiencies, along with supporting the growth of new business, through an active management of existing and new customers.
• Identify opportunities to manufacture efficiently at cost effective level by increasing productivity, efficiency, debottlenecking processes and implement innovation in the production floor.
• Setup and maintain an effective compliance system of control to ensure that operations operate within the Group policies, local regulatory framework and contractual requirements.
• Responsible for the effective repair and maintenance of machineries and equipment in the plant thru routine planned maintenance and authorize the approval for appropriate engineering projects.
• Maintain expert level of product knowledge and application; provide technical support and to perform product trials both locally and overseas.
• Manages key projects, new capex, modification and responsible for the continuous improvement of the production.
• Implement and maintain quality control systems and procedures.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to ensure compliance with quality standards (ISO).
• Investigate and resolve quality issues, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to develop and improve SOPs and work instructions.
• Providing strong leadership to employees at production floor, ensuring high morale, team work, good employee relations and promote team collaboration across the organisation.
• Supervise and provide technical guidance to subordinates; set and manage KPIs for all direct reports.
• Support performance evaluations and staff development initiatives.
• Foster a strong safety culture by ensuring full compliance with HSE policies and guidelines, while consistently maintaining a safe and clean work environment.
• Participate in risk assessments and safety audits.
• Promote safe working practices and lead incident investigations when necessary.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Prepare reports on production performance, quality metrics, and improvement initiatives.
• Support internal and external audits.

Requirements

• Degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.
• At least 5-7 years’ relevant working experience in manufacturing environment, experience in packaging industries is an added advantage.
• Strong understanding of production workflows, lean manufacturing, process optimization, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong leadership qualities with ability to supervise, coach, and develop the production teams.
• Proficient in using production management software (experience in SAP an added advantage).
• Languages: English, Bahasa Malaysia, Mandarin (added advantage).
• Willing to work in Seksyen 28, Shah Alam.
• Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 9am to 6pm.

Contact

Interested candidates please send your resume or call us at 017-3188539.