Deputy General Manager - Manufacturing

See Hau Global Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Malaysia is seeking a Deputy General Manager - Manufacturing to oversee operational efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement across all manufacturing entities. The successful candidate will lead teams to ensure productivity and quality, drive strategic capital projects, and optimize resources while managing multi-site operations. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and significant experience in manufacturing operations, alongside strong leadership skills. This role involves collaboration across departments and may require travel, both local and international.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 to 15 years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations.
• At least 5 years in a senior management role.
• Proven experience in multi-site operations management.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing operations to achieve business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, regulatory, and governance standards.
• Drive capital projects and process improvements.

Skills

Operational efficiency

Project management

People leadership

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Management

Tools

Manufacturing ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

The Deputy General Manager - Manufacturing is responsible for supporting and strengthening the overall leadership of manufacturing operations across all entities, including overseas operations. The role ensures operational efficiency, compliance, consistency of standards, and execution of strategic manufacturing objectives while acting as the key operational extension of the General Manager - Manufacturing in driving performance, governance, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing operations to achieve business objectives while driving productivity, quality, delivery performance, and cost efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, regulatory, and governance standards, including asset protection and risk management.
• Optimise inventory levels, material planning, and workforce resources to support efficient and uninterrupted production.
• Drive capital projects, automation initiatives, and process improvements, and support local and overseas expansion activities.
• Lead, develop, and engage production teams, supporting performance management and succession planning.
• Provide regular operational reporting and act as the key liaison between manufacturing operations and senior management.
• Work closely with GM and MD to ensure expansion initiatives align with strategic growth objectives and operational feasibility.

Strategic thinking & execution

Ability to translate business objectives into actionable operational plans.

Operational leadership

Strong capability to manage manufacturing processes, supply chain, inventory, and production teams.

Project & expansion management

Skilled in overseeing local and international expansion projects, including budgeting, resourcing, and risk management.

People leadership & development

Ability to coach, mentor, and develop high-performing teams; succession planning experience preferred.

Problem-solving & decision-making

Analytical, solution-oriented, and able to make timely decisions under pressure.

Cross-functional collaboration

Able to work with HR, Finance, Sales, Procurement, and Logistics effectively.

Communication & stakeholder management

Clear, concise, and persuasive communication skills; ability to report to senior management and liaise with overseas teams.

Change & continuous improvement mindset

Familiar with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or operational excellence methodologies.

Integrity & accountability

High ethical standards and personal accountability in all actions and decisions.

Requirements

• Master or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Management, or related field.
• Professional certifications in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Operations Management, or Project Management are advantageous.
• Minimum 10 to 15 years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 5 years in a senior management role.
• Proven experience in multi-site operations management, including overseas or cross-border operations.
• Demonstrated experience in production planning, cost control, quality management, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Exposure to expansion projects, including pre-implementation planning, operational cost forecasting, manpower planning, production projection, and post-implementation evaluation.
• Track record of leading diverse teams, driving change, and implementing improvement projects successfully.
• Willingness and ability to travel locally and internationally as required.
• Proficient in manufacturing ERP systems, MS Office, and operational reporting tools.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Questions for applicants

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What’s your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years of project management experience do you have?
• How many years’ experience do you have with forecasting for businesses?
• Are you willing to travel for this role when required?

See Hau Global Sdn Bhd is an established and dynamic growing company. We are the leading manufacturer of high quality plastic pallets for local and export market. Our factories are located in Selangor and Johore, with the yearly production capacity over million quantities, making us the largest plastic pallets manufacturer in Malaysia and within the South East Asia Region.

We take pride in offering a wide range of quality pallet which includes one-way shipping, nestable, rackable, super hygiene and ASRS pallets. The plastic pallet produced are such high quality standard that it could meet the stringent requirements of the American Society for Testing and Material (ASTM), The Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS) and the ISO standards.

With more than 22 years of experience, our products are designed to cater for different needs and requirement. Our clientele ranges from pharmaceutical, electrical, food, paper, petrol chemical to banking industry.