ER/IR Specialist — Manufacturing Compliance & Grievances

CKD Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Kedah; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CKD Malaysia Sdn Bhd in Kulim, Kedah, is seeking an experienced IR/ER Executive to join its HR team and manage employee relations and industrial relations matters in a professional, fair and compliant manner.

The successful candidate will work with employees, supervisors and management to address workplace issues, grievances and disciplinary actions while ensuring compliance with Malaysian employment and IR laws. Experience in semiconductor/high-tech manufacturing is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in HRM/IR/Business Admin/Law or related field
• Minimum 3 years' experience in Industrial Relations or Employee Relations
• Experience in semiconductor/high-tech manufacturing environment is an added advantage
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian employment and industrial relations legislation (Employment Act 1955, Industrial Relations Act 1967)
• Experience handling disciplinary cases, domestic inquiries, misconduct investigations, grievances and disputes
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English and Bahasa Malaysia

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day Employee Relations (ER) and Industrial Relations (IR) matters, including grievances, workplace conflicts and disciplinary cases.
• Conduct and coordinate domestic inquiries, investigations and disciplinary proceedings in line with policies and laws.
• Prepare and review HR/IR documentation including show-cause letters, warnings, investigation records, disciplinary notices, PIP-related docs and termination documents.
• Provide advice to management on misconduct, disciplinary actions, absenteeism, performance and employment-related matters.
• Ensure proper handling and documentation of ER/IR cases from initial investigation to resolution.
• Support management in labour and employment-related disputes, including relevant documentation and external coordination.
• Monitor changes in Malaysian employment and IR legislation to keep HR practices compliant.
• Advise managers on proper application of policies, procedures and employment practices.
• Maintain confidential records of all ER/IR cases and prepare management reports.
• Assist HR policy development, review and implementation related to employee conduct and workplace relations.
• Collaborate with other HR functions on engagement, performance management, attendance and grievances.
• Perform other HR/IR duties and projects as assigned by Management.

Skills

Industrial Relations

Employee Relations

Disciplinary Management

Domestic Inquiry

Grievance Handling

HR Policy & Procedures

Documentation & Case Management

Stakeholder Management

Professional Judgement

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, Law

Job description

CKD Malaysia Sdn Bhd in Kulim, Kedah, is seeking an experienced IR/ER Executive to join its HR team and manage employee relations and industrial relations matters in a professional, fair and compliant manner.

The successful candidate will work with employees, supervisors and management to address workplace issues, grievances and disciplinary actions while ensuring compliance with Malaysian employment and IR laws. Experience in semiconductor/high-tech manufacturing is advantageous.