Factory Manager

UpGrowth HR Sdn. Bhd.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

UpGrowth HR Sdn. Bhd. in Malaysia seeks an experienced Factory Operations Manager to oversee daily plant activities and drive production schedules to meet targets.

You will lead a manufacturing team, ensure product quality, manage costs, and coordinate with QA/QC, warehouse, and management while implementing SOPs and safety practices.

The role requires 5–8 years in manufacturing with managerial exposure; Mandarin is a plus.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field.
• At least 5–8 years of working experience in factory or manufacturing operations.
• Minimum 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Experience in electric motor manufacturing, machinery manufacturing, or related industry is an added advantage
• Strong knowledge of production planning, quality control, and factory operations
• Good leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Able to manage workers effectively and maintain discipline in the factory
• Familiar with SOP implementation, 5S, safety practices, and process improvement
• Basic knowledge of maintenance coordination and machine handling
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and production reporting
• Able to work independently and under pressure
• Mandarin speaking is an added advantage to communicate with suppliers and workers

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the full daily operations of the factory
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor production schedules to meet output and delivery targets
• Ensure product quality meets company and customer requirements
• Supervise production workers, supervisors, and related factory staff
• Monitor factory efficiency, productivity, and wastage control
• Ensure proper maintenance of machinery, equipment, and factory facilities
• Work closely with QA/QC, warehouse, purchasing, and management teams
• Implement and improve SOPs, workflow, and operational processes
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations
• Control production costs and optimize resource utilization
• Monitor stock usage for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods
• Handle production issues, manpower planning, and problem-solving on the shop floor
• Train, guide, and motivate factory staff to improve discipline and performance
• Prepare operational and production reports for management review
• Support internal audits, factory inspections, and customer audits when required

Skills

Production planning

Quality control

Factory operations

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety & SOP

Maintenance coordination

Microsoft Office

Discipline management

Education

Engineering/Manufacturing/Operations degree

Job description

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and oversee the full daily operations of the factory

• Plan, coordinate, and monitor production schedules to meet output and delivery targets

• Ensure product quality meets company and customer requirements

• Supervise production workers, supervisors, and related factory staff

• Monitor factory efficiency, productivity, and wastage control

• Ensure proper maintenance of machinery, equipment, and factory facilities

• Work closely with QA/QC, warehouse, purchasing, and management teams

• Implement and improve SOPs, workflow, and operational processes

• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations

• Control production costs and optimize resource utilization

• Monitor stock usage for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods

• Handle production issues, manpower planning, and problem-solving on the shop floor

• Train, guide, and motivate factory staff to improve discipline and performance

• Prepare operational and production reports for management review

• Support internal audits, factory inspections, and customer audits when required

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Diploma or Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field

• At least 5–8 years of working experience in factory or manufacturing operations

• Minimum 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role

• Experience in electric motor manufacturing, machinery manufacturing, or related industry is an added advantage

• Strong knowledge of production planning, quality control, and factory operations

• Good leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Able to manage workers effectively and maintain discipline in the factory

• Familiar with SOP implementation, 5S, safety practices, and process improvement

• Basic knowledge of maintenance coordination and machine handling

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and production reporting

• Able to work independently and under pressure

• Mandarin speaking is an added advantage to communicate with suppliers and workers

PREFERRED QUALITIES:

• Hands-on and practical in managing factory floor operations

• Strong sense of responsibility and accountability

• Result-oriented with a focus on productivity and quality

• Good team player with leadership presence

• Able to build systems and improve operational efficiency from ground level