Food Production Lead: Drive Quality & Efficiency

San Soon Seng Food Industries Sdn Bhd; Sasaran; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

San Soon Seng Food Industries Sdn Bhd in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to oversee daily line operations, ensure adherence to SOPs, and maintain safe, efficient work.

You will monitor output and quality against schedules, conduct equipment inspections, coordinate with maintenance, and train staff on safety and procedures. The role requires 2–3 years in production supervision, strong food safety knowledge, and familiarity with ERP/SAP systems.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in production supervision within manufacturing, preferably in the food industry.
• Proven track record of managing and motivating production teams to hit targets and maintain quality.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and quality control procedures.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, able to prioritise multiple tasks.
• Reading production schedules, technical drawings and quality specifications.
• Basic computer literacy; familiarity with production management or ERP/SAP is advantageous.
• Willingness to work shifts, including early morning and evening shifts.
• Relevant certifications in food safety or supervisory training preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage production line operations, ensuring SOPs are followed and safe work practices.
• Monitor production output, quality standards and adherence to schedules to meet targets.
• Conduct regular inspections of machinery, equipment and work areas.
• Coordinate with maintenance to resolve breakdowns and minimise downtime.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, hygiene standards and QC policies.
• Train, coach and mentor production staff on techniques, safety protocols and procedures.
• Document production activities, including output reports and quality records.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency enhancements.
• Communicate with senior management reporting performance, challenges and resolutions.
• Manage inventory of raw materials and finished goods with logistics.

Skills

Production supervision

Team leadership

Food safety knowledge

Quality control

SOP adherence

Communication skills

ERP/SAP familiarity

Tools

ERP / SAP

Job description

San Soon Seng Food Industries Sdn Bhd in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to oversee daily line operations, ensure adherence to SOPs, and maintain safe, efficient work.

You will monitor output and quality against schedules, conduct equipment inspections, coordinate with maintenance, and train staff on safety and procedures. The role requires 2–3 years in production supervision, strong food safety knowledge, and familiarity with ERP/SAP systems.