HR Manager - Operations (Manufacturing Industry)

Private Advertiser; Kluang; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Malaysia is seeking an experienced HR Manager - Operations for our manufacturing plant. You will lead manpower planning, recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training, and compliance to ensure a productive, compliant workforce.

The role requires at least 5 years in plant HR operations, 3 years in a managerial capacity, and a strong grasp of labour laws and tax regulations, with high integrity and clear communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years in plant HR operations.
• At least 3 years in a managerial role within manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of labour laws, statutory requirements, and tax regulations.
• High integrity, confidentiality, attention to detail, and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Workforce Planning & Recruitment: develop manpower plans; manage end-to-end recruitment for plant staff; onboarding and orientation; build talent pipelines.
• Employee Relations & Industrial Relations: foster positive employee relations; handle grievances and disciplinary matters; liaise with unions and authorities.
• Performance Management: lead performance appraisals; set KPIs; monitor progress; manage benefits and attendance incentives.
• Compliance & HR Administration: ensure compliance; maintain records; support audits and HR reporting.
• Employee Engagement & Culture: organize engagement initiatives; survey and monitor engagement; promote company values.

Skills

HR Leadership

Workforce Planning

Recruitment

Employee Relations

Performance Management

Compliance

Communication

Confidentiality

Labour Law Knowledge

Tax Regulations Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources

Job description

HR Manager - Operations (Manufacturing Industry)

The HR Manager is responsible for developing and implementing human resource strategies and initiatives that support the manufacturing plant's operational and business objectives. The role oversees recruitment, employee relations, industrial relations, performance management, training and development, compensation and benefits, compliance with labor laws, and workforce planning to ensure a productive, engaged, and compliant workforce.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

1. 1) Workforce Planning & Recruitment:

   Develop and implement manpower plans aligned with production requirements.

   Manage end-to-end recruitment for plant employees, including operators, technicians, supervisors, engineers, and support staff.

   Coordinate onboarding and orientation programs for new hires.

   Build talent pipelines for critical manufacturing positions.

   Collaborate with department heads to identify staffing needs and succession plans

2. 2) Employee Relations & Industrial Relations:

   Foster positive employee relations and maintain a harmonious work environment.

   Handle employee grievances, disciplinary matters, and conflict resolution.

   Conduct domestic inquiries and disciplinary investigations where necessary.

   Liaise with unions, employee representatives, and government labor authorities.

   Support collective bargaining agreements and industrial relations activities

3. 3) Performance Management:

   Lead performance appraisal processes across the plant.

   Support managers in setting KPIs and performance objectives.

   Monitor employee performance and recommend improvement plans

   Manage employee benefits programs, including insurance and wellness initiatives.

   Monitor overtime, shift allowances, attendance incentives, and statutory payments.

4. 5) Compliance & HR Administration:

   Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, and company policies.

   Maintain employee records and HR documentation.

   Support audits related to labor compliance and certifications.

   Prepare HR reports, dashboards, and workforce analytics

5. 6) Employee Engagement & Culture:

   Organize employee engagement, recognition, and welfare programs.

   Conduct employee surveys and monitor engagement levels.

   Promote company values and positive workplace culture.

Qualification & Requirement

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in plant HR operations.
• At least 3 years in a managerial role within manufacturing, industrial, or production environments.
• Strong understanding of labour laws, statutory requirements, and tax regulations.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality, strong attention to detail, and good communication skills