HR Manager (Start-up Manufacturing)

Private Advertiser; Kulim; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Kedah, Malaysia, is seeking an experienced HR Manager to establish and localise HR policies in compliance with Malaysian law. The role requires a minimum of 8 years of HR experience, with a strong background in manufacturing. Responsibilities include leading end-to-end recruitment, managing payroll, and facilitating employee relations in a start-up environment. This position offers high visibility and an opportunity to shape HR practices from the ground up.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of end-to-end HR experience in Malaysia.
• Manufacturing industry background is mandatory.
• Proven experience setting up HR systems from 0–1.

Responsibilities

• Build and localise HR policies and frameworks.
• Lead end-to-end recruitment for manufacturing roles.
• Oversee payroll and benefits ensuring compliance.

Skills

End-to-end HR experience

Fluency in English

Fluency in Mandarin

Strong knowledge of Malaysian employment laws

Independent working style

Strong communication skills

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Build and localise HR policies, frameworks, and SOPs in full compliance with Malaysian labour laws
• Lead end-to-end recruitment for manufacturing and technical roles
• Oversee payroll, compensation & benefits, ensuring full statutory compliance (EPF, SOCSO, EIS, PCB)
• Manage employee relations and support cross-cultural integration
• Handle government liaison and licensing (SSM, MIDA, DOE, Bomba, Immigration, etc.)
• Support office setup and general administration during the start-up phase

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of end-to-end HR experience in Malaysia
• Manufacturing industry background is mandatory
• Proven experience setting up HR systems, policies, and SOPs from 0–1
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian employment laws and government procedures
• Fluent in English and Mandarin
• Independent, structured, and comfortable operating in a start-up environment
• Be part of a new factory setup from day one
• High visibility role with real decision-making impact
• Opportunity to shape people practices, culture, and compliance foundations

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Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following languages are you fluent in?
• How many years' experience do you have as a human resources manager?