HR Operations Executive

Kerry; Butterworth; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global nutrition company is seeking a People Service Executive in Butterworth, Penang. The role focuses on delivering administrative support and ensuring smooth daily operations. You will manage plant attendance, conduct employee onboarding, and ensure compliance with labor laws. Ideally, you have a Bachelor's degree in Administration or Human Resources and at least two years' experience in a related field. This role offers a chance to work in a collaborative environment while shaping the future of nutrition.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in people services or a related role.
• Exposure to a manufacturing environment is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage plant attendance and ensure payroll accuracy.
• Administer biometric systems and personal lockers.
• Generate reports on non-compliance and unproductive time.
• Monitor compliance with labor laws and company policies.

Skills

Independently handling tasks/projects

Stakeholder management

Knowledge of labor law

Experience in a manufacturing environment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Administration / Human Resources

Job description

Requisition ID: 62269
Position Type: FT Permanent
Workplace Arrangement: #LI-Onsite

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

• Work Location: Butterworth, Penang
• Reporting Line: People Service Lead
• Working hours: 8.30am - 5.15pm

The People Service Executive is responsible for delivering efficient administrative support and maintaining effective systems and procedures to serve internal customers. The role ensures smooth day-to-day site operations and fosters positive employee relations across all levels.

Key responsibilities

• Manage plant attendance and ensure accuracy for payroll processing.
• Administer biometric systems (finger/face scan) and personal lockers.
• Generate reports on working hours non-compliance and unproductive time.
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards and audit requirements.
• Monitor outsourced vendors’ adherence to ethical audit standards.
• Conduct induction for outsourced employees and support onboarding.
• Monitor compliance with labor laws and company policies.
• Handle renewal of plant licenses and local authority documents.
• Participate in audits and inspections (e.g., lockers, hostels).
• Organize sports, recreational activities, and festive events.
• Serve as committee member for Safety Committee & SWRC.
• Execute cross-functional and ad-hoc tasks as instructed.
• Communicate effectively between superior and relevant parties.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure quality, health, and safety standards are met.

Qualifications and skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Administration / Human Resources or any other related field.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as people services or a related role. Exposure to a manufacturing environment is an added advantage.
• Good capabilities of handling the tasks/projects independently and have courage to deal with different levels of stakeholders.
• Knowledge of labour law and ethical audit requirements.

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.

Recruiter: #LI-NA1
Posting Type: LI