HR Operations Manager (Manufacturing Industry)

Private Advertiser; Kluang; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Malaysia's manufacturing sector seeks an experienced HR Operations Manager to design and implement HR strategies that align with plant objectives. You will oversee recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training, compensation, compliance, and workforce planning to drive a productive and compliant workforce.

With at least 5 years in plant HR operations and a minimum of 3 years in a managerial role, you will collaborate with department heads, liaise with

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead workforce planning & recruitment for the plant, including onboarding for new hires and building talent pipelines.
• Foster positive employee relations and liaise with unions and government labor authorities.
• Oversee performance management, KPI setting, and development plans for staff.
• Manage compensation and benefits programs, attendance incentives, and statutory payments.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and maintain HR records and documentation.
• Organize employee engagement and culture initiatives and monitor workforce analytics.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or equivalent

Job description

HR Operations Manager (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) 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) 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) 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.

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

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