HRA Manager

Printpack; Kulai; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead HR operations in a manufacturing setting in Malaysia. You will develop and implement HR policies, oversee recruitment, attendance, payroll, employee relations, and ensure compliance with Employment Act 1955 and other regulations.

You will work with management on manpower planning and performance management to support business needs. The ideal candidate has 5–8 years HR experience, a Bachelor's/Diploma in HR Management, strong leadership,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Diploma in HR Management or related field.
• 5–8 years HR experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Experience managing HR and Administration functions.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian employment and labour requirements.
• Experience handling expatriate and foreign workers is an advantage.
• Experience with audits (RBA / customer / JTK / ISO) preferred.
• Leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR policies, procedures and practices.
• Manage HR operations including recruitment, attendance, leave, disciplinary matters and welfare.
• Provide HR advice and support to management on employee-related matters.
• Monitor manpower requirements and manpower planning.
• Handle end-to-end recruitment for local and foreign workers.
• Coordinate payroll, attendance, overtime and statutory contributions.
• Oversee administration, welfare, events and communications.
• Coordinate performance appraisal and development plans.
• Prepare monthly HR reports and analytics.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Confidentiality

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's/Diploma in HR Management

Job description

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• Develop and implement HR policies, procedures and practices in line with company requirements and applicable Malaysian labour laws.
• Manage the overall HR operation including recruitment, employee relations, attendance, leave, disciplinary matters and employee welfare.
• Provide HR advice and support to management and HODs on employee-related matters.
• Monitor manpower requirements and prepare manpower planning according to business needs.

2. Recruitment & Manpower Planning

• Manage end-to-end recruitment activities for local and foreign workers.
• Work closely with HODs to identify manpower requirements and recruitment priorities.
• Monitor recruitment costs, turnover and time-to-fill vacancies.
• Develop recruitment strategies to attract and retain suitable candidates.
• Manage expatriate & foreign worker documentation, permits, renewals, transfers and related government requirements.

3. Employee Relations & Industrial Relations

• Handle employee grievances, complaints, counselling and disciplinary cases.
• Conduct domestic inquiry and disciplinary processes in accordance with company procedures and applicable laws.
• Maintain good employer-employee relationships and promote a positive working environment.
• Advise management on employment-related disputes and industrial relations matters.

4. Compliance & Audit

• Ensure HR practices comply with the Employment Act 1955, relevant labour regulations and government requirements.
• Coordinate and support RBA, JTK, customer, ISO and other compliance audits.
• Maintain proper HR documentation and records for audit requirements.
• Monitor working hours, overtime, wages, leave, benefits and employment conditions.
• Ensure company policies comply with applicable statutory requirements.
• Manage monthly payroll preparation and ensure accurate submission of payroll information.
• Monitor attendance, overtime, allowances, deductions and leave records.
• Ensure statutory contributions and payments such as EPF, SOCSO, EIS and PCB are properly administered.
• Prepare payroll reports and resolve discrepancies with relevant parties.

6. Administration & Employee Welfare

• Oversee HR administration, hostel, transportation and employee welfare matters where applicable.
• Monitor hostel rules, safety, cleanliness and compliance requirements.
• Manage employee welfare activities and company engagement programmes.
• Coordinate company events, employee communications and HR-related activities.

7. Performance Management

• Coordinate employee performance appraisal and confirmation processes.
• Assist HODs in managing employee performance and development plans.
• Identify high-potential employees and support succession planning.

8. HR Reporting & Analytics

• Prepare monthly HR reports covering:
• Headcount
• Turnover
• Recruitment status
• Overtime
• Training
• Disciplinary cases
• Analyse HR trends and recommend improvement actions to management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in Human Resource Management, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum 5–8 years of HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in managing both HR and Administration functions.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian employment and labour requirements.
• Experience handling expatriate & foreign workers is an advantage.
• Experience in RBA / customer / JTK / ISO audits is highly preferred.
• Good leadership, communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Able to work independently and handle confidential information professionally.