Human Resource Officer

CPI (Penang); Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CPI (Penang) seeks a detailed Payroll Administrator to support HR operations in a manufacturing setting. Responsibilities include accurate monthly payroll processing, attendance data verification for employees and subcontractors, and coordinating performance appraisals and HR reporting.

The role emphasizes adherence to employment laws, data confidentiality, and compliance with RBA standards while collaborating within the HR team and across departments.

Qualifications

• SPM or Diploma in any discipline.
• Knowledge of Employment Act 1955 and related labour laws.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to follow instructions and work independently or in a team.
• Positive, proactive, and willing to learn.

Responsibilities

• Payroll Administration – Manage and process monthly payroll accurately and on time, including salary calculations, overtime, allowances, bonuses, salary advances, statutory deductions, and other payroll-related transactions.
• Attendance Management – Monitor, verify, and maintain accurate employee attendance records, including subcontractor employees.
• Performance Management – Coordinate and process performance appraisals for annual reviews, confirmations, promotions, and transfers.
• Reporting & Analysis – Prepare HR reports such as salary, medical claims, absence and lateness reports, and ad-hoc management reports.
• RBA Compliance & Workplace Standards – Ensure compliance with RBA requirements and maintain ethical workplace practices.
• Ad-hoc Duties – Perform other HR-related tasks as directed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Pressure management

Education

SPM or Diploma in any discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

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To support the HR department in managing payroll, attendance, compensation & benefits, and HR administration in a manufacturing environment. The role ensures accurate payroll processing, proper workforce data management (including production and subcontractor workers), and compliance with statutory requirements and company policies.

Job Responsibilities:

Payroll Administration – Manage and process monthly payroll accurately and on time, including salary calculations, overtime, allowances, bonuses, salary advances, statutory deductions, and other payroll-related transactions. Verify employee and subcontractor attendance records to ensure payroll accuracy. Ensure compliance with company policies and statutory requirements while maintaining payroll records, reports, and confidentiality.

Attendance Management – Monitor, verify, and maintain accurate employee attendance records, including those of subcontractor employees. Ensure attendance data is properly recorded, discrepancies are resolved promptly, and records are submitted in a timely manner for payroll processing and compliance purposes.

Performance Management – Coordinate and process performance appraisals for annual reviews, employee confirmations, promotions, and transfers, ensuring timely completion and proper documentation in accordance with company policies.

Reporting & Analysis – Prepare accurate and timely HR reports, including salary reports, medical claims reports, absence and lateness reports, and other ad-hoc management reports as required. Ensure all data is properly compiled, verified, and presented in a clear and consistent format to support decision-making and HR operations.

RBA Compliance & Workplace Standards – Ensure compliance with Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) requirements by maintaining ethical workplace practices, promoting safe, clean, and hygienic working conditions (including canteen and employee facilities), supporting worker welfare initiatives, and ensuring full preparedness for internal and external RBA audits.

Ad-hoc Duties – Perform any other HR-related tasks or assignments as directed by Superior from time to time to support overall HR operations and departmental needs.

Job Requirements:

SPM or Diploma in any discipline.

Knowledge of Employment Act 1955 and related labour laws (Industrial Relations Act, EPF, SOCSO, Income Tax).

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Strong attention to detail with good organizational skills.

Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Able to follow instructions and work independently or in a team.

Positive, proactive, and willing to learn.

High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.