Manager, Production

Manager, Production; Johor; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking a Production Manager to oversee the smooth operation of all production plants, including maintenance, engineering, and warehouse activities. The role emphasizes cost control, safety adherence, and compliance with ISO/HACCP/OHSAS standards.

The candidate should hold an engineering degree, bring 6–10 years of refinery operations experience, and demonstrate strong communication and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Candidate must possess an Engineering degree.
• Experience in refinery operations is required (6–10 years).
• Proven ability to communicate across levels and use MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee smooth operation of all production plants, maintenance, engineering section and warehouse.
• Ensure cost-effective plant operations and maintain monthly costs within budget.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety and statutory requirements (ISO 9001, HACCP, OHSAS 18001 & ISO 14001).
• Lead weekly production meetings and coordinate with shipping to meet on-time delivery.
• Communicate with sales teams to meet customer requirements for quality, delivery, and cost.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

We value our people and encourage everyone to grow professionally. If you think this opportunity is right for you, we encourage you to apply!

Job Description:

1. To ensure smooth, optimum operation for all the production plants including maintenance and Engineering Section and Warehouse.

2. To ensure cost effective operation for all plants and the monthly costs should be maintained within the budget.

3.To ensure all processing plants are maintaining at all time and complied to the requirement standard.

4. To implement and exercise safety measures, good house keeping and manufacturing practice for all plants.

5. To ensure that all pressure vessel and boilers are strictly in compliance with the JKKP statutory requirement.

6. To ensure all SSOP in the ISO 9001:2000, HACCP, OHSAS 18001 & ISO 14001 are fully & strictly followed and no non conformities arise during any third party audits.

7. To hold weekly production meeting to coordinate and follow up on the production plans and ensure on time in full delivery for both packed & bulk products.

8.To hold regular discussions with shipping department to synchronizes shipping schedule & the production plan.

9. To have good & regular communication with the bulk & specialty fats sales team to ensure customer requirements are met in terms of quality, on time in full delivery and cost.

10.To ensure all processing plants & buildings are always kept clean & tidy at all times.

11. To ensure all statutory requirements of JKKP are fully complied.

12. To constantly find ways to improve the efficiency of steam generation and reduce heating cost for all the processing plants.

13. To take firm disciplinary action against subordinates when procedures & systems established are not followed or complied.

14. To coordinate with external parties ie suppliers, toll packers, customers to ensure SDGI PGR gets the best business deals.

15. To carry out any other tasks that will be assigned by the superior from time to time

Job Requirements.

Candidate must posses Degree in Engineering

Experience in Refinery Operational in 6 to 10 years and plant maintenance, refining, fractionation, texturization and boiler operations

Strong communication skills, with ability to engage effectively across different level of organization

Preferably at least an intermediate user of Microsoft Office (Word, Power Point, Excel)

Proven problem-solving and decision making capabilies to address challenges efficiently and proactively.