Managing Director

-; Nilai; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation technology company located in Malaysia is seeking a strategic and results-driven leader to oversee plant operations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of leadership experience in Operations. You will be responsible for driving performance, ensuring quality and safety, and creating an inclusive work environment while developing and executing strategic plans. This role offers competitive benefits and a commitment to employee well-being and growth.

Benefits

Competitive benefits plans

Flexible time-off plans

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in Operations or Manufacturing management.
• Proven ability to drive operational performance against defined metrics.
• Strong capability in developing strategic plans aligned with business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end plant operations for delivery and quality.
• Drive operational excellence and performance management against metrics.
• Create a positive work environment that fosters engagement and growth.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Operational mindset

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Engineering

Job description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Lead and manage end-to-end plant operations to achieve customer delivery, quality, safety, and financial performance targets.
• Drive operational excellence through continuous improvement, disciplined execution, and performance management against key metrics.
• Create a positive and inclusive work environment that enables employee engagement, development, and career growth.
• Implement, sustain, and continuously improve the Quality Management System in alignment with Emerson standards.
• Ensure full compliance with local legal requirements, Emerson corporate policies, and internal governance standards.
• Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing support of Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) programs.
• Formulate and execute short- and long-term strategic plans to support business growth and operational sustainability.
• Oversee shared service functions across the Nilai campus to ensure effective service delivery and alignment.
• Build strong partnerships with internal stakeholders, customers, suppliers, and external agencies to support business objectives.

Who You Are:

• You are a strategic and results-driven leader with a strong operational mindset. You communicate effectively across all levels, lead with integrity, and are able to balance day-to-day execution with long-term planning. You foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in Operations, Quality, or Manufacturing management.
• Proven ability to drive operational performance and deliver customer satisfaction against defined metrics.
• Strong capability in developing and executing strategic plans aligned with business objectives.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across employees, senior leadership, customers, and suppliers.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience leading multi-functional manufacturing teams in a global or matrix organization.
• Strong knowledge of Quality, EHS, and regulatory compliance within a manufacturing environment.
• Track record of driving cultural transformation and employee engagement initiatives.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

• At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together, are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
• We recognize the importance of employee well‑being. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time‑off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

ABOUT US

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration. We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world's most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award‑winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor. At Emerson, you'll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability. With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources, and enhance their safety. We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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