Managing Director

Emerson; Nilai; On-site; MYR 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturing firm located in Nilai is seeking an experienced leader to manage plant operations effectively. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in operations or manufacturing management, ensuring compliance with legal and corporate standards. This role involves driving continuous improvement and fostering a positive work environment. The company values innovation, collaboration, and employee wellbeing, offering competitive benefits and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible time off plans

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in Operations, Quality, or Manufacturing.
• Proven ability to drive operational performance.
• Strong capability in developing strategic plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end plant operations.
• Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Ensure full compliance with local legal requirements and standards.

Skills

Operational mindset

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, or related discipline

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 wellbeing. 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.