Manufacturing Operations Lead

Kawan Food Manufacturing Sdn Bhd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Kawan Food Berhad invites applications for a senior production role focused on overseeing manufacturing processes, improving OEE, and ensuring safety and quality compliance. You will lead, train, and coordinate with engineering to sustain high productivity while controlling costs.

The role requires a strong leadership mindset, expertise in HACCP/GMP and ISO 22000, and at least five years in food manufacturing. A Bachelor’s degree or higher is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree/PG Diploma/Professional Degree required in Engineering (Industrial) or Food Science/Technology or equivalent.
• Solid knowledge of BRC standards and ISO 22000.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing/food production.

Responsibilities

• Oversee manufacturing processes to monitor and improve OEE (availability, performance, quality).
• Lead and train production teams to achieve optimum productivity and high morale.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards (Halal, GMP, HACCP, DOSH, DOE).
• Coordinate with engineering for maintenance and improvements on machines/lines.
• Prepare regular production reports and participate in management meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Planning

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering (Industrial) / Food Science / Food Technology or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Kawan Food Berhad invites applications for a senior production role focused on overseeing manufacturing processes, improving OEE, and ensuring safety and quality compliance. You will lead, train, and coordinate with engineering to sustain high productivity while controlling costs.

The role requires a strong leadership mindset, expertise in HACCP/GMP and ISO 22000, and at least five years in food manufacturing. A Bachelor’s degree or higher is essential.