Manufacturing Technician: Food Safety & Process Improvement

Danisco Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

IFF in Penang, Malaysia is seeking a Manufacturing Technician. The role is onsite and involves ensuring EHSQ and Food Safety compliance, supporting hazard investigations, and contributing to continuous improvement across production, cost control, and documentation.

Diploma holders in Food Technology or Engineering are welcome, with fresh graduates encouraged. Strong analytical skills, teamwork, and familiarity with SAP and MS Office are valued assets.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Food Technology, Engineering or related field; fresh graduates welcome.
• Knowledge of EHSQ standards, GMP, HACCP, and food safety regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork in a multicultural environment.
• Familiarity with SAP or similar systems and MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with EHSQ and Food Safety management systems.
• Support hazard identification, incident reporting, and investigations; assist in safety programs (WALK, HIRA, LSR, EASI).
• Assist in staff development, onboarding, training, and performance reviews.
• Support production operations by adhering to SOPs, GMP, HACCP, and 5S; assist in meeting KPIs.
• Contribute to cost control and continuous improvement projects.
• Handle administrative tasks: investigations, corrective actions, halal certification, and TOIs.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Diploma in Food Technology / Engineering

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

IFF in Penang, Malaysia is seeking a Manufacturing Technician. The role is onsite and involves ensuring EHSQ and Food Safety compliance, supporting hazard investigations, and contributing to continuous improvement across production, cost control, and documentation.

Diploma holders in Food Technology or Engineering are welcome, with fresh graduates encouraged. Strong analytical skills, teamwork, and familiarity with SAP and MS Office are valued assets.