Operation Manager

Loscam; Selangor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Malaysia is seeking a seasoned Operations Manager to oversee and optimize operational resources while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. Responsibilities include managing performance, quality assurance processes, and supplier relationships. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and a strong background in operational management with at least 5 years of experience. Proven leadership skills and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

Benefits

Health and safety programs

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experiences in management level.
• Experience in lean manufacturing or/and TPS (Toyota Production System) would be an advantage.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Proactively manage operational resources to maximize productivity.
• Effectively communicate between management and employees.
• Manage all operational aspects of the Quality System.

Skills

Leadership skills

Analytical abilities

Interpersonal skills

Conflict management

Education

Bachelor degree in related fields (Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain business, etc)

Job description

Overview

Proactively manage operational resources, maximize productivity, quality satisfaction, control cost effective operational activities and safety throughout the Malaysia’s business unit to accomplish business objectives.

Principal Activities

Assist in the development of Malaysia’s Business plans to ensure profitability and quality aligned to Loscam and business expectations

Effectively manage profit & loss

Plan, lead and encourage, develop and motivate operational resources by providing a clear understanding of business strategies and objectives

Effectively communicate between senior management & employees & contract labour employees to ensure profitability and quality aligned to Loscam and Malaysia’s business expectations

Build relationships with internal customers, external customers, and supplier in order to maximise business satisfaction and profitability

Drive Quality, productivity and cost efficient initiatives that promote accountability and competitiveness

Ensure continued compliancy of Loscam environmental, Health and Safety requirements throughout Malaysia’s Law

Provide effective leadership to develop team members with a view to establishing succession planning

Effectively manage operational team performance through development of KPIs, periodic and annual performance appraisals

Accurately manage company assets

Manage all operational aspects of the Quality System

Principal Occupational Health and Safety Activities

Provide a safe working environment for employees, contract labour employees, contractors and visitors

Ensure all operations are carried out effectively and safely in accordance with Business OH&S policies and procedures

Assess any safety and environmental issues / risks within the workplace and ensure adequate controls are initiated

Be involved in all accident / incident investigations

Be actively involved in Safety Management Committee processes and conduct safety meeting once a month.

Maintain diligent OH&S documentation, records and files

Ensure OH&S training and maintain OH&S training documentation, records and files for all employees, contract labour employees

Ensure all staffs are trained, instructed and competent in executing business OH&S policies, processes and procedures inclusive of:

Induction of all employees, contract labour employees and contractors

Contractor processes

OH&S workplace and equipment inspections / checklists

Danger Tag & Isolation, Safe Work Assessment, Hot Work and Working at Height processes

Risk Assessment Procedures for plant and equipment, manual handling and workplace substances

‘Duty of Care’ for employees, contractors and visitors

Personal Protective processes

Hearing Conservation processes

Safety Improvement Team processes

Safe Operating Procedures

Working at Heights processes

Principal Quality Assurance Activities

Ensure the processes needed for quality management system (QMS) are established, implemented and maintained (including internal/external auditing).

Ensure the promotion of awareness of customer requirements throughout the organization, and ensure customer requirements reflected in internal quality processes

Report to management on the performance of the QMS and any needs for improvement

To proactively lead the promotion & monitoring of standardized quality practices & disciplines through the organization and with its associates – ensure adequate training to leaders & associates.

Implement quality tools & systems to improve QMS and quality performance in accordance with corporate and/or business requirements.

Principal Purchasing Activities

The negotiation of purchasing contracts and managing supplier relationships and service level agreements whilst ensuring the best possible supply and purchasing arrangements.

To accurately manage inventory levels (including consumables) through analysis and forecasting, including regular review and management of slow and obsolete goods.

Working together with internal and external to ensure stock is available allowing for supply lead times.

Maintaining accurate and timely documentation, including reports and analysis of cost information

Coordinating all imports and exports ensuring appropriate documentation is provided.

Supply timely information to the Finance department to allow the efficient processing of supplier invoices and month-end reporting.

Awareness and management of relevant legal requirements, conflict of Interest.

Developing and improving processes to improve both the procurement and the inventory control functions

Principal Facility & Maintenance Activities

Lead the maintenance excellence team throughout the rollout of the work management process.

Drive the culture change from a reactive to a proactive environment.

Manage all resources required to execute notifications and backlogs in order to maintain highest machine uptime.

Manage spare parts supporting repair line at optimum level and cost.

Ensure adequate training is provides for all technician employees.

Most Frequent Contacts

Country Manager

Regional Operation Manager

Customers

Leadership Requirements

Manage, measure and control performance of Operational resources and Operational performance in Malaysia

Demonstrate role model leadership and practices that support Business objectives

Encourage, develop and motivate Operational resources by providing a clear understanding of Business strategies and objectives

Generate resourcefulness, encourage accountability and enhance team development throughout all functional areas

Performance Measures

Ensure continued performance of Operational responsibility against established Operational and Business objectives and controls.

Effectively manage operational team performance aligned to developed performance measures inclusive of periodic and annual performance appraisals

Reduction in Lost Time Injuries.

Reduction in Lost Time Frequency Rates

Maintain readiness of supply availability at the proper level

Eliminate non-compliant Improvement

Position Requirements

Bachelor degree in related fields (Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain business, etc)

Minimum 5 years experiences in management level

Experience in lean manufacturing or/and TPS (Toyota Production System) would be advantage

Possess a proven” hand on” leadership skill set within an Operational/ Manufacturing environment.

Strong interpersonal, conflict management, written, and oral communication skills.

Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in high-pressure environments.

Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Possess excellent interpersonal skills, possessing an ability to communicate at all levels across the Business

Be a committed, self-motivated individual with a proven ability to manage functional responsibilities despite geographical boundaries

Possess an openness to ideas, able to demonstrate an ability to initiate change and influence others

Be a self-starter, possessing a passion for excellence and a proven ability to initiate change and continuously seek improvement

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