Operations Manager [FMCG | Up to RM10k + AWS + VB]

Good Job Creations (Singapore) Pte Ltd; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee the setup and daily operations of a new facility in Johor, Malaysia. The ideal candidate has at least 7 years of experience in operations management within the food manufacturing industry, with a strong background in food engineering and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include optimizing production efficiency, managing budgets, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Must have 7 years of experience in operations management in food manufacturing.
• Proficiency in Food Engineering/Science is required.
• Strong knowledge of food manufacturing processes and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the setup and day-to-day operations of the new food manufacturing facility.
• Lead overall factory operations including production, quality control, logistics, and maintenance.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize production efficiency.

Skills

7 years of experience in operations management

Proficiency in Food Engineering/Science

Knowledge of food manufacturing processes

Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements

Proficiency in production management software

Experience managing a team

Knowledge of Lean manufacturing

Tools

Production management software

ERP systems

MS Office tools

Job description

Operations Manager [FMCG | Up to RM10k + AWS + VB]

Responsibilities

• Oversee the setup and day-to-day operations of the new food manufacturing facility.
• Lead overall factory operations including production, quality control, logistics, and maintenance.
• Develop and implement strategies, processes, and systems to optimize production efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure adherence to food safety, health, halal, and regulatory compliance standards (e.g., HACCP, GMP, ISO, Halal certifications).
• Manage the setup and commissioning of the new factory, coordinating with suppliers, contractors, and government authorities.
• Oversee resource allocation and manage labor, materials, and equipment to ensure timely production and delivery.
• Lead and motivate a diverse team, providing training and development to ensure high performance.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Quality Assurance, and Japan teams to align production goals with business objectives.
• Manage the operations department budget and ensure cost control measures are in place.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and product quality.
• Handle troubleshooting and problem-solving for operational challenges.

Requirements

• 7 years of experience in operations management in the food manufacturing industry.
• Proficiency in Food Engineering/Science.
• Strong knowledge of food manufacturing processes, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Proficiency in production management software, ERP systems, and MS Office tools.
• Proven track record of managing a team and complex operations in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in setting up and commissioning a new manufacturing facility is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other operational improvement methodologies is an added advantage.