Plant Director (Food Manufacturing)

Jobstreet Malaysia; Perak; On-site; MYR 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned food production company in Malaysia, Perak, is seeking a highly experienced leader to oversee full plant operations. You will be responsible for ensuring efficient production of high-quality food products, managing financial performance, and maintaining strong compliance with food safety standards. The ideal candidate has 10-15 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in food processing, and is skilled in leadership and strategic financial management. Join us to drive operational excellence and build high-performance teams.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience in manufacturing operations, preferably in food processing or FMCG.
• Capability in leading large‑scale production operations.
• In‑depth knowledge of HACCP, ISO, GMP, and food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic and operational leadership for plant productivity and efficiency.
• Manage plant financial performance and budget.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and statutory requirements.
• Foster collaboration across functions and mentor the workforce.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Literacy

Analytical Skills

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Food Science

Job description

Role Overview

Lead and oversee the full spectrum of plant operations to ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable production of high-quality food products. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence, cost efficiencies, regulatory compliance, and organisational capability while upholding the Company’s Vision, Mission, and Core Values.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the plant to achieve high levels of productivity, efficiency, and output quality.
• Manage plant financial performance, including budgeting, cost management, and delivery of profitability targets.
• Champion continuous improvement, innovation, and automation to strengthen operational capability and competitiveness.
• Ensure full compliance with statutory requirements, food safety expectations, and relevant standards (e.g. HACCP, ISO, GMP).
• Foster strong cross‑functional collaboration with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, and other supporting functions.
• Lead, develop, and mentor the plant workforce to build high-performance teams and a strong safety culture.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with regulatory bodies, certification authorities, and external partners.
• Anticipate market trends, operational risks, and capacity constraints; implement timely solutions and cost-effective improvements.
• Undertake any other tasks, duties, or special assignments as directed by Management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Food Science, or a related field.
• At least 10–15 years of experience in manufacturing operations; experience in food processing or FMCG is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated capability in leading large‑scale, high‑volume production operations.
• Strong leadership qualities with proven ability to influence, manage, and develop people at all levels.
• In‑depth knowledge of HACCP, ISO, GMP, and food safety management systems and regulations.
• Strong financial literacy with experience managing budgets, KPIs, and operational P&L.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making capabilities.
• Integrity‑driven, resilient, and adaptable to fast‑paced, dynamic business environments.