Plant General Manager – Chemical Manufacturing

WiseNet Asia Pte Ltd; Johor; On-site; MYR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable chemical manufacturer is seeking an experienced General Manager (GM) to lead overall operations at its Johor Bahru plant. The ideal candidate will manage performance in cost, efficiency, manpower, and safety. Qualifications include a degree in engineering and 10–15 years in the chemical industry, with a focus on leadership and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 10–15+ years in chemical/process manufacturing with at least 5 years in senior plant leadership.
• Strong production and technical background, with proven experience running full plant operations.
• Deep understanding of EHS, compliance, quality systems, and process safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall plant operations across multiple functions.
• Drive core performance KPIs: cost/ton, headcount productivity.
• Ensure stable, safe, and compliant plant operations.

Skills

Leadership

Cost management

Production optimization

Decision-making

Communication

Education

Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Process Engineering, or related field

Job description

Our client, a reputable chemical manufacturer, is seeking an experienced General Manager (GM) to lead overall operations at its Johor Bahru plant. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader with strong production and technical grounding, capable of managing plant performance across cost, efficiency, manpower, reliability, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead overall plant operations across Production, Maintenance, Engineering, HR, Supply Chain, and EHS.
• Drive core performance KPIs: cost/ton, headcount productivity, consumption, OEE, yield, downtime.
• Ensure stable, safe, and compliant plant operations in line with regulatory and corporate standards.
• Oversee technical and production functions including process optimization, troubleshooting, and reliability improvement.
• Implement cost control, budgeting discipline, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build and develop strong cross‑functional teams, driving a culture of accountability and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Process Engineering, or related field; advanced degree is a plus.
• 10–15+ years in chemical/process manufacturing with at least 5 years in senior plant leadership.
• Strong production and technical background, with proven experience running full plant operations.
• Demonstrated capability in cost management, headcount planning, consumption analysis, and efficiency improvement.
• Deep understanding of EHS, compliance, quality systems, and process safety.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision‑making skills with a track record of delivering measurable improvements.