Plant Manager | Senai

Hirehub Management Sdn. Bhd.; Kulai; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics manufacturing company in Johor, Malaysia, is seeking a Plant Operations Manager to lead plant operations. Responsibilities include managing production, quality, and supply chain to meet strict industry standards. Ideal candidates will have 8-12 years of experience in manufacturing, with strong leadership and problem-solving skills. The salary range is RM15k - RM20k, and the role emphasizes excellence in production and compliance with regulations. Please contact Bee Ser or Ze Kai for more details.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-12 years of experience in electronics manufacturing, with at least 5 years in a plant or operations management role.
• Must have solid background in electronics manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of production processes and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all plant operations including production and quality.
• Drive manufacturing excellence in electronics production.
• Oversee production planning and capacity management.
• Ensure compliance with electronics industry standards.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelors Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all plant operations including production, quality, engineering, supply chain, maintenance, and EHS.
• Drive manufacturing excellence in electronics production, ensuring delivery, quality, cost, and safety targets are achieved.
• Develop and execute plant operational strategies aligned with business objectives and customer requirements.
• Oversee production planning, capacity management, manpower allocation, and resource optimization.
• Ensure strict compliance with electronics industry standards and quality systems (e.g. ISO 9001, IATF 16949, IPC standards where applicable).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies.Manage plant P&L, budgeting, cost control, and productivity improvement initiatives.
• Lead and develop plant leadership teams, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and performance excellence.
• Ensure compliance with EHS regulations, company policies, and local government requirements.
• Coordinate closely with corporate management, customers, suppliers, and regulatory authorities.

• Lead new product introduction (NPI), production ramp-up, and plant expansion activities when required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelors Degree or above in Engineering, Manufacturing, Electronics, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 8-12 years of experience in electronics manufacturing, with at least 5 years in a plant or operations management role.
• Must have solid background in electronics manufacturing / EMS (e.g. PCB assembly, box build, semiconductor, electronics modules).
• Strong knowledge of production processes, quality systems, and manufacturing operations within the electronics industry.
• Proven experience managing large manufacturing teams and multi-functional departments.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiar with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement practices.
• Experience in managing plant startup, expansion, or turnaround projects is an advantage.

Salary Range: RM15k - RM20k
PIC Contact No:

• Bee Ser 012-5752679
• Ze Kai 016-2782679
• Jing Yi 012-4362679
• Cassandra 012-5262679