Plant Operations & Continuous Improvement Leader

Agensi Pekerjaan PERSOL Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.; Kluang; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Malaysia is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee factory operations, manage budgets, and develop strategies for supply chain efficiency. This role requires a degree in Chemistry or Engineering and a minimum of 8 years of industrial experience, with strong leadership skills and a safety-first mindset. The ideal candidate will have prior experience as a Factory Manager and knowledge of ISO standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of industrial experience, including 5+ years in management.
• Prior experience as a Factory Manager.
• Knowledge of ISO standards (9000, 14000, 18000).
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to coach and mentor effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee factory operations, including production, logistics, and maintenance.
• Manage CAPEX and fixed expense budgets.
• Develop strategies for supply chain efficiency and process optimization.
• Drive productivity improvements and operational excellence.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and global standards.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Continuous improvement

Safety compliance

Process optimization

Education

Degree in Chemistry or Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

A leading recruitment agency in Malaysia is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee factory operations, manage budgets, and develop strategies for supply chain efficiency. This role requires a degree in Chemistry or Engineering and a minimum of 8 years of industrial experience, with strong leadership skills and a safety-first mindset. The ideal candidate will have prior experience as a Factory Manager and knowledge of ISO standards.