Processing Shift Manager

FrieslandCampina; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the dairy industry is seeking a Production Manager in Petaling Jaya to oversee the operations of milk processing. The role includes leading production staff, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to optimize productivity and minimize waste.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing production operations in a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of food safety standards (HACCP, GMP).
• Proven ability to lead and train production teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage production operations during assigned shifts.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards and company policies.
• Oversee quality control processes and troubleshoot operational issues.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Quality Control

Food Safety Compliance

Tools

Pasteurizers

Homogenizers

UHT Systems

Job description

• Lead and manage production operations during assigned shifts by coordinating daily schedules, overseeing workflows, and ensuring efficient milk processing using equipment such as pasteurizers, homogenizers, and UHT systems.

• Ensure strict compliance with food safety standards (HACCP, GMP), company policies, and hygiene protocols while maintaining accurate production records, including batch details and shift reports.

• Oversee quality control processes to ensure all products meet regulatory and company standards, promptly identifying and troubleshooting operational issues to minimize downtime.

• Supervise, train, and motivate production staff to enhance team performance, support skill development, and conduct effective shift handovers with clear communication across teams and management.

• Collaborate with maintenance and quality assurance teams to implement continuous improvement initiatives, manage raw material inventory, and ensure a steady supply to the filling lines while optimizing productivity and reducing waste.