Production Executive

KLK Hardwood Flooring Sdn. Bhd.; Ipoh; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading flooring manufacturer in Ipoh, Perak is seeking an experienced production manager to oversee manufacturing processes and ensure quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering or Business, with significant leadership experience in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include managing production teams, developing operational strategies, and upholding safety protocols. This position offers an opportunity to drive operational excellence in a dynamic team setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years working experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience in a production line.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work well with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead production and planning personnel.
• Develop plans and strategies for product and quality expectations.
• Ensure compliance with safety and health regulations.
• Motivate, train, and develop the team.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Business / Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

KLK Hardwood Floor Sdn Bhd (KLKHF) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kuala Lumpur-Kepong Berhad. BKB commenced production in 1994 with the factory located in Ipoh, Perak. The factory has a built‑up area of more than 28,000 sqm and features some of the latest state‑of‑art engineered hardwood flooring technology from leading European wood machinery and equipment manufacturers.

Responsibilities

• To report directly to immediate superior.
• Manage and lead production and planning personnel to achieve goals and targets.
• Manage and monitor production and planning activities to ensure that all operational matters are carried out efficiently and effectively to ensure that:
  • (i) Customers’ requirements are met
  • (iii) Production output and quality targets are met.
  • (iv) Reduction in waste.
  • (v) Machine capacity maximized and optimized.
  • (vi) Materials and other resources utilized in an efficient and effective manner.
• Develop plans and strategies to continuously achieve product and quality expectations.
• Develop operating standards for each process to ensure efficiency, effectiveness, and product quality.
• Verify and approve required documentation.
• Motivate, train, and develop a highly effective team through good management practices.
• Perform any such comparable duties as may be required by the HOD.
• Ensure full understanding, participation and support from the department towards the company’s safety, health and environmental program, including:
  • a. Support and promote all rules & regulations related to occupational, safety & health management system (OSHMS).
  • b. Immediately notify HOD of potential hazards and conditions that may result in a violation of an OSHMS requirement.
  • c. Report direct to immediate superior any pertinent issues pertaining to health and safety at the workplace.
  • d. Ensure that all safety and health procedures are followed.
  • e. Exercise stop‑work and chase‑out authority for those who do not comply with SS safety rules and regulations.

Job Success Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Business / Management or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years working experience preferably in a manufacturing industry, with minimum 3 years’ experience in a leadership role.
• Hands‑on experience in a production line.
• Cross‑functional experience in operations, planning and production preferred.
• Those without an academic qualification, but with relevant and strong industry experience may be considered.
• Demonstrating leadership in cross‑functional initiatives in operational effectiveness, project management and cost efficiency in achieving objectives.
• Ability to work well with cross‑functional teams.
• Computer literate with knowledge on Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and influential skills.
• Business oriented and strategic in thinking.
• Self‑motivated with initiative, drive and willingness to take ownership to make things happen.
• Good organizational and planning skills.
• Financial and budgeting skills.
• Good working knowledge of ISO9001 & ISO 14001.