Production Manager

广东高义包装科技股份有限公司; Kulai; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging company in Kulai, Malaysia, is seeking a Production Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations of paper-based packaging products. Responsibilities include production planning, process management, and ensuring quality compliance while driving continuous improvement. Ideal candidates have 5-8 years of production management experience in the packaging industry and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years’ experience in production management within paper packaging or printing industry.
• Proven leadership in managing large teams and multiple production lines.
• Familiar with Lean, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule production to meet customer orders and deadlines.
• Oversee key processes including printing, laminating, and finishing.
• Collaborate with QA team to maintain high product quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Technical knowledge of paper packaging

Decision-making

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in relevant field

Job description

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The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations of paper-based packaging products (e.g., folding cartons, rigid boxes, paper bags, corrugated packaging). This role ensures production efficiency, quality consistency, on‑time delivery, and cost‑effectiveness while driving continuous improvement across all departments.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production Planning & Execution

Plan and schedule production to meet customer orders and delivery deadlines.

Ensure optimal utilization of manpower, machines, and materials.

Monitor production workflow and resolve bottlenecks.

2. Operations & Process Management

Oversee key processes such as printing, laminating, die‑cutting, folding, gluing, and finishing.

Ensure proper machine setup, safe operation, and preventive maintenance.

Implement lean manufacturing practices to improve throughput and reduce downtime.

3. Quality & Compliance

Collaborate with QA team to maintain high product quality standards.

Ensure compliance with ISO, FSC, food packaging safety, and other customer/industry requirements.

Drive initiatives to minimize waste, rework, and defects.

Lead, motivate, and develop production supervisors, line leaders, and operators.

Provide training and skill development for continuous improvement.

Promote workplace discipline, teamwork, and safety culture.

Monitor and control production costs, raw material usage, and efficiency KPIs.

Propose cost‑saving and process improvement projects.

Recommend new technologies and machinery investments to enhance competitiveness.

6. Reporting & Coordination

Prepare and analyze daily/weekly/monthly production reports.

Coordinate with planning, procurement, warehouse, QA, and sales teams for smooth workflow.

Participate in management reviews and contribute to business strategy.

Qualifications & Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in Manufacturing, Mechanical/Industrial Engineering, Paper Technology, or related field.

Minimum 5–8 years’ experience in production management within paper packaging or printing industry.

Strong technical knowledge of paper packaging production processes and machinery.

Proven leadership in managing large teams and multiple production lines.

Familiar with Lean, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Excellent problem‑solving, decision‑making, and organizational skills.

Proficiency in Mandarin to communicate with HQ at China

Strong leadership and people management.

Results‑oriented with a focus on quality and efficiency.

Good communication and cross‑department coordination.

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

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