Production Operations Lead: Growth, Safety & Excellence

SmartHire by SEEK; Pontian; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary negotiable

Performance bonus

Medical coverage

Insurance protection

Fixed allowance

Mentorship support

Annual leave scheme

Job summary

Karex Berhad is seeking a Production Manager (Senior & Assistant Manager available) to join their Pontian, Malaysia operations. This role leads daily production, drives continuous improvement, and partners with senior leadership to elevate operational performance on a growing manufacturing site.

You will oversee a large team, manage production schedules, ensure SOPs, uphold safety and environmental compliance, and mentor the team.

Qualifications

• Diploma preferred in Engineering/Manufacturing/Industrial Management.
• 2–8 years in production, manufacturing, or operations management in a medium to large-scale organisation.
• Exposure to ERP systems, production management software, or MES.
• Solid understanding of OHSMS and EMS systems, quality management tools, and KPIs.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with the capacity to manage 100+ staff.
• Excellent organisational, planning, and multitasking capabilities.
• Analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
• Proficiency in English and Malay (Mandarin an advantage).

Responsibilities

• Overseeing daily production operations.
• Managing production personnel.
• Planning production schedules.
• Upholding SOPs and best practices.
• Managing equipment and work environment.
• Driving problem-solving and improvement.
• Managing production planning.
• Championing OHS and environmental compliance.
• Leading and developing the team.
• Building a culture of excellence.
• Ensuring regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Strategic planning

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

Diploma in Engineering/Manufacturing/Industrial Management

Tools

ERP systems

MES systems

Quality tools

Job description

Karex Berhad is seeking a Production Manager (Senior & Assistant Manager available) to join their Pontian, Malaysia operations. This role leads daily production, drives continuous improvement, and partners with senior leadership to elevate operational performance on a growing manufacturing site.

You will oversee a large team, manage production schedules, ensure SOPs, uphold safety and environmental compliance, and mentor the team.