Project Development Executive / Assistant Manager

Changhuat Plastic Industries (Senai); Kulai; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading plastic manufacturing company in Kulai, Malaysia, is seeking a Project Development Executive/Assistant Manager to manage project development from tooling to finished product, ensuring quality standards and timely delivery for both local and international clients. Candidates should have a relevant diploma or degree, 2-3 years of experience, and strong skills in project management and product development. This role includes responsibilities across product development planning, prototyping, manufacturing readiness, costing, and cross-department alignment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Opportunity to work on export-oriented projects

Exposure to end-to-end project development

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant working experience.
• Hands-on expertise in project management and product development.
• Meticulous attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with customers and design teams for product development planning.
• Manage prototype and testing phases for new products.
• Ensure manufacturing readiness through tooling and equipment coordination.
• Finalize Bill of Materials (BOM) and manage costs.
• Align with cross-department teams for launch readiness.

Skills

Project management

Product development

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Engineering, Industrial Design, or equivalent

Job description

Changhuat Plastic Industries (Senai) Sdn Bhd, a leading precision injection moulding and plastic manufacturing company, is seeking a Project Development Executive / Assistant Manager to join our team. This role involves managing project development from tooling to finished product, ensuring quality standards and timely delivery for both local and international clients.

Key Responsibilities

1. Product Development Planning

   Coordinate with customers, design, and engineering teams.

   Develop product specifications, timelines, and cost targets.

2. Prototype & Testing

   Coordinate prototyping and iterations.

   Manage performance, functional, and reliability testing.

   Work with QA/QC to ensure compliance and certification for new products/projects.

3. Manufacturing Readiness

   Coordinate tooling fabrication, equipment, and production readiness.

   Source materials and components locally and overseas.

   Manage pilot runs and process validation.

   Evaluate and manage vendors for parts, packaging, or sub-assemblies.

   Negotiate lead times, costs, and quality requirements.

4. Costing & BOM Management

   Finalize Bill of Materials (BOM).

   Collaborate with procurement and finance on cost control.

5. Cross-Department Alignment

   Work with marketing, sales, and logistics teams to ensure launch readiness.

   Prepare product documentation, manuals, and packaging.

   Track project milestones, resolve delays, and manage risks effectively.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in a related field (Engineering, Industrial Design, or equivalent).
• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant working experience.
• Hands-on expertise in project management and product development.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, reporting, and communication skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to work with export-oriented manufacturing projects.
• Exposure to end-to-end project development in precision plastic manufacturing

About us

Changhuat Plastic Industries (Senai) Sdn Bhd is a leading manufacturer of high-quality plastic products. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, we are dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions to our clients across a diverse range of industries. Our family-owned business has a long-standing reputation for excellence, and we take pride in our commitment to our local community in Senai, Johor.

If this exciting opportunity aligns with your skills and aspirations, we encourage you to apply now.