Recruiter

Advanced Energy; Penang; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Penang is seeking a talented HR professional to manage end-to-end recruitment processes primarily for Direct Labor positions. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of recruitment experience in a manufacturing environment, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in SuccessFactors and SAP. This role offers a competitive salary, a strong benefits package, and opportunities for career growth. Candidates must be able to work at Penang Science Park.

Benefits

Medical health care plan

Dental and vision coverage

Generous paid time off starting at 15 days

98 days of paid maternity leave

7 working days of paid paternity leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of end-to-end recruitment experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience in Direct Labor (DL) and non-exempt hiring required.
• Strong ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for DL and non-exempt positions.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for suitable candidates.
• Support high-volume hiring activities.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Strong communication

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of SuccessFactors and SAP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management or Business Administration

Tools

SuccessFactors

SAP

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for providing comprehensive support to the HR fuction with a strong focus on end-to-end recruitment, particularly Direct Labor (DL) and non-exempt hiring. The role partners closely with business leaders to understand manpower needs, execute recruitment strategies, support employee lifecucle activities, and ensure adherence to HR policies, compliance, and best practices.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for DL, non-exempt, and other assigned positions, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, shortlisting, and offer management.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to attract suitable candidates in a high-demand manufacturing market.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand workforce requirements and provide timely, accurate recruitment updates.
• Support high-volume hiring activities and ensure recruitment processes meet quality, compliance, and timeline expectations.
• Provide guidance to managers/supervisors on interviewing techniques, selection criteria, and hiring decisions based on objective standards.
• Act as an HR advisor to business units on employment matters, policies, and procedures.
• Support new employee onboarding, orientation, and ongoing development programs.
• Maintain accurate and confidential HR records, recruitment documentation, compensation details, payroll-related data, and other sensitive information.
• Ensure HR processes comply with local employment law and RBA, internal guidelines, and applicable corporate standards.
• Comply with applicable employment law and recruiting best practices, including sourcing for a diverse range of candidates.
• Participate in HR related projects to improve systems, processes and organizational effectiveness.
• Provide prompt and accurate HR reports.
• Adhere to organizational requirements on quality management, health and safety, code of conduct, legal stipulations, environmental, 5S policies and general duty of care.
• Other duties assigned by superior.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Location: Penang Science Park, Simpang Ampat Penang.
• Mostly office environment.
• Some travel may be necessary domestically.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5+ years of end-to-end recruitment experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience in Direct Labor (DL) and non-exempt hiring is required.
• Experience in high-volume recruitment is an added advantage.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• High integrity and ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
• Knowledge of SuccessFactors and SAP.

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• More than 5 years of hands-on recruitment experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Direct experience in DL and non-exempt hiring (operatoes, technicians, line leaders, etc.).

Desirable

• Exposure to broader HR functions such as onboarding, employee relations support, and HR reporting.
• Experience using SuccessFactors, SAP, or other HRIS/ATS systems.

EDUCATION

Essential

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or equivelant work experience in related field.

OTHER

Candidate must willing to work at Penang Science Park, Simpang Ampat, Penang.

Benefits

As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce.

Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan, and etc.

In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In Malaysia., we offer a rich benefits package that includes:

• Medical - health care plan, dental, and vision.
• Short and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Executive Employee Health Screening package.
• Generous paid time off starting at 15days and 19 public holidays.
• 98 days of paid maternity leave for Moms and 7 working days of paid paternity leave for Dads.
• AE Child-Of-Employee Scholarship Program.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Career Growth and Learning Opportunity.