Refinery Production Manager

Lam Soon Edible Oils Sdn Bhd; Johor; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading edible oils company seeks a Refinery Production Manager to lead and optimize operations in Pasir Gudang, Johor. The role includes ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in production while managing budgets and compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of managerial experience in edible oil refining and hold a relevant degree. Apply now to drive high-quality production and team success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a Managerial or Senior Supervisory role within palm oil refining.
• Strong command of refining processes and food safety standards.
• Thorough knowledge of relevant certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize daily refinery and soap production processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Manage departmental budgets and oversee inventory control.

Skills

Experience in palm oil refining

Process optimization

Team leadership

Financial acumen

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering

Master’s degree

Job description

Are you an expert in complex industrial operations with a proven background in edible oil refining? We are looking for a decisive and results-driven Refinery Production Manager to lead and optimize our multi-faceted operations.

You will be responsible for ensuring safe, cost-effective, and high-quality production across our core facilities, including the Oil Refinery, Laundry Soap Production, Storage, and Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP).

🎯 Your Leadership Focus:

• Operational Excellence: Direct daily refinery and soap production processes. Monitor KPIs (yield, throughput), optimize chemical usage, implement improvements, and manage plant shutdowns/turnarounds.
• Compliance & Safety: Enforce strict compliance with OSHA, DOE, DOSH, and local HSSE regulations. Drive a robust safety culture and ensure environmental discharge standards are met by the WWTP.
• Quality Assurance: Guarantee product specifications (FFA, color) are met and maintain vital certifications: Halal, GMP, HACCP, ISO 9001, FSSC 22000, RSPO, and MSPO.
• Financial & Inventory Control: Manage departmental budgets (CAPEX), implement cost-saving measures, and oversee comprehensive inventory control and reporting to Finance.
• People Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a large team of engineers, supervisors, and support staff, fostering a high-performance, disciplined culture.

✅ What You Must Bring:

• Experience: Minimum 5 years in a Managerial or Senior Supervisory role within the palm oil refining, edible oil processing, or a related complex manufacturing environment.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus).
• Technical Knowledge: Strong command of refining processes, boiler operations, WWTP, and food safety standards.
• Strategic Skills: Proven track record in process optimization, team leadership, financial acumen, and excellent analytical skills.
• Standards Familiarity: Thorough knowledge of Halal, GMP, HACCP, FSSC 22000, RSPO, and MSPO.
• Working Location: Pasir Gudang, Johor Bahru.

Ready to Drive High-Quality Production and Team Success?

If you meet all these requirements and are motivated by leading diverse operations, we invite you to apply. Do submit your updated CV!

*only shortlisted candidates will be notified.