Senior Engineer Compounding

Private Advertiser; Jeram; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Malaysia seeks an experienced Compounding Operations Manager to oversee all plant KPI deliverables within the compounding department. You will plan, supervise and coordinate daily activities to ensure productivity, product quality, on-time delivery, cost control and manpower efficiency.

You will monitor chemical and latex usage, ensure SOP and GMP adherence, mentor staff, maintain accurate records and lead safety and 5S initiatives, preparing reports and coordinating with

Qualifications

• Experience in planing and supervising compounding operations.
• Knowledge of GMP and SOP requirements.
• Ability to mentor and develop team members.

Responsibilities

• Monitor latex and chemical consumption and assist Manager to maintain adequacy of resources
• Review latex order delivery schedule and check quality of chemicals delivery to ensure specifications are met before accepting for use
• Ensure Latex, Coagulant and other sub preparation chemicals are prepared according to Production request and ready upon needs
• Monitor quality of Latex Compound, Coagulant and other preparations, and initiate rework if failed specification
• Monitor quality of softwater by ensuring regeneration of softener is done according to procedure and ensure soft water in storage tank is below 10ppm
• Ensure CBCS system is operated according to SOP, monitor accuracy, and arrange for immediate rectification of any failures
• Check all compounding record forms daily and implement corrective and improvement measures when necessary
• Oversee and ensure all compounding procedures are performed in line with SOP
• Provide on-job training for new executives and supervisors, and plan and assign relevant training for staff
• Provide supervision and leadership to compounding department staff, coordinate daily activities and plan cleaning duty rosters
• Coordinate with Maintenance Department for equipment repair and maintenance work
• Prepare weekly and monthly chemical stock reports to monitor usage and prevent misuse or wastage
• Organise and implement GMP requirements in the workplace and monitor departmental 5S progress
• Monitor and ensure no expired chemicals are used, and that all unused or discontinued chemicals are removed or quarantined in designated areas
• Define, communicate and review Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Work Instructions (WI) for processes and equipment
• Represent the department in internal and external audit meetings to ensure accurate reviews and resolve corrective actions within agreed timelines
• Cultivate and enforce safe working practices to ensure safety of workforce and compliance to safety standards
• Ensure Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are utilised for workforce working in production areas
• Periodically inspect and ensure workplace is kept clean and equipment are maintained to defined standards
• Mentor team members to develop skills for comprehensive understanding of manufacturing environment and mandatory requirements
• Manage team performance against target Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and goals
• Monitor workforce compliance in accordance with prevailing policies and guidelines
• Ensure proper maintenance and good working condition of all equipment in the department
• Stay abreast of latest developments and updates in rubber technology
• Conduct regular inspections of equipment working conditions and compounding activities
• Ensure inventories are properly maintained and updated, and that daily compounding activities, chemical stocks and physical balances are recorded accurately
• Propose department improvement projects to management for continuous improvement and execute approved projects
• Assume all responsibilities and authority of the manager in his/her absence

Skills

Resource management

GMP knowledge

SOP/WI knowledge

Leadership

Safety compliance

Inventory management

Rubber technology

KPIs management

Job description

Accountable for all plant KPI deliverable related matters in the plant operations under your jurisdiction. Manage, plan and communicate overall compounding operations to management and subordinates to ensure productivity, product quality, on time delivery, cost management and manpower efficiency of compounding and overall compounding related matters.

Key responsibilities

Monitor latex and chemical consumption and assist Manager to maintain adequacy of resources

Review latex order delivery schedule and check quality of chemicals delivery to ensure specifications are met before accepting for use

Ensure Latex, Coagulant and other sub preparation chemicals are prepared according to Production request and ready upon needs

Monitor quality of Latex Compound, Coagulant and other preparations, and initiate rework if failed specification

Monitor quality of softwater by ensuring regeneration of softener is done according to procedure and ensure soft water in storage tank is below 10ppm

Ensure CBCS system is operated according to SOP, monitor accuracy, and arrange for immediate rectification of any failures

Check all compounding record forms daily and implement corrective and improvement measures when necessary

Oversee and ensure all compounding procedures are performed in line with SOP

Provide on-job training for new executives and supervisors, and plan and assign relevant training for staff

Provide supervision and leadership to compounding department staff, coordinate daily activities and plan cleaning duty rosters

Coordinate with Maintenance Department for equipment repair and maintenance work

Prepare weekly and monthly chemical stock reports to monitor usage and prevent misuse or wastage

Organise and implement GMP requirements in the workplace and monitor departmental 5S progress

Monitor and ensure no expired chemicals are used, and that all unused or discontinued chemicals are removed or quarantined in designated areas

Define, communicate and review Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Work Instructions (WI) for processes and equipment

Represent the department in internal and external audit meetings to ensure accurate reviews and resolve corrective actions within agreed timelines

Cultivate and enforce safe working practices to ensure safety of workforce and compliance to safety standards

Ensure Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are utilised for workforce working in production areas

Periodically inspect and ensure workplace is kept clean and equipment are maintained to defined standards

Mentor team members to develop skills for comprehensive understanding of manufacturing environment and mandatory requirements

Manage team performance against target Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and goals

Monitor workforce compliance in accordance with prevailing policies and guidelines

Ensure proper maintenance and good working condition of all equipment in the department

Stay abreast of latest developments and updates in rubber technology

Conduct regular inspections of equipment working conditions and compounding activities

Ensure inventories are properly maintained and updated, and that daily compounding activities, chemical stocks and physical balances are recorded accurately

Propose department improvement projects to management for continuous improvement and execute approved projects

Assume all responsibilities and authority of the manager in his/her absence

About you

Ability to manage, plan and communicate overall compounding operations

Experience in resource management and monitoring of latex and chemical consumption

Knowledge of quality assurance and GMP requirements

Understanding of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Work Instructions (WI)

Ability to provide supervision and leadership to department staff

Experience in safety standards and compliance

Ability to mentor and develop team members

Experience in managing team performance against KPIs and goals

Knowledge of rubber technology and compounding operations

Strong record-keeping and inventory management skills