SENIOR TECHNICIAN - CONTROL AND INSTRUMENTATION

Hartalega Holdings Berhad; Sepang; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading glove manufacturer in Selangor, Malaysia is seeking a Senior Technician in Control and Instrumentation to ensure reliable system performance through troubleshooting and maintenance of plant control systems. The candidate will provide technical guidance to junior technicians and execute preventive maintenance on C&I systems. An ideal applicant should have a diploma in related fields, a minimum of 2 years of experience in C&I, and strong troubleshooting skills. Opportunities for career advancement and training are provided.

Qualifications

• Min 2 years experience in C&I field.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and technical accuracy.
• Experience in production line maintenance, 5S, and workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Support C&I operations through troubleshooting and maintenance of control systems.
• Execute preventive and corrective maintenance for plant C&I systems.
• Provide technical guidance and support skill transfer to junior technicians.

Skills

PLC (Siemens/Fatek)

Troubleshooting skills

Basic wiring

Loop drawings

Sensor/mechanical installation

Education

Certificate/ Diploma in Electrical, Control Instrumentation, Mechatronic Engineering or Equivalent

Job description

SENIOR TECHNICIAN - CONTROL AND INSTRUMENTATION

Company Overview

Leading Growth Through Innovation

As the World's No.1 Nitrile Glove manufacturer, Hartalega is currently in the process of recruiting a diverse pool of talented people, across various specialisations and backgrounds. You will enjoy exceptional benefits and incentives, as well as a well-defined path for career success.

Hartalega is made up of a tight-knit, passionate and highly-skilled set of individuals. From our top executives, to our line technicians; we are all proud to be part of an elite group responsible for revolutionising the glove-making industry.

Job Description

OVERVIEW:

Support C&I operations by ensuring reliable system performance through troubleshooting, maintenance, and improvement of plant control systems (e.g., GSR, ASM, CDS, APM, PLCs, sensors). Assist with ISO9001/GMP, safety, and SOP compliance. Provide technical guidance and support skill transfer to junior technicians to maintain team effectiveness.

Maintenance & Operations

• Execute preventive and corrective maintenance for all plant C&I systems and components (e.g., GSR, ASM, CDS, APM, glove puller, vision systems, PLCs, sensors).
• Perform daily inspections, checklists, tuning, calibration, and alignment per schedule and accuracy requirements.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, ensuring fast recovery and minimal downtime.
• Assist with new system installation, setup, testing, and commissioning.
• Troubleshoot faults in PLCs, sensors, and instrumentation systems across production lines, utilities, compounding, and machinery.
• Ensure system performance aligns with operational standards and quality requirements.

Documentation & Reporting

• Record repair activities, parts usage, and system status in shift reports.
• Assist supervisor in maintaining maintenance checklists, duty rosters, and documentation updates.

Technical Support & Knowledge Transfer

• Learn and enhance system knowledge to support operational efficiency.
• Support skill transfer by conducting training for junior technicians.
• Cover supervisory functions during emergency or absence.

Compliance & Safety

• Adhere to engineering SOPs, ISO standards, Lotto, 5S practices, and safety protocols.
• Observe good health, safety, and housekeeping in all activities.
• Comply with schedule waste management and quality system procedures.

Cost & Performance Management

• Maintain tools and equipment in good condition.
• Keep spare part usage within budget.
• Contribute to achieving plant KPIs: CSI, OEE, line breakdown reduction, and rejection rate targets.
• Participate in Kaizen activities to drive system efficiency and reduce operational defects.
• Contribute to 5S and improvement projects in workshop and production areas.
• Support other plant maintenance teams when required.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned within job scope.
• Ready for on-call duties and shift rotation.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Certificate/ Diploma in Electrical, Control Instrumentation, Mechatronic Engineering or Equivalent.
• Min 2 years experience in C&I field.
• Skilled in PLC (Siemens/Fatek), basic wiring, loop drawings, sensor/mechanical installation.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and technical accuracy.
• Able to work under pressure, follow company rules, and complete assigned tasks.
• High cooperation, responsible, with a positive attitude.
• Experience in production line maintenance, 5S, and workplace safety.