Shift Manager

A R Medicom (M) Sdn. Bhd.; Selangor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in infection control is looking for a Shift Manager to oversee daily operations of the nitrile dipping production line in Selangor, Malaysia. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of supervisory experience in similar operations, strong analytical skills, and the ability to enforce safety standards. This role focuses on ensuring product quality while optimizing production efficiency. If you meet these qualifications, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ supervisory experience in nitrile or polymer dipping operations.
• Deep understanding of nitrile rubber compounding and curing dynamics.
• Able to work in shift.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations of the nitrile dipping production line.
• Ensure product quality and compliance with safety regulations.
• Coordinate with maintenance for preventive servicing.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Nitrile rubber compounding

PLC controls

Education

Bachelor’s/Diploma in Chemical, Polymer, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

MS Office (Excel)

SCADA interfaces

Job description

Overview

Founded in 1988, the Medicom Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers and distributors of high-quality infection control, single-use and preventive products for the medical, dental, industrial, veterinary, laboratory, and health and beauty markets. Based in Montreal, Canada, Medicom has operations in 50 countries, has 10 fully controlled manufacturing plants in North America, Europe, and Asia, and sells in over 95 countries worldwide.

Medicom is committed to making the world a safer and healthier place by using carefully selected materials, cutting-edge technology, and continuous innovation to provide protection that healthcare professionals can count on. The company is recognized today as one of the leading facemask and non-woven manufacturers with presence in Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, Japan, Australia, Malaysia, South Korea and Singapore. Amidst an aggressive expansion across the Asia Pacific, we hold a strong leadership market position in the manufacturing and distribution of its products.

The Role

The Shift Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of all aspects of the nitrile dipping production line, ensuring product quality with optimal throughput, and strict compliance with safety and environmental regulations as well as the overall output of the shift. This role ensures that production targets are met while maintaining product quality and minimizing downtime. Drive continuous improvement in process efficiency and cost control.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Production Control

• Supervise daily operations of the nitrile dipping line—including coagulant mix preparation, pre-wash, dipping, leaching, drying, and curing stages.
• Monitor critical process parameters (CTP’s bath temperature, dwell times, polymer viscosity, line speed) and adjust controls to maintain consistent film thickness and tensile properties.
• Implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for NBR compound handling, bath replenishment, and line changeovers.
• Monitor the dipping process parameters and make necessary adjustments to maintain product standards.
• Coordinate raw material usage (nitrile latex, accelerators, coagulants, leaching chemicals) to optimize consumption and reduce waste.

Quality Assurance

• Enforce in-line quality checks (e.g., gauge tests, leak tests, tensile/elongation sampling) to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory specs (e.g., ASTM D6319, EN 455).
• Partner with QC lab to root-cause defects (pinholes, surface irregularities) and implement corrective actions or recipe optimizations.
• Maintain records of production parameters and quality data for traceability and audits.
• Plan shift rosters and assign operators for each dipping stage.
• Train new hires and upskill existing staff on nitrile chemistry fundamentals, process safety (chemical exposures, heat), and contamination control.
• Coach and mentor team members, conduct performance reviews, and drive a culture of accountability.

Equipment & Maintenance Collaboration

• Oversee daily pre-start inspections of dipping tanks, ovens, conveyors, and scrubbers.
• Ensure all dipping line equipment is properly maintained and functioning.
• Coordinate with maintenance to schedule preventive servicing of robo arm, beading mechanism (pumps, dryers, and PLC systems), minimizing unplanned downtime.
• Evaluate capital requests for upgrades (e.g., improved bath filtration, energy-efficient ovens).

Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE)

• Enforce adherence to company safety policies, including safe handling of chemicals and procedures.
• Identify and mitigate potential safety hazards on the production floor.
• Report any incidents or near misses and participate in investigations.
• Conduct toolbox talks on PPE use, spill response, and hot-surface precautions.
• Ensure proper wastewater treatment steps for spent baths and leach water per local discharge permits.
• Prepare daily production reports (output, rejects, downtime, chemical usage).
• Analyze production trends and recommend process improvements to increase productivity and reduce costs.
• Lead kaizen events to reduce scrappage, optimize line changeover times, and lower utility consumption (steam, compressed air).
• Develop cost-saving initiatives (e.g., bath life extension, reclaim systems).

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s/Diploma in Chemical, Polymer, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent).
• 5+ years’ supervisory experience in nitrile or polymer dipping operations (latex glove experience a plus).
• Deep understanding of nitrile rubber compounding, coagulation chemistry, and curing dynamics.
• Proven leadership and team-building skills in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical mindset with hands-on problem-solving (5-Why, Fishbone).
• Proficient with PLC controls, SCADA interfaces, and MS Office (Excel for data analysis).
• Able to work in shift.

Does this sound like you?

If you are a motivated individual looking to take the next step in your career and meet the qualifications above, we’d love to hear from you!

Please submit your resume, clearly detailing your experience and relevant skills in line with the role requirements.

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