Steel Operations Manager – Penang | Production & Efficiency

Talent Recruit; George Town; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Recruit in Penang, Malaysia seeks an Operations Manager for the steel industry to lead production and drive efficiency on site. You will oversee scheduling, capacity planning, and maintenance, coordinating with manufacturing, maintenance, quality control and logistics teams to meet targets and deliver quality products.

The role requires a diploma/degree in a relevant field with 5+ years in operations, including 3+ years in a managerial capacity; steel/sheet metal experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in a relevant field and strong leadership skills.
• Minimum 5 years in operations/production with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Experience in steel or sheet metal is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to maximize production efficiency.
• Manage data collection to track productivity targets and costs.
• Oversee production scheduling, capacity planning, and resource allocation.
• Plan manpower and equipment maintenance to meet targets.
• Coordinate with manufacturing, maintenance, quality control, and logistics.
• Organize and execute preventive maintenance plans.
• Ensure quality standards and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain strong budgetary control across plant operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Bilingual English Mandarin

Leadership

Education

Diploma or Degree in any relevant field

Job description

Talent Recruit in Penang, Malaysia seeks an Operations Manager for the steel industry to lead production and drive efficiency on site. You will oversee scheduling, capacity planning, and maintenance, coordinating with manufacturing, maintenance, quality control and logistics teams to meet targets and deliver quality products.

The role requires a diploma/degree in a relevant field with 5+ years in operations, including 3+ years in a managerial capacity; steel/sheet metal experience is a plus.