PERSOL Workforce Solutions Malaysia Hiring! Full Time Manufacturing : Factory Manager - Production Management in Sarawak, Earn up to MYR 20,000 - Ricebowl

Who can apply?

• Bachelor’s Degree (JPA/MQA recognised) in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in production or manufacturing operations

• Strong exposure to operations, safety, quality, engineering, and maintenance systems

• Proven people leadership and decision‑making capability

• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills

• Knowledge of HSE compliance and regulatory standards

• Proficiency in MS Office, basic AutoCAD, and production systems

• Project management experience is an advantage

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to work flexible hours in a dynamic environment

• Hands‑on, adaptable, and resilient leadership style

• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction

• Proficiency in English & Bahasa Melayu (local languages are a plus)

• Flexibility as responsibilities may evolve over time

Production Management

• Plan, organise, and oversee production to ensure timely and efficient manufacturing of pallets

• Develop production schedules and allocate resources to meet output targets

• Monitor production performance, quality standards, and specification compliance

Team Leadership

• Lead and manage production supervisors and line operators

• Coach, train, and develop teams while reinforcing strong safety discipline

• Foster a positive, high‑performance culture focused on teamwork and learning

• Lead and support root cause analysis across the supply chain

Quality Assurance

• Implement and maintain robust quality control measures

• Conduct inspections and audits to identify and resolve quality deviations

• Partner with QA teams on corrective and preventive actions

• Establish and maintain site‑wide calibration systems

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with HSE regulations and internal safety standards

• Promote a strong safety‑first culture across all teams

• Lead safety training and incident/near‑miss investigations

• Ensure machinery meets regulatory, environmental, and operational targets

Engineering & Projects

• Lead and execute operational engineering projects

• Propose and manage factory CAPEX budgets

• Oversee mechanical, civil, structural, and electrical works with contractors and consultants

Maintenance

• Establish preventive maintenance systems across factory, farm, and admin areas

• Ensure equipment reliability and minimise unplanned downtime

• Meet maintenance KPIs for performance and cost

• Build and develop maintenance teams and contractor networks

• Prepare weekly/monthly operational reports

• Propose and manage site maintenance budgets

Inventory Management

• Manage raw material, component, and finished goods inventory

• Partner with procurement and logistics to ensure timely material supply

Continuous Improvement

• Identify and drive improvements across cost, safety, quality, and environmental performance

• Implement lean manufacturing and CI methodologies

• Analyse production data and KPIs to improve efficiency and productivity

• EPF
• SOCSO
• Allowance Provided
• Annual Leave
• Medical and Hospitalisation Leave
• EIS