Position: Assistant HR Manager
Company Background: Food Manufacturer
Working Location: Pasir Gudang, Johor
Working Hours: Mon - Fri (9am - 6pm)
Salary Range: Basic RM7,000 - RM8,000
Key Responsibilities
HR Operations & Administration
- Support the HR Manager in overseeing the day-to-day HR operations and ensuring smooth execution of HR processes across the business.
- Manage and maintain accurate employee records, HR databases, contracts and employment documentation.
- Oversee employee confirmations, contract renewals, probation reviews and other employment-related matters.
- Handle employee queries and provide timely support on HR policies, procedures and employment matters.
- Ensure proper documentation and confidentiality of employee information.
Recruitment & Workforce Planning
- Support end-to-end recruitment activities, including workforce planning, job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, reference checks and offer administration.
- Work closely with hiring managers to understand manpower requirements and support timely hiring.
- Support recruitment reporting and identify opportunities to improve hiring processes.
- Payroll, Leave & Benefits
- Review and prepare monthly payroll inputs, including attendance, overtime, leave, incentives and
- employee changes, in coordination with Finance or external payroll providers.
- Oversee the administration of leave, medical claims and employee benefits.
- Ensure payroll and HR-related records are accurate and submitted within the required timelines.
Employee Relations & Engagement
- Support the HR Manager in handling employee relations matters and addressing workplace concerns appropriately.
- Coordinate employee engagement initiatives, team activities and wellness programs.
- Support performance review processes, employee development and retention initiatives.
- Promote a positive workplace culture and reinforce company values.
Compliance & HR Development
- Support compliance with Malaysia employment regulations, statutory requirements and company policies.
- Maintain HR documentation required for audits, government submissions and internal compliance.
- Assist in reviewing and improving HR policies, SOPs and internal processes.
- Support HR reporting, people analytics and other HR projects.
- Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, systems and overall administrative efficiency.
- Take on other HR-related duties and projects as assigned by the HR Manager or Management.
Job Requirements:
- Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Human Resources Management or a related field is preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in HR operations or generalist in the Food & Beverage (F&B) manufacturing industry is mandatory.
- Hands-on experience in recruitment, onboarding, HR administration, and payroll coordination.
- Familiarity with Malaysian Employment Act and statutory requirements (EPF, SOCSO, EIS, HRDF) is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of local employment laws, HR compliance and HR best practices.
Pay: RM7,000.00 - RM8,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person