ZW Packaging Hiring! Full Time PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR in Pulau Pinang - Ricebowl

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities according to production schedules and work orders.

• Allocate manpower and assign daily tasks to operators and production workers.

• Monitor production output, productivity, quality, machine utilisation, and production efficiency.

• Ensure production targets and customer delivery requirements are achieved.

• Monitor production processes for paper packaging, carton/packaging products, wood processing, wooden crates, pallets, or related manufacturing activities, where applicable.

• Ensure production is carried out according to approved drawings, specifications, work instructions, and SOPs.

• Monitor material usage and minimise material wastage, rejection, and rework.

• Coordinate with Warehouse to ensure sufficient raw materials and production materials are available.

• Coordinate with Maintenance regarding machine breakdowns, equipment issues, and preventive maintenance requirements.

• Identify production problems and take immediate corrective action or escalate to the Production / Operation Manager.

• Work closely with QA/QC to ensure products meet quality requirements.

• Monitor employee attendance, discipline, work performance, and compliance with Company rules.

• Provide on-the-job training and guidance to operators and production workers.

• Ensure employees follow safety procedures and use the required PPE.

• Maintain good housekeeping and 5S/6S standards in the production area.

• Report abnormal situations involving production processes, products, machinery, equipment, safety, or manpower.

• Prepare daily production reports and provide updates on production performance and issues.

• Assist Management in implementing productivity, cost reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Perform other duties assigned by the superior or Management.

• Minimum SPM / SKM / Certificate / Diploma in Manufacturing, Engineering, Production, Industrial Management, or a related field.

• Diploma or relevant technical qualification will be an added advantage.

• Minimum 3–5 years of working experience in production or manufacturing.

• At least 2 years of supervisory experience managing production operators or workers.

• Experience in paper packaging, carton manufacturing, wood processing, wooden crates, pallets, timber, or related manufacturing industries is highly preferred.

• Hands-on experience in a factory / production environment is required.

• Good understanding of daily production planning and manpower allocation.

• Able to read and understand work orders, production drawings, specifications, and work instructions.

• Basic knowledge of production machinery and manufacturing processes.

• Knowledge of 5S/6S, quality control, safety, and continuous improvement.

• Basic knowledge of production KPI monitoring, including output, productivity, downtime, wastage, rejection, and rework.

• Basic computer skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and Word.

• Knowledge of ISO QMS / EMS is an added advantage.

• Good command of Bahasa Malaysia and English, both written and spoken.

• Mandarin speaking is strongly preferred / an added advantage, particularly for communication and coordination with Mandarin-speaking Management, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders.

• Strong leadership and people-management skills.

• Hands-on and willing to work closely with production workers.

• Responsible, disciplined, and proactive.

• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Good communication and coordination skills.

• Able to work under pressure and manage production priorities.

• Strong attention to detail, particularly on quality and production requirements.

• Safety-conscious and committed to maintaining a safe working environment.

• Able to work independently as well as part of a team.

• Willing to work overtime when required to support production requirements.

We are looking for a hands-on Production Supervisor who can effectively manage workers, monitor daily production, solve operational issues, and ensure production targets are achieved.

Key requirements:

Minimum 3–5 years' manufacturing / production experience
Minimum 2 years' supervisory experience
Experience in paper packaging / carton / wood / pallet / wooden crate manufacturing preferred
Strong manpower and production control skills
Knowledge of quality, safety and 5S/6S
Able to read production drawings and work orders
Mandarin-speaking is strongly preferred
Willing to work hands-on in a manufacturing environment