Job Description

An exciting Production Manager job has just become available from one of the leading company of packaging manufacturing industry to be based in Penang. Reporting directly to the Senior Site Operation Manager, this is a role for a talent who is a leader in their field. About the Production Manager Role:
As the Production Manager, you will be responsible for managing the overall production operations of new plant set-up, which includes the staff, production/technical, raw material planning, product quality, inventory and products manufacture according to bill of materials. Moreover, you are to ensure all facilities are maintained and safety procedures and policies are enforced. Key Responsibilities:

• Execute the new Wooden Crates Operations investment at the new plant in Penang
• Lead and manage day-to-day raw materials planning, production planning, quality, inventory and fulfil daily delivery plan
• Monitor production cost and overheads and drive process improvement and resources to minimise operating cost
• Be responsible for the loading and supply plan by evaluating production capacity and planned requirements to meet changing of demands
• Maximise operations efficiency and coordinates with production to ensure on-time delivery
• Resolve problems on site as they arise, reducing the impact of unforeseen difficulties
• Support customer service in resolution of customer concerns
• Issue and receive/close purchase orders to suppliers
• Track, organise and manage inventory and be responsible for 100% stock accuracy by managing and reporting on inventory turns, stock counts and purchase price variance
• Work closely with sales team to maintain close relationships with customers
• Carry out any other duties as required from time to time
• Build positive working relationships within the group and serve as point of contact for broader corporate initiatives
• Improve employee motivation and performance
• Ensure a clean and maintained environment
• Able to travel/open to relocation for any future bigger role at Southeast sites (Malaysia, Thailand, etc.)

To succeed in the Production Manager job, you will need to have extensive experience in packaging industry and the ability to work on your own initiative and possess a keen understanding of the full spectrum of production. Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in setting up Wooden Crates / Thermoforming Operations facilities
• Minimum of a Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Operations, Engineering or equivalent technical engineering background
• Minimum of five years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in Wooden Crates/Thermoforming Operations, Operations management, Quality or related fields
• Extensive background in Wooden Crates/Thermoforming Packaging
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision with strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Pricing negotiation skills
• Strong leadership skills and a strategic mindset
• Strong ability in planning and organisational skills
• Strong communications and presentation skills
• Familiarity with packaging corrugated, foam and wooden crate is an added advantage
• Ability to read, analyse and interpret complex business-related documents
• Well-versed in with proven abilities with MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Team player who thrives on deadlines-driven project and deliver under pressure

This firm needs no introduction and is recognised as the leader in their field of expertise. The culture is demanding as it is a new start up but if you are confident and have a can-do attitude the potential rewards are significant. If you are a talented and focused Production professional seeking the right opportunity to take your career forward, this Production Manager role is right for you. You will be a part of forward-thinking company that values innovation and a progressive mindset. If you would like to apply for this role or find out more, please email me at audrey.ng@robertwalters.com.my today.