Operation Manager | Senai

Company Background: Our client is a leading manufacturer of plastic corrugated tubing with over 50 years of experience, recognized for its patented smooth-bore design. The company provides custom solutions globally, supported by continuous R&D, a strong focus on quality, and compliance with customer and regulatory standards. Key Responsibilities : Take full responsibility for the Operations team within new facility. Lead all operations with focus on efficiency, reliability, quality, and a strong operational culture. Oversee manufacturing and production activities. Coordinate production planning and scheduling to meet requirements for quality, delivery time, materials, and cost. Monitor production performance and resolve operational issues. Manage supply chain activities, including purchasing and technical purchasing. Manage agreed inventory levels and vendor selection. Oversee supply chain activities covering procurement, warehousing, and shipment. Approve purchasing of equipment and related operational requirements. Manage product quality control within Operations. Ensure local legally required safety procedures and Plastiflex minimum safety standards are in place. Enforce health and safety precautions across operations. Manage maintenance activities. Monitor and resolve maintenance-related production issues. Approve maintenance work and related operational requirements. Identify, initiate, and manage continuous improvement programmes and activities. Manage employee proposals relating to process and product improvements and report improvement results. Drive improvements in operational efficiency, reliability, processes, and products. Promote LEAN, Kaizen, and continuous improvement practices where applicable. Be responsible for the financial results of the department. Estimate operating costs and prepare departmental budgets. Monitor KPI and report operational performance. Report operational results and key issues to upper management. Build a highly qualified and motivated team of professionals. Define the necessary skills and identify training needs for employees across departments. Job Requirements : Bachelor and above in Engineering. Background in engineering and plastic transformation. Minimum 5 years of relevant experience as a Production Manager or Operations Manager, with strong technical capability or equivalent relevant experience. Strong knowledge of operational processes and related financials. Knowledge of supply chain management, including procurement, warehousing, and shipment. Experience in production planning and scheduling. Technical affinity with plastic raw material transformation; extrusion experience is an advantage. Experience with ISO. Knowledge of automotive standards, LEAN, Kaizen, and related operational improvement practices. Proficient in MS Office and ERP software. Salary Range: Up to RM16k Location: Senai, Johor