Factory Manager

TeamtailorKuala Lumpur
ActiveVerified 4h ago

Job description

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Manage and oversee the full daily operations of the factory

  • Plan, coordinate, and monitor production schedules to meet output and delivery targets

  • Ensure product quality meets company and customer requirements

  • Supervise production workers, supervisors, and related factory staff

  • Monitor factory efficiency, productivity, and wastage control

  • Ensure proper maintenance of machinery, equipment, and factory facilities

  • Work closely with QA/QC, warehouse, purchasing, and management teams

  • Implement and improve SOPs, workflow, and operational processes

  • Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations

  • Control production costs and optimize resource utilization

  • Monitor stock usage for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods

  • Handle production issues, manpower planning, and problem-solving on the shop floor

  • Train, guide, and motivate factory staff to improve discipline and performance

  • Prepare operational and production reports for management review

  • Support internal audits, factory inspections, and customer audits when required

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • Diploma or Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field

  • At least 5–8 years of working experience in factory or manufacturing operations

  • Minimum 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role

  • Experience in electric motor manufacturing, machinery manufacturing, or related industry is an added advantage

  • Strong knowledge of production planning, quality control, and factory operations

  • Good leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

  • Able to manage workers effectively and maintain discipline in the factory

  • Familiar with SOP implementation, 5S, safety practices, and process improvement

  • Basic knowledge of maintenance coordination and machine handling

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and production reporting

  • Able to work independently and under pressure

  • Mandarin speaking is an added advantage to communicate with suppliers and workers

PREFERRED QUALITIES:

  • Hands-on and practical in managing factory floor operations

  • Strong sense of responsibility and accountability

  • Result-oriented with a focus on productivity and quality

  • Good team player with leadership presence

  • Able to build systems and improve operational efficiency from ground level