Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing all daily operations of a high-capacity food manufacturing facility. This role ensures efficient production while maintaining strict adherence to quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness. The Factory Manager leads cross-functional teams, fosters a culture of continuous improvement, ensures compliance with regulatory standards and promotes effective people management through collaboration and a positive work environment.
Key Responsibilities
1. Production Planning & Operations Management:
· Lead and oversee daily factory operations to ensure efficient, timely, and cost-effective production.
· Develop, implement, and monitor production plans aligned with business objectives and customer demand.
· Optimize the utilization of resources, including raw materials, equipment, and workforce, to maximize productivity and minimize waste.
2. Quality & Compliance:
· Ensure full compliance with food safety standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., HACCP, GMP, FSSC).
· Develop, implement, and oversee robust quality assurance systems and procedures.
· Investigate and resolve customer complaints related to product quality, implementing corrective and preventive actions as needed
3. Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE):
· Enforce strict adherence to workplace safety and environmental regulations to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.
· Conduct regular risk assessments and lead the implementation of proactive safety programs and initiatives.
· Ensure full compliance with all relevant government and industry HSE standards and reporting requirements.
4. People & Performance Management:
· Lead, mentor, and develop cross-functional teams including Production, Quality Assurance, and Maintenance to achieve operational excellence.
· Cultivate a high-performance culture focused on continuous improvement, collaboration, and accountability.
· Ensure compliance with labor laws, health and safety regulations, and internal company policies
5. Process Improvement & Cost Optimization:
· Identify, evaluate, and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and reduce waste.
· Drive initiatives to optimize production costs while maintaining high standards of product quality and consistency.
· Lead and manage factory improvement projects, ensuring timely execution and alignment with strategic goals.
6. Project Management
· Lead and oversee capital and operational projects within the factory, from planning through execution and completion.
· Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements in alignment with business goals.
· Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
· Monitor project budgets, manage risks, and implement corrective actions as needed.
· Ensure all projects comply with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
· Report project
7. Supply Chain
· Collaborate closely with procurement and supply chain teams to ensure the timely availability of raw materials and packaging supplies.
· Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment to prevent production disruptions.
· Support demand planning and logistics to maintain an efficient and cost-effective supply chain
8. Stakeholder Management:
· Collaborate with senior management to align factory operations with overall business strategy and production targets.
· Partner with the Production Innovation team to support new product launches and implement process improvements.
· Maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and operational transparency
9. Data & Performance Analytics
· Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics to assess plant performance.
· Use data-driven insights to guide decision-making and identify areas for improvement.
· Prepare regular reports for senior management on production, quality, and efficiency.
10. Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility
· Promote sustainable manufacturing practices and reduce environmental impact.
· Support corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives within the plant.
· Ensure compliance with sustainability goals and reporting requirements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Food Technology, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Proven experience in FMCG, preferably in food and beverage production and managing large teams in a high-volume production environment.
- Strong understanding of production planning, quality control, and operational excellence in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of food safety standards (HACCP, GMP) and regulatory compliance.
- Experience in managing large teams, factory budgets, and end-to-end manufacturing operations.
- Proficiency in both English and Bahasa Malaysia is required.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD is an added advantage.