Plant Manager

Job Description : PLANT MANAGER MALAYSIA One of the world’s largest corrugated packaging materials manufacturers is seeking a Plant Manager to lead all operations and plant improvement initiatives within a new plant set-up project. In this job, you will report directly to the Managing Director. In this position, you will be responsible for daily operations management and coordination of plant operations including production, quality, logistics, maintenance and HSE while ensuring compliance with company and corporate policies and regulations. Ensure efficient planning and controlling of the production schedule Develop plant objectives and budgets with the management and devise strategies to meet delivery targets below cost Review corrective actions and ensuring compliance on the outcome of customer complaints investigation Coordinate operational projects and drive its successful implementation with the regional management team Monitor and analyse the statistical process data in order to identify trends and possibilities of improvement Develop and manage plans and strategies to achieve the organisational and financial objectives of the company Implement and maintain TPM, 5S, Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing initiatives Set and control budgets, targets, and objectives (KPIs), and providing regular reports on progress in order to achieve the overall organisational and financial objectives Effectively manage labour requirements, manpower planning, production planning, stock management, instrumentation calibration, plant improvement while developing innovative systems and processes Improve processes and policies in support of organisational goals, formulate, and implement departmental and organisational policies and procedures to maximise output, and monitoring adherence to rules, regulations and procedures To be successful in this role, you must have prior experience in handling day-to-day operations of manufacturing lines, plant improvement projects and CapEx projects. qualifications in engineering, operations management, supply chain or a related field of study Minimum of eight years’ operational management experience in the packaging manufacturing industry Prior experience in a new plant set-up is highly preferred Familiar with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen, etc. Prior experience working with colleagues from various functions across different regions Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office tools Strong leadership, interpersonal, management and collaborative skills Proven team building, decision-making and people management skills Ability to look at situations from several points of view

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