Operations Head

Job Description : OPERATIONS HEAD MALAYSIA An established FMCG manufacturer in Johor, Malaysia is looking for a Head of Operations. Reporting directly to the Site Director, this role will be in the second in command who will be groomed to be the future Site Director responsible for the entire plant operation including production, maintenance, engineering, project, site supply chain, quality, and HSE in driving process improvement activities. As the Head of Operations, you are responsible for providing leadership and high impact initiative that would bring best in class efficiency, effectiveness, capacity, and yield across OPEX and CAPEX aligned with the company’s strategic priorities and goals. Provide strategic leadership in the manufacturing organisation by leading and managing production operations while influencing various functional areas such as procurement, demand and supply planning, warehouse and inventory, engineering and quality, finance, admin and HR Drive production throughput and OEE in order to be aligned with company objectives Ensure robust Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) procedures and training are in place that operations follow all required regulations Establish measurement systems (such as OEE) to collect metrics, analyse productivity and set key performance index/targets (KPI) that will meet revenue and COGS goals Lead the development and deployment of manufacturing practices focused on quality and continuous improvement For you to excel in this role, you must have led a team of production managers responsible for multiple production process, analytical to spot opportunity for improvement and proven achievement in leading a high-performing team in a fast-paced FMCG environment. It is expected for the Head of Operations to coach and build a high-performing team. Minimum of a degree in engineering, supply chain or its equivalent At least 15 years of relevant experience in FMCG/process manufacturing industry At least five years of experience in a management role Solid experience in various production techniques, engineering, and project management Experience in supply chain management, inventory management, is an advantage Strong manufacturing and operational management experience in complex production environments; this includes hands-on production experience on the shop floor as well as leadership of major industrial reengineering projects (plant construction, upgrade, refurbish, closure or transfer of production, etc.) Knowledge of production/process technologies (Kaizen, KVP, TPM, TPS, or Lean Six Sigma, etc.) is an advantage Experience in SAP is an advantage

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