PR/160544 | Deputy Factory Manager - Steel Fabrication

COMPANY OVERVIEW

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Factory Operations & Production 

• Oversee day-to-day production activities to ensure output, quality, cost, and delivery targets are met. 

• Support production planning, manpower allocation, and capacity optimisation in line with export commitments. 

• Monitor and improve manufacturing efficiency, yield, and workflow. 
   

Quality, Compliance & Export Standards

• Ensure products meet internal quality standards as well as European customer and regulatory requirements. 

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to quality, process control, and defect reduction. 

• Support audits, inspections, and compliance requirements relevant to export markets. 
   

People & Team Management

• Supervise and support shopfloor teams, including operators, supervisors, and technical staff. 

• Assist in manpower planning, training, and performance management.

• Promote a culture of discipline, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Coordination with Group HQ 

• Act as a key communication bridge between the Malaysia factory and the Group Products team 

• Implement group policies, technical standards, and production requirements at site level

• Provide regular operational updates, production reports, and issue escalation to the Group VP. 
   

Cost Excellence, Safety & Operations 

• Support cost control initiatives, including material usage, scrap reduction, and operational efficiency. 

• Ensure compliance with workplace safety, housekeeping, and factory discipline standards. 

• Participate in improvement projects related to equipment, layout, or process optimisation.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma or Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Management, or a related discipline. 

• Minimum 8–12 years of manufacturing experience, with exposure to factory operations or production management. 

• Prior experience in export-oriented manufacturing is strongly preferred. 

• Hands-on leadership experience managing shopfloor teams in a small-to-medium sized plant.

• Ability to work with regional stakeholders

• Comfortable operating in a matrix reporting environment.

• Strong communication skills in English; Mandarin is an added advantage for HQ coordination.

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