Job Highlights
- Lead overall operations for a well-established industrial manufacturer
- Strategic role overseeing production, people, and business performance
- Stable environment with strong long-term growth potential
About the Company
Our client is a reputable manufacturer and processor of metal and steel products serving construction, industrial, and engineering sectors. With operations across Malaysia, the company is strengthening its leadership team to support business growth and operational excellence.
About the Role
We are looking for a hands-on General Manager to lead the Senai plant. This role is ideal for a strong Sales Manager / Operations leader ready to step up into a full General Manager position. You will oversee daily plant operations, manage cross-functional teams, and work closely with Sales to support business growth and customer delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Operations & Plant Management
- Oversee daily factory operations including production, quality, and workflow
- Ensure smooth coordination between plant, warehouse, and logistics teams
- Monitor production schedules, delivery timelines, and operational performance
- Ensure compliance with quality standards and internal procedures
Sales & Business Support
- Work closely with the Sales team to support new projects and customer orders
- Provide operational input for pricing, capacity planning, and feasibility
- Improve delivery efficiency, quality consistency, and customer satisfaction
- Support business growth by strengthening coordination between Sales and Operations
People & Leadership
- Lead and manage department heads (Operations, HR, Finance, QC, Sales Support)
- Build a disciplined, accountable, and performance-driven culture
- Drive continuous improvement in processes, productivity, and cost control
What We’re Looking For
- Degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field
- 8+ years of experience in operations, sales leadership, or general management (manufacturing/industrial preferred)
- Strong leadership background managing multi-functional teams
- Good commercial sense with ability to support sales and business decisions
- Hands-on, proactive, and comfortable being on the ground
- Willing to be based in Senai, Johor, with occasional travel to Klang Valley / Singapore
- Experience in metal, steel, or manufacturing environment is a strong advantage
What We Offer
- Opportunity to step up into a General Manager role
- Stable, long-term career with a growing industrial company
- Exposure to regional operations and leadership scope
