Sr. Production Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Production Manager to join a leading multinational organisation in Penang, where your expertise in manufacturing operations will be highly valued.

This role offers the chance to manage a discreet business unit, working closely with Production Team Leaders and Support Teams to drive operational success. You will play a pivotal part in developing capacity plans, managing financial budgets, and setting ambitious departmental goals that align with both current and future objectives. The position is ideal for someone who thrives on cross-functional collaboration, as you will partner with Logistics, Engineering, Quality, HR, and Finance to optimise business performance. With a strong focus on process development and regulatory compliance, this role provides an excellent platform for you to champion quality standards and foster continuous improvement initiatives. If you are passionate about nurturing talent, supporting team growth, and ensuring customer satisfaction through operational excellence, this is the perfect next step in your career.

• Take ownership of a key production unit within a globally recognised organisation, driving strategic initiatives that shape the future of manufacturing operations.
• Enjoy the benefits of working onsite in Penang while collaborating with diverse teams across multiple functions including engineering, logistics, quality assurance, and human resources.
• Be empowered to create a positive impact by fostering employee development, promoting continuous improvement, and ensuring adherence to the highest standards of quality and regulatory compliance.

What you'll do:

As a Senior Production Manager based in Penang, you will be entrusted with overseeing all aspects of manufacturing operations within your area of responsibility. Your day-to-day activities will involve close collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless production processes that meet both internal targets and external customer expectations. You will be instrumental in resource planning—balancing manpower needs against sales forecasts—and will take charge of budget management to ensure optimal use of departmental funds. By fostering open communication channels within your team and promoting a culture rooted in quality and continuous improvement, you will help drive operational excellence throughout the business unit. Your ability to coordinate new product introductions alongside engineering and logistics partners will be crucial for maintaining high standards of innovation while adhering strictly to regulatory requirements. Success in this role hinges on your commitment to employee development, your skill in managing complex projects across multiple functions, and your dedication to upholding rigorous quality standards at every stage of production.

• Champion effective employee relations and communication within the department by adopting a flexible management style tailored to various situations.
• Commit to providing meaningful development and growth opportunities for all department personnel while recognising and encouraging continuous improvement initiatives.
• Encourage employees to achieve new milestones by creating an environment that supports learning and professional advancement.
• Demonstrate respect for core organisational values through your management approach while fostering teamwork at every level.
• Promote quality and customer satisfaction as fundamental principles embedded in all departmental activities and processes.
• Develop, train, and plan manpower requirements based on sales forecasts to ensure full compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Plan and allocate resources efficiently to optimise customer service targets, inventory levels, procurement delivery timelines, and cost controls.
• Utilise available tools and resources effectively to meet production needs aligned with sales forecasts while bringing together functional resources to achieve production objectives.
• Develop, manage, and monitor departmental budgets with accountability for spending, labour efficiency, product quality, and production yields.
• Coordinate the introduction of new products in partnership with Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Logistics teams while ensuring strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and GMP guidelines.

What you bring:

To excel as a Senior Production Manager in this organisation’s Penang facility, you will bring extensive experience from senior roles within complex manufacturing environments—ideally gained over more than fifteen years. Your background should include significant time spent guiding large teams within multinational corporations where cross-functional collaboration is paramount. Familiarity with the medical device sector is especially valuable due to its stringent regulatory landscape; however, candidates from similarly regulated industries are also encouraged. Your proven ability to nurture talent through supportive leadership will be complemented by exceptional communication skills that foster trust across all levels of the organisation. In addition to technical acumen—such as budget management and resource planning—you should possess a keen eye for process optimisation that drives both productivity gains and cost efficiencies. A steadfast commitment to upholding quality standards underpins everything you do; whether introducing new products or refining existing workflows. Ultimately, your blend of industry expertise, people-centred leadership style, and unwavering focus on operational excellence will make you an invaluable asset in this pivotal role.

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Technical discipline or Business Administration is required for this position as it forms the foundation for understanding complex manufacturing environments.
• A minimum of 15 years’ experience working within manufacturing settings ensures you bring deep industry knowledge essential for this senior leadership role.
• At least 10 years spent in leadership roles—preferably within multinational corporations—demonstrates your capability to guide large teams through intricate operational challenges.
• Experience within the medical device industry is highly preferred as it equips you with specialised insights into regulatory demands unique to this sector.
• Proven ability to lead large teams effectively by fostering collaboration across operations, quality assurance, engineering, supply chain management and other key stakeholders.
• A strong track record of cross-functional collaboration highlights your interpersonal skills necessary for building consensus among diverse groups.
• Demonstrated capability in driving organisational performance through operational excellence initiatives shows your commitment to continuous improvement.
• Exceptional communication skills enable you to champion effective employee relations while promoting transparency throughout the department.
• Experience managing financial budgets at departmental level ensures you can set realistic goals aligned with broader business objectives.
• A thorough understanding of GMP guidelines coupled with experience implementing SOPs guarantees compliance with all relevant regulations.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a global leader renowned for its commitment to advancing healthcare solutions through cutting-edge technology and world-class manufacturing practices. Employees benefit from being part of an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity of thought while prioritising personal growth through ongoing training opportunities. The company’s collaborative ethos encourages knowledge sharing across departments—ensuring everyone feels connected regardless of their function or location. With robust support systems designed around employee wellbeing—including flexible working opportunities where possible—you’ll find yourself empowered not only professionally but personally too. The organisation’s reputation for ethical conduct means you can take pride in contributing towards products that genuinely improve lives worldwide—all while enjoying access to state-of-the-art facilities located right here in Penang. If you’re seeking an employer who invests deeply in both people development and technological advancement then look no further: this is where your ambitions can truly flourish alongside like-minded professionals dedicated to making a difference every day.

What's next:

If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge where your expertise can shape the future of manufacturing operations while supporting talented teams—this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided or email me at TengHong.Khoo@robertwalters.com.my to discuss this new opportunity!

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C