Client Background: MNC Company

Industry : Manufacturing

Location: Iskandar Puteri, Johor

Headcount: 1

Position Title: General Manager

Tenure: Permanent

Remuneration: RM20,000 – RM25,000

Job Description

A. Strategic & Operational Leadership

• Oversee daily operations across Production, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain and EHS

• Drive performance improvements in OEE, yield, scrap, cost, and on-time delivery, etc

• Ensure production stability, process capability, and operational discipline

• Instill a performance culture focused on accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement

• Lead cross-functional problem-solving and crisis management

B. Technical & Manufacturing Process Excellence

• Knowledge in CNC machining and precision manufacturing

• Knowledge in Cold forging / Stamping processes

• Knowledge in Surface treatment technologies

• Strengthen industrial engineering practices, automation, and continuous improvement

• Ensure robust quality systems and compliance standards

• Knowledge in facilities maintenance and wastewater treatment experience would be added

advantage

C. Transformation & Continuous Improvement

• Lead strategic improvement initiatives aligned with the company roadmap

• Lead and inspire a workforce (reference: ~500 employees) through clear direction, engagement, and empowerment

• Champion Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving culture

• Build accountability and ownership across all levels of the organisation

• Build strong second-line leadership capability

• Drive cultural transformation toward ownership, discipline, and results orientation

• Develop succession planning and talent development strategies

D. Financial & Business Exposure (MD Succession Track)

• Support plant P&L management and budgeting processes

• Participate in Capex planning and ROI evaluations

• Engage with key customers and strategic partners

• Develop board-level reporting capability and executive communication maturity

• Propose, draft and present business cases for the needs of UTM for future expansion

E. Leadership & Talent Development

• Lead and develop second-line leadership bench strength

• Build succession planning and organisational capability

• Drive cultural alignment toward performance, discipline, and long-term growth

F. Governance, Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure full compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards

• Strengthen risk management and crisis response capabilities

• Embed structured problem-solving and fact-based decision-making culture

2. Leadership Attributes

A. Leadership Profile

• Strong ownership mindset and accountability

• High resilience and determination

• Data-driven, structured decision-maker

• Able to lead under pressure and navigate complexity

• Strong communication skills from shopfloor to board level

B. Success Criteria

• Stabilise and improve key operational KPIs

• Demonstrate P&L ownership capability

• Build strong internal leadership bench

• Successfully lead at least one major transformation initiative

• Be assessed as ready successor for UTM Managing Director role

Requirements

A. Qualifications

• Minimum Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

B. Experience

• Proven leadership experience in precision manufacturing, with working experience for at least 10 years

• High-potential candidates with strong leadership capability and growth mindset will be

considered

• Strong exposure to machining, cold forging, and surface treatment technologies

• Experience managing large teams in a manufacturing environment

• Demonstrated success in operational improvement or transformation initiatives

• Work experience in Malaysia Johor manufacturing operations would be preferred

C. Business Acumen

• Understands plant P&L and cost drivers

• Capable of driving performance and financial improvement

• Able to support business needs and expansion for growth in the company.

D. Working Condition

• Full-time working location in Johor Bahru, Malaysia

• Fast-paced, dynamic work environment requiring flexibility and adaptability

• Some overseas travel may be applicable