General Manager

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