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Production Lead

Hempel


Job Location:

Kluang - Malaysia

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 28 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 25 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Do you dream of a career with global impact and visibility in an ambitious and growing company Are you an experienced and approachable production expert with excellent team management skills Then you could be our new Production Lead.

Do you have the drive and ambition to help shape a brighter future
  • Responsible to Manage the Production team

  • Drive Production and Maintenance performance to meet the required SC KPIs and defined financial targets

  • Assist Plant Manager to identify and drives Supply Chain PAP cost saving initiatives

  • Drive change management and Continuous Improvement culture and mindset across Production and Maintenance team

  • Responsible to assist Plant Manager with the CAPEX (capital expenditure) and FE (fixed expenses) budgeting

  • Responsible to carry out the CAPEX project and ensure the FE expenses are managed well within the budget

  • Responsible to develop people capabilities and team competencies at operation by identifying the needed development and training programs

  • Ensure Production & Maintenance are safe and its 6S is at upmost tour condition all the time

What are we looking for
  • University degree in chemistry or engineering field

  • Minimum 5 years industrial experience with minimum 3 years in management role

  • Knowledge of paint technology will be added advantage

  • Knowledge of ISO and 18000 is essential

  • Knowledge of LEAN/6 SIGMA/any other continuous improvement methodology

  • Strong oral/written communication and presentation skill

  • Fluency in English

Can you balance ambition with care for your colleagues
  • Youll join our Operations - Production team.

  • Youll enjoy professional development and progression in a growing global company where we inspire and collaborate to build a brighter future together.

  • Youve been hired for your unique perspective so speak up and share opportunities for improvement.

  • Build a career that supports responsible practices and contributes to better business performance at the same time.

Does it sound like a match to you
Click the Apply for position button in the top-right corner and submit your application letter with a CV in English via our recruitment system.

Application due

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Job Functions

Production

Industry

Chemicals

At Hempel youre welcomed to a global community of 7000 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust mutual respect and support for each other.

Were on a mission to double our impact. To succeed we need bright minds and team is why from day one your input ideas and initiative are not only welcomed but returnyou will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact.

At Hempel we are committed to everyone feeling safe valued and treated equally in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents we can achieve great things together.


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Hempel is a growing business, both geographically and in its fields of work. This gives us unique opportunities to develop our skills and explore different ways of working.

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