Job Summary:

The Production Clerk is responsible for providing administrative and clerical support to the production department. This role ensures that production records are accurately maintained, production schedules are adhered to, and communication between departments is effective. The Production Clerk will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the production process.

Key Responsibilities:

Documentation and Record-Keeping:

• Maintain accurate records of daily production outputs, material usage, and wastage.
• Prepare and update production logs, ensuring data accuracy and timely entry.
• Organize and file production-related documents such as work orders, maintenance logs, and quality control reports.

Production Scheduling:

• Assist in coordinating production schedules to ensure timely completion of production orders.
• Communicate with relevant departments to confirm material availability and production timelines.
• Monitor production progress and update schedules as necessary.

Inventory Management:

• Track inventory levels of raw materials, packaging, and finished products.
• Coordinate with the procurement team to reorder materials as needed.
• Record and report any inventory discrepancies or shortages to management.

Reporting:

• Prepare and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly production reports to management and other stakeholders.
• Compile data for performance metrics and assist in analyzing production efficiency.

Communication:

• Serve as a liaison between production staff and other departments such as quality control, logistics, and procurement.
• Relay information regarding production schedules, changes, and issues to the relevant parties.
• Address inquiries from production staff and assist in resolving any administrative issues.

Compliance and Safety:

• Ensure that production records comply with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain records of safety incidents and assist in the implementation of corrective actions.
• Support the production team in adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.

Administrative Support:

• Provide general administrative support to the production department, including answering phones, managing emails, and assisting with timekeeping and any related processes.
• Assist with the coordination of production meetings and prepare meeting minutes as needed.

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for improving production processes and suggest solutions to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Assist in the implementation of process changes and monitor their impact on production performance.

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; an associate degree in a related field is preferred.

• Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a clerical or administrative role, preferably within a manufacturing or production environment. However, fresh graduates are encouraged to apply. 

• Skills:
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and experience with production management software.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
  • Familiarity with inventory management and production scheduling.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, which may include exposure to noise, dust, and varying temperatures.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.

Work Environment:

• The role is primarily office-based within a manufacturing facility but may require occasional visits to the production floor.

Perks & Benefits

• Medical
• EPF
• Sosco

Responsibilities

• Operate various production machinery and equipment efficiently while following safety guidelines and standard operating procedures.
• Assemble products or components as per production specifications and quality requirements.
• Conduct regular quality checks and inspections to ensure finished products meet quality standards. Report any issues or defects to the supervisor.
• Load and unload materials onto production lines and maintain an organized work area.
• Monitor the production process and make adjustments to maintain quality and efficiency. Notify maintenance staff of any equipment malfunctions.
• Complete necessary production records, including work orders, logs, and inspection reports.
• Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate protective equipment to ensure a safe working environment.
• Perform routine cleaning and basic maintenance of machines and workspaces to maintain a tidy and safe working area.

Requirements:

• Minimum SPM level.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is preferred.
• Ability to operate machinery and understand technical processes. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Good physical health, with the ability to perform repetitive tasks.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Able to work in shift

Perks & Benefits

• Annual Bonus
• Regular team activities
• Personal leave
• Medical Benefits

Job Responsibilities:

• Supervise day-to-day production activities, ensuring that products are manufactured according to schedule and quality standards.
• Monitor production processes and workflows to identify inefficiencies or areas for improvement.
• Ensure that products meet quality standards and specifications. This may involve conducting inspections or liaising with quality control teams.
• Resolve any quality issues that arise during production, taking corrective actions when necessary.
• Maintain a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations and promoting safe work practices.
• Continuously look for ways to improve production efficiency, such as optimizing workflows or adopting new technologies.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and improve overall productivity.
• Track and manage raw materials, finished goods, and equipment inventory levels to avoid production delays.
• Coordinate with purchasing or supply chain teams to ensure that necessary materials are available for production.
• Prepare and analyze production reports, providing data on productivity, downtime, quality, and other key metrics.
• Maintain accurate records related to production activities, equipment maintenance, and employee performance.

Job Qualifications:

• Ability to effectively manage and communicate with production staff, other departments, and management.
• Ability to identify issues in the production process and come up with practical solutions.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, tools, machinery, and equipment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ensuring that products meet high standards of quality and safety.
• Familiarity with production management software, ERP systems, and basic computer programs.

Education and Experience:

• Education: A high school diploma is typically required; however, a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, business, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience: Several years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment, with at least 1-2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.

Perks & Benefits

• Central Location
• Open culture
• Personal development opportunities
• Personal Accident Insurance

工作職責：

• 監督日常生產活動，確保產品按照計畫和品質標準生產。
• 監控生產流程和工作流程，以確定效率低或需要改進的領域。
• 確保產品符合品質標準和規格。這可能涉及進行檢查或與品質控制團隊聯絡。
• 解決生產過程中出現的任何品質問題，必要時採取糾正措施。
• 遵守安全法規並推廣安全工作實踐，維護安全的工作環境。
• 不斷尋找提高生產效率的方法，例如優化工作流程或採用新技術。
• 實施精實製造原則以減少浪費並提高整體生產力。
• 追蹤和管理原材料、成品和設備庫存水平，以避免生產延誤。
• 與採購或供應鏈團隊協調，確保有必要的材料可用於生產。
• 準備和分析生產報告，提供有關生產率、停機時間、品質和其他關鍵指標的數據。
• 保存與生產活動、設備維護和員工績效相關的準確記錄。

任職資格：

• 能夠與生產人員、其他部門和管理層進行有效管理和溝通。
• 能夠識別生產過程中的問題並提出切實可行的解決方案。
• 了解製造流程、工具、機械和設備。
• 能夠在快節奏的環境中管理多項任務並確定工作的優先順序。
• 確保產品符合品質和安全的高標準。
• 熟悉生產管理軟體、ERP系統和基本電腦程式。

教育背景與經驗：

• 教育背景：通常需要高中文憑；然而，工業工程、商業或相關領域的學士學位是首選。
• 經驗：在製造或生產環境中擁有多年經驗，其中至少 1-2 年擔任領導或監督職務。

津貼和福利

• 中心位置
• 開放文化
• 個人發展機會
• 人身意外傷害保險

Position: Production Development Executive (R&D)

Responsibilities:

• Planning and carrying out R&D activities and projects that comply with food regulations as well as the company vision and mission.
• Create and design new recipes to improve food product from the organization in consideration of ideas and market demand for new products and refine taste profiles through experimentation.
• Improve and revise existing product formulations and processes if necessary to optimize productivity and cost.
• Conduct sensory and shelf-life evaluation for new and existing product samples.
• Participate in pilot tests and production runs until the commercialization of the new or modified product.
• Collaborate with the procurement department to source alternative ingredients.
• Liaise with supplier for new product samples and documents required, such as quotation, product specification, CoA, Halal Cert and etc.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing departments to keep track of consumer needs and competitors’ performance as well as support sales and marketing team by preparing samples for customer trials.
• Provide technical and labelling information with regulatory compliance to related departments.
• Keep a record of all R&D related documents.
• Assist in kitchen / R&D lab equipment handling, maintenance and calibration.
• Get involved in kitchen / R&D lab activities related to 5'S, safety, inventory control and others.

Requirements:

• Possess Degree or Diploma in Culinary / Food Technology / Food Science and other relevant field.
• Possess strong understanding of cultural and culinary trends with full knowledge of culinary art and able to cook like a chef.
• At least 1-2 years of working experience in seasoning, sauce and paste R&D, processing & manufacturing related field with strong knowledge and ability in kitchen / R&D lab management, recipe formulation, food presentation, food safety, food handling and food hygiene.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office & Excel, other relevant software and application.
• Able to manage time efficiently, effective in problem- solving, and having positive thinking.
• Possessed strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Familiar with Malaysian Food Regulations and Nutrition Labelling Regulations.
• Possess own transport and willing to travel.

工作性质：

• 考虑新产品的想法和市场需求，创建和设计新食谱以改进组织的食品产品，并通过实验改进口味

• 改进和修改现有产品配方和工艺（如有必要），以优化生产力和成本

• 对新产品和现有产品样品进行感官和保质期评估

• 参与中试和生产运行，直至新产品或改良产品商业化

• 与采购部门合作寻找替代成分

• 与供应商联系，获取新产品样品和所需文件，如报价、产品规格、CoA、清真证书等

• 与销售和营销部门合作，跟踪消费者需求和竞争对手的表现，并通过准备样品供客户试用来支持销售和营销团队

• 向相关部门提供符合法规要求的技术和标签信息

• 保留所有研发相关文件的记录

• 协助厨房/研发实验室设备的操作、维护和校准

• 参与与 5'S、安全、库存控制等相关的厨房/研发实验室活动

要求：

• 拥有烹饪学/食品技术/食品科学和其他相关领域的学位或文凭

• 向助理研发经理汇报工作内容和相关报告详情

• 对烹饪趋势有深入的理解，对烹饪艺术有充分的了解

• 至少 1-2 年调味料、酱料和酱料研发、加工和制造相关领域的工作经验，在厨房/研发实验室管理、配方配方、食品展示、食品安全、食品处理和食品卫生方面具有丰富的知识和能力

• 熟练使用 Microsoft Office 和 Excel、其他相关软件和应用程序

• 能够有效地管理时间，有效地解决问题，并具有积极的思维

• 熟悉马来西亚食品法规和营养标签法规

Perks & Benefits

• Employee equity
• Allowance (travel stipends, transportation, etc.)
• Central location
• Free snacks / Happy hours
• Regular team activities
• Personal development opportunities
• Paid training and development

• Research potential vendors
• Compare and evaluate offers from suppliers
• Negotiate contract terms of agreement and pricing
• Track orders and ensure timely delivery
• Review quality of purchased products
• Enter order details (e.g. vendors, quantities, prices) into internal databases
• Maintain updated records of purchased products, delivery information and invoices
• Prepare reports on purchases, including cost analyses
• Monitor stock levels and place orders as needed
• Coordinate with warehouse staff to ensure proper storage
• Attend trade shows and exhibitions to stay up-to-date with industry trends
• Good knowledge of vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating and liaising with vendors)
• Hands-on experience with purchasing software
• Understanding of supply chain procedures
• Solid analytical skills, with the ability to create financial reports and conduct cost analyses
• Negotiation skills
• Well knowledge with ISO 9001:2015, LMW & ERP system
• Can speak & write in Mandarin.

Perks & Benefits

• Commission and bonus
• Casual dress code
• Personal development opportunities
• Paid training and development

The Production Engineer is responsible for identifying and eliminating daily losses, reducing variability and increase predictability of results and productivity, while building the capability through supporting, coaching and engaging the shift teams.

Safety Health Environment:

• Reviews Safety performance in Operations Performance meetings Structure - OPS meetings, provides day to day solutions, roll out of best practices
• Understands relevant technical requirements in Safety Health and Environment. Coordinates all aspects of pollution control, waste management, recycling, environmental health, conservation and renewable energy across plants in close conjunction with the Global Safety Health and Environmental Manager 

Leadership:

• Leads and role models output of Manufacturing Operating System - MOS supporting roll out and further development with hands on approach
• Drive zero loss, defects and 100% engagement culture by leveraging continuous improvement approach
• Finding the correct resources to build competency in the shift team and ensures appropriate training is applied for new/improved processes when rolled out
• Audits consistency of competency and processes in the teams
•  

Delivery & Cost:

• Collaborates with key areas to understand the Compelling Business Need - CBN contribution that will improve immediate daily business performance.
• Defines the most impactful projects on CBN which needs to be implemented.
• Source the appropriate support and route forward to lock improvements in place.
• Has daily engagement with shift teams to identify the opportunities by applying Manufacturing Operating System - MOS tools, (such as Root Cause Analysis, Kaizen, Defect tagging).
• Responsible for reducing process variability and improve process capability.
• Responsible for reducing waste in all forms effecting line performance.
• Makes recommendations and follows up on finding agreement for rolling out of standards.
• Updates relevant information, tracking and reporting systems.

About the job
You will work together with your colleagues in the IKEA Food management team; lead and manage the kitchen production team to fulfil the purpose of our function by building business and people together. You strive to make people smile while providing irresistible food offers in a welcoming atmosphere that gives our guests a good reason to return again and again. 

You take ownership for ensuring food safety in all parts of the store and train others as appropriate. You lead and manage co-workers so that we provide irresistible food offers of good taste and quality served in a safe and efficient way.

You will together work with IKEA Food team ensuring the full potential of IKEA Food is realised and the following 10 tasks are fulfilled:
1. Attract visitors to the IKEA store
2. Offer a range that appeal to the many people on the market
3. Strengthen the low-price profile of the IKEA store
4. Strengthen the quality perception of the IKEA store
5. Contribute to a day out for the whole family
6. Strengthen the Swedish profile of the IKEA store
7. Build trust for the IKEA store among customers, co-workers and suppliers
8. Ensure that IKEA co-workers get a good meal for a low price
9. Serve the many store visitors
10. Be efficient and generate a reasonable profit

The Production Engineer is responsible for identifying and eliminating daily losses, reducing variability and increase predictability of results and productivity, while building the capability through supporting, coaching and engaging the shift teams.

Safety Health Environment:

• Reviews Safety performance in Operations Performance meetings Structure - OPS meetings, provides day to day solutions, roll out of best practices
• Understands relevant technical requirements in Safety Health and Environment. Coordinates all aspects of pollution control, waste management, recycling, environmental health, conservation and renewable energy across plants in close conjunction with the Global Safety Health and Environmental Manager 

Leadership:

• Leads and role models output of Manufacturing Operating System - MOS supporting roll out and further development with hands on approach
• Drive zero loss, defects and 100% engagement culture by leveraging continuous improvement approach
• Finding the correct resources to build competency in the shift team and ensures appropriate training is applied for new/improved processes when rolled out
• Audits consistency of competency and processes in the teams
•  

Delivery & Cost:

• Collaborates with key areas to understand the Compelling Business Need - CBN contribution that will improve immediate daily business performance.
• Defines the most impactful projects on CBN which needs to be implemented.
• Source the appropriate support and route forward to lock improvements in place.
• Has daily engagement with shift teams to identify the opportunities by applying Manufacturing Operating System - MOS tools, (such as Root Cause Analysis, Kaizen, Defect tagging).
• Responsible for reducing process variability and improve process capability.
• Responsible for reducing waste in all forms effecting line performance.
• Makes recommendations and follows up on finding agreement for rolling out of standards.
• Updates relevant information, tracking and reporting systems.