Over 1,000 Malaysians in 2km queue for jobs with starting pay of $1.1k
Over 1,000 job seekers queued for nearly 2km in Melaka, Malaysia, for an open interview session at an Infineon Technologies semiconductor factory. While officials cited the competitive salary as the primary draw, the event highlighted high interest in manufacturing roles despite low official unemployment rates.
Why it matters
The event underscores the high demand for stable, well-paying manufacturing jobs in Southeast Asia and the logistical challenges of large-scale recruitment events.
Listen More than 1,000 Malaysians braved the hot sun in Melaka after a semiconductor factory announced it was looking to fill up to 500 vacancies with a starting salary of RM3,500 (S$1,100), causing a nearly 2km-long queue.
The report balances the event description with official statements regarding unemployment and safety.
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