Engineer III - Industrial Engineering

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Industrial Engineer performs analyze current processes and procedures. Implement improvements that maximize productivity, reduce wastefulness, and ensure high quality results.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Team Leadership: Lead and manage a team of Industrial Technicians, providing guidance, training, and support to maximize performance and achieve organizational goals.
• Layout Optimization: Analyze and propose production layout strategies that optimize resource utilization, minimize waste, and ensure efficient workflow.
• Capacity Planning: Conduct capacity planning and analysis to determine the ideal resource allocation, ensuring production targets are met while maintaining optimal efficiency levels.
• Process Improvement: Perform time-study analysis to identify bottlenecks and develop strategies for process improvement and production optimization.
• Project Management: Support Capital Expenditure (CapEx) projects, including budgeting, planning, and implementation, to enhance manufacturing processes and capabilities.
• Performance Evaluation: Develop and maintain OEE (Overall Equipment Efficiency) calculations and analysis to evaluate and improve equipment performance, availability, and quality levels.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate and may lead initiatives for productivity improvement by identifying areas for enhancement and implementing appropriate strategies and processes.
• Workstation Optimization: Conduct man-machine calculations and analysis to optimize workstations, labor allocation, and production processes.
• 5S Implementation: Apply 5S principles to create an organized and efficient work environment.
• Takt Time Analysis: Conduct takt time analysis and calculations to enhance production planning, ensuring optimal resource allocation and meeting customer demand.
• KPI Management: Support key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production efficiency, identify opportunities for improvement, and develop action plans accordingly.
• Layout Design: Lead Layout design to meet and align to lean strategies and Best-in-Class approach.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Location: Penang Science Park, Simpang Ampat.
• Works in a fast-paced engineering/manufacturing lab environment.
• Also works in a standard office environment and uses general office equipment (telephone, PC, copier, fax machine, etc.).
• Works under limited supervision.
• Overtime may be necessary in times of increased demand.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong analytical skills to evaluate and interpret data.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Strong leadership skills in implementing productivity changes.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Familiar with Cause & Effect Diagram, 5 Why, & Pareto Principle.
• Understanding of basic Lean methodologies of Flow, Poka Yoke, & Heijunka.
• Troubleshooting skills and attention to detail.
• Documentation and organization skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to manage many projects at one time.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of eight (8) years related experience.

Desirable:

• Familiar with ISO quality system.
• Familiar with plant operation system.
• Have good knowledge in 6Sigma, SPC, FMEA, lean manufacturing.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering, Process Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering or a related field, or equivalent education and/or experience.