- Tingkat Mak Mandin 3 Butterworth Pulau Pinang Malaysia 13400

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About the Company:
MNC based in Butterworth Penang
Role Summary:
The Automation Engineering manager (Process) leads the Engineering Department in driving Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and automation initiatives to enhance productivity, efficiency, quality, and cost. This role requires strong leadership in managing engineering teams, optimizing processes, and supporting business growth through strategic capacity planning and CAPEX investments.
Job requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Industrial Engineering methodologies
Experience in process optimization, automation projects, capacity planning, and manufacturing operations
Proven leadership experience managing engineering teams in a manufacturing environment
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, project management, and communication skills
Mandarin language proficiency (spoken and written) preferred for effective communication
Responsibilities
Lead Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement projects to improve productivity, efficiency, quality, and cost
Analyze production processes, identify bottlenecks, and implement effective solutions
Conduct work measurement, time studies, line balancing, capacity planning, and productivity analysis
Manage and monitor Engineering Department KPIs, driving performance improvements
Lead, coach, and develop Engineers and Technicians to achieve departmental objectives
Drive automation projects, including new processes, jigs, fixtures, and equipment
Establish and maintain manufacturing standards, SOPs, and best practices-Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for production, quality, maintenance, and process issues
Plan and manage departmental CAPEX investments to support growth and operational needs
Coordinate cross‑functional projects and communicate performance, improvement initiatives, and operational issues to management
Please be informed that only shortlisted candidate will be notified.
For more information, you may reach out to Charmaine at her email at ************* or WhatsApp her at +*************
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