Title: Sr Manager, Industrial Engineering
ABOUNT ADVANCED ENERGY
Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: AEIS), enables design breakthroughs and drives growth for leading semiconductor and industrial customers. Our precision power and control technologies, along with our applications know-how, inspire close partnerships and innovation in thin-film and industrial manufacturing. We are proud of our rich heritage, award-winning technologies, and we value the talents and contributions of all Advanced Energy's employees worldwide.
POSITION SUMMARY
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead a team of Industrial Engineers and Technicians in executing the following tasks:
- Lead and manage a team of Industrial engineers and technicians, providing guidance, training, and support to maximize performance and achieve organizational goals.
- Develop and implement production layout strategies that optimize resource utilization, minimize waste, and ensure efficient workflow.
- Conduct capacity planning and analysis to determine the ideal resource allocation, ensuring production targets are met while maintaining optimal efficiency levels.
- Perform time-study analysis to identify bottlenecks and develop strategies for process improvement and production optimization.
- Manage Capital Expenditure (CapEx) projects, including budgeting, planning, and implementation, to enhance manufacturing processes and capabilities.
- Utilize OEE (Overall Equipment Efficiency) calculations and analysis to evaluate and improve equipment performance, availability, and quality levels.
- Drive initiatives for productivity improvement by identifying areas for enhancement and implementing appropriate strategies and processes.
- Conduct man-machine calculations and analysis to optimize workstations, labor allocation, and production processes.
- Apply 5S principles to create an organized and efficient work environment.
- Facilitate Kaizen events to identify and eliminate process inefficiencies.
- Champion lean manufacturing principles and methodologies to eliminate waste, reduce non-value-added activities, and improve operational efficiency.
- Utilize takt time analysis and calculations to enhance production planning, ensuring optimal resource allocation and meeting customer demand.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments (e.g., Engineering, Production, Quality, Planning) to drive performance improvements, resolve issues, and implement process changes.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production efficiency, identify opportunities for improvement, and develop action plans accordingly.
- Stay updated on industry trends, technological advancements, and emerging practices in industrial engineering. Implement innovative solutions to enhance manufacturing processes and drive efficiency.
- Ensure activities meet with and integrate with organizational requirements for quality management, health and safety, code of conduct, legal stipulations, environmental, 5S policies, and general duty of care.
- Other duties as assigned.
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.).
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams effectively.
- Proficient in the use of industrial engineering tools, techniques, and software, with expertise in Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of implementing successful process improvement initiatives.
- In-depth knowledge of production layout strategies, capacity planning, time-study analysis, and OEE calculations.
- Experience in managing capital expenditure projects, including cost analysis, budgeting, and vendor management.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to present complex information to stakeholders at various levels.
- Proactive mindset with the ability to identify opportunities for improvement and drive organizational change.
- Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Willing to travel oversea.
EXPERIENCE:
Essential:
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in industrial management, preferably in a senior-level role.
- Prefer 10+ years of management experiences for new product introduction / project transfer.
Desirable:
- Experience in successfully managing cross-functional teams.
- Experience in charge of transition from small-batch production to high volume in electrical industry.
EDUCATION:
Essential:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Engineering, Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience and education.
Desirable:
- Master of Science degree is preferred.
- Black-belt Lean/Six Sigma Certification.
BENEFITS:
As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce.
Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan, and etc.
In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In Malaysia., we offer a rich benefits package that includes:
- Medical - health care plan, dental, and vision.
- Short and long-term disability and life insurance.
- Executive Employee Health Screening package.
- Generous paid time off starting at 15 days and 19 public holidays.
- 98 days of paid maternity leave for Moms and 7 consecutive days of paid paternity leave for Dads.
- AE Child-Of-Employee Scholarship Program.
- Employee Referral Program.
- Career Growth and Learning Opportunity.