06 - Operations Engineering Associate

Celestica Inc.; Kulai; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking an Operations Engineering Associate in Kulai, Malaysia. This role focuses on optimizing manufacturing processes for Printed Circuit Board Assemblies. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's in Engineering and a passion for continuous improvement. Responsibilities include process monitoring, root cause analysis, and collaborative problem-solving. This is a great opportunity for recent graduates looking to start their careers in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification is a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering.
• Must possess a minimum of 2nd Class Upper Honours or equivalent from a recognized university.

Responsibilities

• Monitor PCBA manufacturing lines to ensure processes run efficiently.
• Conduct root cause analysis for process-related defects.
• Seek opportunities for cost reduction and yield improvement.
• Create and maintain process documentation and SOPs.
• Assist in tooling and fixture design concepts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for smooth operations.

Skills

Problem-Solving Skillset

Passion for Improvement

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Initiative

Technical Aptitude

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field

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06 - Operations Engineering Associate

Location: Senai, 01, MY

Req ID: 130140
Remote Position: No
Region: Asia
Country: Malaysia
State/Province: Johor
City: Senai

Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Junior/Fresh Graduate Process Engineer to join our team, focusing on optimizing and improving the manufacturing processes for Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBA). This is an excellent opportunity for a fresh graduate with a passion for continuous improvement and problem-solving to launch their career in a dynamic high‑tech manufacturing environment.

Detailed Description

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

• Process Monitoring & Optimization: Monitor PCBA manufacturing lines (e.g., SMT, Wave Soldering, Testing) to ensure processes are running efficiently, reliably, and consistently meet quality standards.
• Troubleshooting: Conduct root cause analysis and implement effective corrective and preventive actions for process‑related defects and equipment failures.
• Continuous Improvement: Actively seek opportunities for cost reduction, yield improvement, and cycle‑time optimization using engineering principles and analytical tools.
• Documentation: Create, review, and maintain process documentation, work instructions, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and process control plans.
• Tooling & Fixture Support: Assist in tooling and fixture design concepts, qualification, and maintenance schedules to maximize tooling life span.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross‑functional teams (e.g., Production, Quality, Maintenance) to ensure smooth manufacturing operations.

Typical Experience & Education

Requirements & Qualifications

Education

• Minimum Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent field.
• Academic Achievement: Must possess a minimum of 2nd Class Upper Honours (or equivalent) from a Malaysian‑recognised university.

Skills & Attributes

• Problem‑Solving Skillset: Demonstrated ability to approach manufacturing issues systematically, identify root causes, and propose/implement effective technical solutions.
• Passion for Improvement: Demonstrated commitment and passion for continuous learning, problem‑solving, and actively seeking and implementing improvements in processes.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organise, and analyse data to draw logical conclusions.
• Communication: Good verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and report findings.
• Initiative: A proactive and driven attitude, showing initiative to explore solutions and ask pertinent questions.
• Technical Aptitude: Basic understanding of manufacturing principles and process control.

Preferred (Added Advantages)

• Internship Experience: Prior internship experience in a PCBA manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with Quality Management Systems (e.g., ISO) and Continuous Improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).
At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Celestica (NYSE, TSX: CLS) enables the world’s best brands. Through our recognised customer‑centric approach, we partner with leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, Communications, Enterprise, HealthTech, Industrial, Capital Equipment and Energy to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges. As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development – from drawing board to full‑scale production and after‑market services for products from advanced medical devices, to highly engineered aviation systems, to next‑generation hardware platform solutions for the Cloud.
Headquartered in Toronto, with talented teams spanning 40+ locations in 13 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia, we imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers.

Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.