CI Manager

Integer Holdings Corporation; Penang; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Integer Holdings Corporation is seeking a site Continuous Improvement leader to drive improvement across the Plant Leadership Team, lead strategic planning, and manage the site continuous improvement plan.

You will coach cross‑functional teams on Lean concepts, promote a lean culture, ensure safety, quality, and delivery targets, and translate strategy into measurable results through hands‑on execution.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field is preferred.
• Minimum Experience: 5 years industrial experience in driving continuous improvement.
• Strong foundation and experience in implementing the core Lean concepts.
• Specialized Knowledge: Hoshin Planning, Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Standardized Work, TPM, Leader Standard Work, PMIP, and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead Strategic Planning and Hoshin Planning to identify site breakthroughs.
• Facilitate Lean Diagnosis Workshops to create strategic improvement plans.
• Coach teams to sustain and advance Lean maturity and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead and coach cross-functional teams to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and inventory.

Skills

Change agent

Leadership

Workshop facilitation

Coaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

By living according to a common set of values, we create a culture that unifies, embraces the uniqueness we all bring to the company, and positions Integer for long-term success. At Integer, our values are embedded in everything we do.

Customer We focus on our customers’ success Innovation We create better solutions Collaboration We create success together Inclusion We always interact with others respectfully Candor We are open and honest with one another Integrity We do the right things and do things right

What you’ll do in this role:

The primary purpose of this role is to be a site change agent responsible for driving improvement through all functions of the Plant Leadership Team.

Responsibilities include leading the team through strategic planning, managing the site continuous improvement plan, providing coaching through hands‑on execution, promoting a lean culture by engaging the workforce, and ensuring alignment on the corporate Manufacturing Excellence strategic initiatives.

Adhere to Integer’s Values and all safety, environmental, security and quality requirements including, but not limited to: Quality Management Systems (QMS), Safety, Environmental and Security Management Systems, company policies and operating procedures, and other regulatory requirements.

• Lead Strategic Planning
• Lead the Plant Leadership Team through the annual Hoshin Planning process to identify site breakthrough opportunities and create the site transformation plan to achieve world class operational performance
• Facilitate Lean Diagnosis Workshops to create strategic improvement plans for each value stream
• Act as the catalyst of strategic thinking by challenging site paradigms
• Manage and Execute the Site Continuous Improvement Plan
• Track financial impact of initiatives, conduct accountability meetings, and take lead on the corporate CI tracker report outs.
• Ensure sustainment and effectiveness of the Production Monitoring and Improvement Process at the site, value stream, cell and workstation levels
• Maintain a pulse on the site’s Lean maturity level to help its evolutionary journey
• Provide Coaching through Hands‑on Execution
• Facilitate cross‑functional teams and help lead the implementation of various Integer Production System workshops throughout the facility to drive continuous improvement (workplace organization, value stream mapping, manufacturing standardized work, manufacturing cell design, quick changeover, scheduling & material systems, total productive maintenance, leader standard work, problem solving, etc.).
• Lead and coach teams to improve results for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and inventory.
• Coach the area leaders how to maximize the benefits of the Production Monitoring & Improvement Process (PMIP) by asking the right questions, recognizing the opportunities and driving improvement actions.
• Enhance Lean Culture and Promote Engagement
• Promote Lean thinking through training, mentoring, and coaching at all levels of the organization (operators, supervisors, ops managers, and support functions).
• Involve associates in problem solving and in workshops; ensure their ideas are heard.
• Lead by example by being visible on the floor and encouraging other leaders to go to the gemba.
• Celebrate wins and recognize associates/teams for their contributions.
• Ensure Alignment on the Corporate Manufacturing Excellence Strategic Initiatives
• Work with the Lean Enterprise Team in developing and deploying the Integer Production System elements
• Engage other sites in identifying and sharing best practices.
• Help the Lean Enterprise Team in developing and utilizing standard Integer Lean training material.

How you will be measured:

Live the Integer Values through leading by example. Assist the site in achieving its annual goals for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and inventory. Increase level of site engagement by mentoring and coaching others to be Lean change agents Achieve all Goals and Objectives assigned Enable and track the accumulation of incremental savings opportunities.

What sets you apart:

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field is preferred
• Minimum Experience: 5 years industrial experience in driving continuous improvement
• Strong foundation and experience in implementing the core Lean concepts.
• Specialized Knowledge: Hoshin Planning Value Stream Mapping Workplace Organization and Visual Controls (5S) Manufacturing Standardized Work, Manufacturing Training & Certification Built-in Quality Scheduling & material Operating System Manufacturing Cell Design Total Productive Maintenance Leader Standard Work Production Monitoring & Improvement Process
• Special Skills: Possess change agent mentality Ability to influence at all levels of the site Well-developed skills for planning, executing and delivering projects to expected results Ability to motivate, coach and teach Ability to facilitate workshop events Possess the spirit of teamwork and cooperation and the desire to lead

U.S. Applicants:

Equal Opportunity Employer. In addition, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Integer Holdings Corporation (NYSE: ITGR) is one of the largest medical device contract development and manufacturing organizations (CDMO) in the world, serving the cardiac rhythm management, neuromodulation, and cardio and vascular markets. As a strategic partner of choice to medical device companies and OEMs, Integer is committed to enhancing the lives of patients worldwide by providing innovative, high-quality products and solutions. The company's brands include Greatbatch Medical® and Lake Region Medical®. Additional information is available at www.integer.net.

Integer Holdings Corporation(“Integer”) is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, and on any other protected characteristics. We celebrate our many differences and remain committed to providing an inclusive workplace free from harassment and discrimination. Integer does not discriminate against any applicants or employees because he or she is a disabled veteran, Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, or active‑dutty wartime veteran, campaign badge veteran, referred to collectively as "Protected Veterans." It is also the policy of Integer to employ and to advance in employment, all people regardless of their status as individuals with disabilities. All employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment. Additionally, Integer provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants and associates who need them for medical or religious reasons.

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