Continuous Improvement Engineer

Celestica; Penang; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica is seeking an experienced Processes & Applications Advisor in Penang, Malaysia, to bridge global supply chain strategy with site operations. You will lead CI initiatives using Lean/Six Sigma, drive standardization, and architect end-to-end e-Business solutions with IT partners.

The role demands strategic thinking, stakeholder influence, and mentorship of analysts to deliver scalable, compliant processes across manufacturing sites.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated command of Lean, Six Sigma, and specialized process optimization methodologies and measurement systems
• Proven capability in leading structured discovery workshops, aligning cross-functional stakeholders, and defining system integration criteria
• Comprehensive understanding of global business environments, manufacturing business operations, material planning, order entry, MRP architectures, logistics, and supply chain financial metrics
• Strong knowledge of IT concepts, complex database workflows, and integrated enterprise application design
• Exceptional facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to resolve complex challenges through organizational influence
• Ability to isolate, evaluate, and resolve intricate process or system failures using financial, analytical, and statistical modeling tools
• Strong capability to evaluate, prioritize, and problem-solve a variety of complex tasks to ensure timely and accurate execution
• Competency in adult education techniques and instructional methodologies required to deliver technical training programs
• Six to eight years of progressive professional experience focusing heavily on continuous improvement and process optimization within a global supply chain or systems integration environment

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement (CI) initiatives utilizing Lean and Six Sigma frameworks to drive process efficiency across single or multiple manufacturing sites
• Participate in the global CI community to share insights, capture operational lessons learned, and document standardized best practices across the organization
• Facilitate requirement-gathering workshops to align global business objectives with site-specific manufacturing workflows and translate user needs into technical specifications
• Architect end-to-end e-Business solutions to streamline transactional data and deliver collaborative solutions between Celestica, Customer, and Supplier teams
• Consult with Information Technology (IT) partners as a designated specialist to deploy integrated business applications aligned with Celestica procurement procedures
• Oversee process governance by collaborating with IT to implement automated data-monitoring protocols that ensure operational alignment with corporate compliance frameworks
• Advise executive leadership on systemic process constraints, risk-mitigation strategies, and actionable optimization plans based on rigorous data analysis
• Guide and develop department business analysts to elevate technical competencies, resolve system defects, and drive independent project execution
• Develop strategic training frameworks and certification programs tailored to regional needs to ensure seamless system rollouts, specifically targeting procurement and quotation applications
• Leverage scalable training methodologies, including computer-assisted modules, to streamline the learning process and support change-management initiatives

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

Process optimization

IT systems

Data analysis

Facilitation

Stakeholder influence

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Information Technology, Materials Management

Tools

ERP systems

Database design

IT architecture

MRP

Job description

As a Processes & Applications Advisor, you are a strategic specialist who serves as the bridge between global supply chain strategy and daily site operations. You will focus on supporting operations and driving continuous improvement (CI) and process optimization across our global SCM ecosystem. Tackling problems of diverse scope, you will apply your expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, supply chain operations, and IT systems to design future-ready processes. This role offers high autonomy, requiring you to lead project teams, mentor staff, and influence stakeholders to ensure global operational excellence.

Key responsibilities

Lead continuous improvement (CI) initiatives utilizing Lean and Six Sigma frameworks to drive process efficiency across single or multiple manufacturing sites

Participate in the global CI community to share insights, capture operational lessons learned, and document standardized best practices across the organization

Facilitate requirement-gathering workshops to align global business objectives with site-specific manufacturing workflows and translate user needs into technical specifications

Architect end-to-end e-Business solutions to streamline transactional data and deliver collaborative solutions between Celestica, Customer, and Supplier teams

Consult with Information Technology (IT) partners as a designated specialist to deploy integrated business applications aligned with Celestica procurement procedures

Oversee process governance by collaborating with IT to implement automated data-monitoring protocols that ensure operational alignment with corporate compliance frameworks

Advise executive leadership on systemic process constraints, risk-mitigation strategies, and actionable optimization plans based on rigorous data analysis

Guide and develop department business analysts to elevate technical competencies, resolve system defects, and drive independent project execution

Develop strategic training frameworks and certification programs tailored to regional needs to ensure seamless system rollouts, specifically targeting procurement and quotation applications

Leverage scalable training methodologies, including computer-assisted modules, to streamline the learning process and support change-management initiatives

Requirement

Demonstrated command of Lean, Six Sigma, and specialized process optimization methodologies and measurement systems

Proven capability in leading structured discovery workshops, aligning cross-functional stakeholders, and defining system integration criteria

Comprehensive understanding of global business environments, manufacturing business operations, material planning, order entry, MRP architectures, logistics, and supply chain financial metrics

Strong knowledge of IT concepts, complex database workflows, and integrated enterprise application design

Exceptional facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to resolve complex challenges through organizational influence

Ability to isolate, evaluate, and resolve intricate process or system failures using financial, analytical, and statistical modeling tools

Strong capability to evaluate, prioritize, and problem-solve a variety of complex tasks to ensure timely and accurate execution

Competency in adult education techniques and instructional methodologies required to deliver technical training programs

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Information Technology, Materials Management, or an equivalent combination of education and related industry experience

Six to eight years of progressive professional experience focusing heavily on continuous improvement and process optimization within a global supply chain or systems integration environment

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Continuous Improvement Engineer?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years of Database Design experience do you have?

Consumer Electronics Manufacturing 1,001-5,000 employees

Headquartered in Toronto, Celestica Inc. is a global leader in high-reliability design, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. We enable major brands to launch complex products in markets like Aerospace, Defense, HealthTech, and Industrial, driving a smarter, sustainable future.

In 2023, Celestica expanded its footprint with a new Design Centre in Penang, Malaysia. This strategic hub collaborates with our global engineering teams to develop cutting-edge Hardware Platform Solutions. The Penang team focuses on next-gen Networking, Storage, and Server technologies to power Cloud, AI, Machine Learning, Edge, and 5G deployments worldwide.

Headquartered in Toronto, Celestica Inc. is a global leader in high-reliability design, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. We enable major brands to launch complex products in markets like Aerospace, Defense, HealthTech, and Industrial, driving a smarter, sustainable future.

In 2023, Celestica expanded its footprint with a new Design Centre in Penang, Malaysia. This strategic hub collaborates with our global engineering teams to develop cutting-edge Hardware Platform Solutions. The Penang team focuses on next-gen Networking, Storage, and Server technologies to power Cloud, AI, Machine Learning, Edge, and 5G deployments worldwide.