Continuous Improvement Manager

Mamee; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Continuous Improvement Lead to spearhead value creation initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites. This role involves engaging with various stakeholders to identify and implement cost-saving opportunities while utilizing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. You will lead projects, conduct training sessions, and establish performance management standards to enhance operational efficiency. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, driving improvements and fostering a culture of excellence within the manufacturing operations. If you have a passion for operational excellence and a track record of success in manufacturing, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in manufacturing, focusing on Continuous Improvement and Industrial Engineering.
• Lean/Six Sigma certification preferred, with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives for operational improvements and cost savings across factories.
• Conduct training and workshops on Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Problem Solving

Time-Motion Analysis

Kaizen Facilitation

Data-driven Analytics

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Science

Tools

7QC Tools

DMAIC Project Management

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Lead Value Creation Initiatives for selected operations consisting of several factories, with regular follow-through on realized vs planned project.
• Engage manufacturing stakeholders (Factory Manager, Production/ Quality/ Maintenance/ Logistics PIC) to identify tangible cost saving opportunities, quantify potential cost impact, deep-dive for potential root causes, and recommend key actions; thereafter get buy-in from factory managers to set-up team to reap the cost saving benefits.
• Deploy Lean tools as showcase to drive operational improvements e.g., Root Cause Analysis through 7QC Tools, leading/facilitating Kaizen through PDCA cycle, optimize Planned Downtime through Time Motion Study and SMED.
• Conduct training, facilitate workshops, and lead projects to add value to the business while guiding team members in deploying Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Establish standards for Manufacturing Performance Management System with a data-driven basis.
• Communicate improvement ideas and techniques to other members of Manufacturing Operations.
• Stay up-to-date with developments in Manufacturing and process optimization.
• Perform ad hoc tasks assigned by superior from time to time.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or other related field (Science).
• At least five years’ working experience within manufacturing, preferably in Continuous Improvement, Industrial Engineering, or Production/ Operations roles.
• Hands-on shopfloor improvements using Lean or Six Sigma methodology, with strength in Time-Motion Analysis, Problem Solving, Kaizen Facilitation, and DMAIC Project Management.
• Lean / Six Sigma/ Project Management certification and/or track record in Automation and/or Digitalization are strong advantages.
• Working experience in Food/ FMCG/ Pharmaceutical/ Chemical Processing industries is an added advantage.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across diverse organizational levels.
• Analytical mindset, strong in data-driven analytics.
• Demonstrated hands-on leadership approach to lead shopfloor problem solving.
• Certified Six Sigma Black Belt by American Society of Quality and/or Professional Project Manager (PMP) by Project Management Institute is an added advantage.