Electropolishing (EP) Manager

ICHOR Systems; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Shah Alam is seeking an experienced Process Engineer specializing in electropolishing. You will provide technical oversight of various surface finishing processes, develop and implement process parameters, and ensure compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in metal surface finishing, a strong background in electrochemical processes, and excellent leadership skills. This role emphasizes continuous improvement and requires the ability to train operators on best practices.

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of experience in metal surface finishing or electropolishing.
• Experience with stainless steel EP process and SOPs.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert-level technical oversight of electropolishing processes.
• Develop and optimize EP process parameters.
• Lead troubleshooting for process deviations.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance for process control systems.
• Monitor technical KPIs such as defect rates.

Skills

Technical oversight of electropolishing processes

Troubleshooting and root cause analysis

Process validation and documentation

Continuous improvement initiatives

Training and mentoring operators

Strong analytical skills

Leadership and communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, materials engineering, or industrial chemistry

Job description

Job Requirement:

Provide expert-level technical oversight of electropolishing, passivation, and anodization processes.

Develop, implement and optimize EP process parameters to meet product specifications and performance targets.

Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for process deviations, defects, and equipment issues.

Collaborate with Quality Assurance to maintain robust process control systems, including SPC and FMEA documentation.

Author and maintain technical work instructions, SOPs, and process validation protocols.

Ensure all special processes comply with internal standards, customer requirements, and regulatory guidelines.

Support internal and external audits related to special process certifications and accreditations.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on process stability, yield enhancement, and cost reduction.

Evaluate and recommend upgrades to EP equipment, tooling, and automation technologies.

Train and mentor operators and technicians on EP process fundamentals, safety, and quality practices.

Monitor and report on technical KPIs such as process capability, defect rates, and equipment uptime.

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, Materials Engineering, or Industrial Chemistry.

More than 5 years in metal surface finishing, plating, or electropolishing environment preferred.

Experience with stainless steel EP process, rectifier operation, or passivation line setup.

Strong understanding of electrochemical processes and chemical bath control.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strong knowledge of process validation, FMEA, and SPC.

Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems, lean principles, and quality standards (e.g., ISO, Six Sigma).

Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

Broad knowledge of process/production principles.

Ability to plan, organize, motivate and evaluate assigned resources.

Ability to communicate clearly, both written and verbally.

Proficient in the use of MS and mainframe applications.

Advanced people skills: ability to evaluate, coach and motivate employees.