IE Lead Engineer

Coherent Corp.; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. in Penang seeks an experienced Industrial Engineering leader to drive IE programs, establish standard processes, and guide the team to meet department goals on-site in Malaysia.

The role focuses on space layout optimization, budget planning and cost reduction, IT-enabled system improvements, and handling special assignments, with a strong emphasis on Chinese and English communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• MS degree in Industrial Engineering or mechanical engineering; advanced degrees are a plus.
• 8+ years IE/Lean manufacturing management experience in multinational companies.
• Fluent in Chinese (must) with proficient English listening, speaking, reading and writing.

Responsibilities

• Lead IE program at Penang sites and standardize IE processes.
• Plan factory layout and optimize space utilization for productivity.
• Develop budgets, monitor costs, and drive cost reduction initiatives.
• Improve IT-enabled operations systems and automate reporting.
• Support special projects and report to upper management.

Skills

IE management

Cost analysis

Project management

Leadership

Education

MS in Industrial Engineering

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

IE Standards - 20%

• Lead IE program at Penang sites. Establish IE standard processes and guide the team to comply with them. Develop and maintain IE standards, including standard production capacity, standard working hours, and standard manpower calculation systems, etc
• Lead the IE group to realize IE department goals.
• Train, develop, and guide subordinates.
• Identify areas for improvement and lead improvement projects.

Space & Layout Management - 10%

• Plan factory layout, optimize production material/people flow, and improve space utilization.
• Manage factory space and space utilization.
• Optimize factory layout and manufacturing processes to improve performance.

Manufacturing Budget Plan & Cost Reduction - 35%

• Develop manufacturing budgets, review product standard costs, monitor, analyze, and continuously reduce manufacturing costs.
• Break down quarterly/monthly cost management targets, analyze and continuously reduce manufacturing costs.
• Compare actual costs with budgets to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Review manufacturing CAPEX budget plans and actual implementation.
• Coordinate cost reduction program.

Operations Management System (IT-enabled system) Improvement - 25%

• Work with personnel from various teams to develop IT-enabled systems to improve work efficiency.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for factory operations and continuously improve the operations reporting system. (Report automation)
• Review and approve document releases in the configuration management system.

Special Assignments - 10%

• Support special projects as required.
• Report on projects and make recommendations to upper Management.

Job Requirements:

• MS degree in Industrial Engineering or mechanical engineering. Advanced educational qualifications will be a plus. Candidates having suitable professional experience with a BS degree will be considered.
• >8 years or above IE/Lean manufacturing management experiences in multinational companies. Project management experience will be a plus.
• IE/Lean manufacturing experiences in the manufacturing industry.
• Conversant with manufacturing cost analysis and reduction, cost mindset.
• Project management experiences.
• AutoCAD, MS office software.
• Effective communication skills. Adaptability, Customer Focus, Innovation, Planning and Organizing, Problem Solving, Decision Making and Continuous Improvement, Professional and Technical Knowledge and Skills, Reliable and Dependable, Results Oriented, Teamwork and Positive Relationships, Work Standards/Quality/ Details.
• Fluent in Chinese (Must) and English listening, speaking, reading and writing.

Working Conditions

• This role is 100% onsite

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth.

Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth.

About The Team

Coherent Malaysia (formerly known as II-VI Incorporated) began operations in 2001 through the incorporation of Finisar Malaysia with 300 headcounts, now employs over 3000 employees. Ipoh’s assembly and test site for optical components, transceivers, and wavelength management equipment, remains committed to the expansion of Coherent Corporation, accelerated by the growth of next generation products to meet the increasing demands for network bandwidth and data storage.

Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth.