Industrial Engineer

XP Power LLC; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

XP Power LLC in Malaysia seeks an Industrial/Manufacturing Engineer to drive Lean initiatives and optimize manufacturing processes. You will lead continuous improvement projects, develop work instructions, and enhance layouts to boost productivity and reduce waste.

The role focuses on implementing Lean practices, improving yield, and driving cost efficiency within our global power solutions business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or an equivalent field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial and manufacturing engineering.
• Proficiency with Lean Manufacturing tools and process improvement.
• Experience using AutoCAD for layout and process design.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement LEAN practices across manufacturing processes.
• Lead Kaizen events to identify improvements.
• Develop work instructions and train team members.
• Plan and optimize plant layouts to improve ergonomics and reduce motion.
• Drive yield improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
• Monitor production schedules and capacity utilization.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

VSM

Continuous flow

5S workplace

Cycle time

Takt time

Ergonomic design

Define Waste

SMED

Pull system

TPM

PCB Assembly

Box Build

Mechanical Assembly

Industrial Engineering

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

XP Power is a global leader in providing essential power solutions to the Industrial Technology, Healthcare and Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment sectors. We design and manufacture power controllers, the essential hardware component in every piece of electrical equipment that converts power from the electricity grid into the right form for equipment to function. Listed as a FTSE 250 company on the London Stock Exchange we are a fast-growing business, serving our global blue-chip customer base from 29 locations across Europe, North America, and Asia. We are extremely proud and committed to our culture that values Customer Focus, Flexibility, Knowledge, Speed, and Integrity. Joining our team means you’ll work in a high performing global organisation where employees collaborate and strive to make XP Power the first-choice power solutions provider delivering the ultimate experience for our customers and our people.

Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and implement LEAN practices (VSM, Continuous flow, Workplace organization 5S, Cycle time, takt time studies, Ergonomic, Define Waste, TPM program).
• Analyze and evaluate existing systems and processes, identifying value-added and non-value-added activities.
• Lead Kaizen events to find potential improvements.
• Develop and implement work instructions and train team members.
• Design, redesign, and enhance work areas and layouts to be more ergo friendly, reduce repetitive motions and inefficient methods.
• Plan, select, design, and develop workplace and layout for manufacturing processes using lean manufacturing techniques.
• Leads project teams to optimize existing PCBA & mechanical assembly processes on a continuous basis.
• Coordinate and implement Continuous Improvement of processes to upgrade production yield and quality.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Lead and drive for continuous improvement activities to achieve company objectives.
• Drive for yield improvement and cost reduction project to achieve company objectives.
• Minimize waste (scrap, cost of non-quality / conformance/nonvalue add).
• Evaluate current industrial engineering practices and identify those needing improvement.
• Manage production schedules and coordinate services to maximize productivity (capacity analysis)
• Improve the efficiency of each production process.
• Evaluate employees’ tasks and responsibilities, identifying procedures or tools to improve productivity.
• Develop and maintain data collected.

Qualifications

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering or equivalent.
• At least with 5 years of experience in industrial & manufacturing engineering
• Technical Competencies: Lean Manufacturing, VSM, Continuous flow, Workplace organization 5S, Cycle time, takt time studies, Ergonomic, Define Waste, SMED, Pull system, TPM program, PCB Assembly, Box Build, Mechanical Assembly, and Industrial Engineering.
• Good interpersonal relationship and a team player
• Proficiency with analytical tools, workflow time study, and process balancing. MOST or MTM certification is a must.
• Experience with AutoCAD

Additional Information

XP Power is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an environment where people are valued, supported and nurtured to deliver their best. Operating globally, we celebrate the cultural differences that exist in the countries in which we do business. Being a truly diverse and inclusive community helps us grow our business through innovation; attracting and retaining talent to engage the people who buy our power solutions. We know that by cultivating the ultimate experience for all our people, they will deliver the same to our customers.