Industrial Engineer

TransPak; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia seeks an Industrial Engineer to drive process improvements, cost reduction, and supply chain optimization across manufacturing operations. You will apply Lean, Six Sigma and data-driven analysis while collaborating cross-functionally to deliver measurable gains in productivity, quality and safety.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in industrial or manufacturing engineering with 5+ years’ experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in manufacturing or operations.
• Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen.
• Experience with data analysis and scheduling tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process Improvement: Identifying inefficiencies and implementing changes to improve productivity, quality, and safety.
• Cost Reduction: Analyzing operations to reduce costs through waste elimination, material optimization, and improved processes.
• Supply Chain Optimization: Enhancing material flow, inventory control, and shipping processes to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Ergonomics & Safety: Evaluating work environments to reduce ergonomic risks and ensure worker safety.
• Project Management: Leading or supporting initiatives involving new technologies, processes, or equipment with clear planning and execution.
• Quality & Compliance: Maintaining safety and quality standards, including ISO and RBA compliance.
• General Support: Performing other duties as needed and ensuring adherence to quality management systems (QMS).

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

Kaizen

Excel

Power BI

Cost analysis

Material flow optimization

Inventory management

ISO 9001

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or manufacturing engineering

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 16th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

As a key driver of operational excellence, the Industrial Engineer leads efforts to streamline processes, cut costs, and boost productivity across the organization. By leveraging data-driven analysis and cross-functional collaboration, this role identifies improvement opportunities, enhances supply chain performance, and strengthens workplace safety and quality. The ideal candidate brings a proactive, solutions-focused mindset to deliver measurable results and long-term value.

Key Responsibilities

• Process Improvement: Identifying inefficiencies and implementing changes to improve productivity, quality, and safety.
• Cost Reduction: Analyzing operations to reduce costs through waste elimination, material optimization, and improved processes.
• Supply Chain Optimization: Enhancing material flow, inventory control, and shipping processes to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Ergonomics & Safety: Evaluating work environments to reduce ergonomic risks and ensure worker safety.
• Project Management: Leading or supporting initiatives involving new technologies, processes, or equipment with clear planning and execution.
• Quality & Compliance: Maintaining safety and quality standards, including ISO and RBA compliance.
• General Support: Performing other duties as needed and ensuring adherence to quality management systems (QMS).

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing or operations environment.

Technical & Functional Skills

• Strong knowledge of process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen).
• Proficient in data analysis tools such as Excel and Power BI.
• Skilled in cost analysis, material flow optimization, and inventory management.
• Familiar with ISO 9001 and other safety, ergonomic, and quality standards.

Project & Analytical Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Capable of managing or supporting process improvement, equipment upgrade, or system enhancement projects.

Communication & Other Requirements

• Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively report findings and lead initiatives.