Industrial Engineer

TRANSPAK PENANG SDN. BHD.; Valdor; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

TRANSPAK PENANG SDN. BHD. is seeking an Industrial Engineer to streamline processes, reduce costs, and boost productivity across the Penang facility.

The role emphasizes data-driven analysis and cross-functional collaboration to identify improvement opportunities and deliver measurable results. You will apply Lean, Six Sigma and Kaizen methodologies to enhance process efficiency, inventory control, and safety, while ensuring ISO 9001 compliance and ongoing quality improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing or operations environment.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen methodologies.
• Proficient in Excel and Power BI.
• Familiar with ISO 9001 and safety, ergonomic, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Process Improvement: identifying inefficiencies and implementing changes to boost productivity, quality, and safety.
• Cost Reduction: analyzing operations to reduce costs through waste elimination 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

Analytical

Project mgmt

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or related

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

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.

Must have own transportation.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of ISO 9001?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as an industrial engineer?
• Do you have experience with inventory management?
• Which of the following languages are you fluent in?

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