Industrial Engineer 3

LAM RESEARCH Corporation; Simpang Ampat; Hybrid; MYR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research is seeking a senior manufacturing operations professional in Malaysia to optimize capacity and productivity. You will lead line balancing, time studies, and kanban implementations across cross-functional teams to improve efficiency and reduce cycle times.

The role requires strong analytical and planning abilities with experience in lean manufacturing and tools like AutoCAD and Microsoft Office. Hybrid on-site/remote work options are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering, Mathematics or Engineering.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; AutoCAD is an advantage.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical and planning skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and drive improvements.

Responsibilities

• Capacity planning and long- to medium-term resource planning aligned with forecasts.
• Execute line balancing and process optimization to maximize line efficiency.
• Conduct gap analysis between actual vs theoretical performance and drive closures.
• Lead labor-hour reduction and cycle-time improvement projects.
• Coordinate tool relocation and production line re-layout activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve KPIs.
• Perform time-study data collection and drive continuous improvement.
• PTL and kanban setup and ongoing maintenance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Planning skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mathematics, or Engineering

Master's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Job description

The group you’ll be a part of

The Global Operations Group brings information systems, facilities, supply chain, logistics, and high-volume manufacturing together to drive the engine of our global business operations. We help Lam deliver industry-leading solutions with speed and efficiency, while actively supporting the resilient and profitable growth of Lam's business.

The impact you’ll make

Creates and develops design concepts and specifications that optimize the function, ergonomics, perceived value and appearance of physical hardware products and systems for product consumers and end users. Partners with internal and external marketing and design groups to research and analyze design trends and customer feedback for incorporation into product enhancements, new product design and overall design language and strategy. Produces and validates product design specifications and production requirements with insourced and outsourced manufacturing and engineering groups.

What you’ll do

Who we’re looking for

Responsibilities

1. Capacity Planning
   • Perform capacity analysis for long‑and medium‑term resource planning aligned with business forecasts.
   • Execute line balancing and process optimization to maximize line efficiency.
   • Conduct gap analysis between actual vs. theoretical performance and drive effective closure actions.
2. Productivity Improvement
   • Lead labor‑hour reduction and cycle‑time improvement projects to enhance operational productivity.
   • Coordinate tool relocation and production line re‑layout activities.
   • Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to achieve key operational KPIs.
   • Perform time‑study data collection and analysis, driving continuous improvement based on lean line and bay build concepts.
   • Pick To Light(PTL) and kanban setup and ongoing maintenance activities.

Preferred qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mathematics, or Engineering; or 1 years of experience with a Master’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with additional skills in AutoCAD and system‑related tools considered an advantage.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and planning skills.
• Demonstrated drive for business and process improvements.
• Proven ability to perform effectively with minimal supervision.

Our commitment

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on‑site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On‑site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On‑site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on‑site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1‑2 days per week on‑site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.