Lean Intern

MKS Instruments, Inc.; Batu Kawan; Presencial; MYR 20.000 - 33.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

MKS Instruments, Inc. is seeking a Lean Intern in Malaysia to support OPEX, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Production in continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing organization.

You will assist with Kaizen, 6S, value stream mapping, data analysis, and development of standard work and visual management tools, collaborating with cross-functional teams and gaining hands-on experience in Lean projects.

Formación

• Pursuing a Bachelors Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Internship experience or university project experience in manufacturing, process improvement, or industrial engineering is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts such as 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, and Waste Elimination.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint; high proficiency in workflow automation tools (e.g. Power Automate, SharePoint, Power BI).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English and ability to work effectively in a team.

Responsabilidades

• Support Lean and Operational Excellence projects to improve productivity, quality, and process efficiency.
• Assist Kaizen, 6S, value stream mapping, and waste reduction activities across manufacturing operations.
• Collect, analyze, and present operational data to identify improvement opportunities and track project progress.
• Support the development of standard work instructions, visual management tools, and process documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on time studies, work measurements, layout improvements, and material flow optimization projects.
• Assist with Lean training activities, continuous improvement events, and special projects as assigned.

Conocimientos

Lean Manufacturing concepts

5S

Kaizen

Value Stream Mapping

Waste Elimination

Excel

PowerPoint

Power Automate

SharePoint

Data Analysis

Teamwork & Communication

English Communication

Educación

Bachelor3s Degree in Industrial/ Manufacturing/ Mechanical Engineering or related field

Herramientas

Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Power Automate

SharePoint

Descripción del empleo

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As a Lean Intern at MKS Instruments, you will partner with the Operational Excellence (OPEX), Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to support continuous improvement initiatives, Lean projects, and operational excellence activities across the manufacturing organization. In this role, you will report to the Senior Manager, Lean Continuous Improvement.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Supporting Lean and Operational Excellence projects focused on improving productivity, quality, and process efficiency.
• Assisting in Kaizen, 6S, value stream mapping, and waste reduction activities across manufacturing operations.
• Collecting, analyzing, and presenting operational data to identify improvement opportunities and track project progress.
• Supporting the development of standard work instructions, visual management tools, and process documentation.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams on time studies, work measurements, layout improvements, and material flow optimization projects.
• Assisting with Lean training activities, continuous improvement events, and special projects as assigned.

Travel Requirements:

Up to 10% of travel may be required.

Skills You Bring:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related Engineering field.
• Internship experience or participation in university projects related to manufacturing, process improvement, or industrial engineering is an advantage.
• Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts such as 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, and Waste Elimination.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint High proficiency in workflow automation software (e.g. Power Automate, SharePoint, Power BI)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to various export control regulations. Applicants for these positions may be limited (by, for example, their countries of citizenship, country of origin, or immigration status) where required by law or governmental contact, and/or employment made contingent upon the issuance of appropriate governmental licensing.

MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.

Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies.

MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

At MKS, it's all about courage, big ideas, and a serious passion for innovation. Winning here is about exploring possibilities, taking action, and solving our customers’ toughest challenges. It's not just a job – it's what you make of it. While you shape your role and make it unique, we invest in you with on-the-job and formal training, as well as educational assistance.

Curiosity is key at MKS - ask questions, own your path. Our success comes from celebrating the unique skills, diverse perspectives, and lived experience of employees from over 100 countries.

The goal is to make sure that everyone feels that they belong.

Diversity isn't just a nice-to-have; making sure everyone feels included is a big deal for us.

Our group of ~10,000 employees serves semiconductor manufacturing, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial markets.

With over 3,800 patents, our products are enabling advancements in 5G, renewable energy & storage, artificial intelligence, cloud technology, and big data.

We're the behind-the-scenes support for some amazing technology.

MKS Inc enables technologies that transform our world.

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