Manufacturing Equipment Engineering Manager (Test)

Intel Corporation; Malaysia; Hybrid; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Intel Corporation in Malaysia (Penang) seeks a Manufacturing Engineering Equipment Manager to lead a team of engineers and technicians overseeing equipment maintenance, repair, and qualification to drive safety, quality and efficiency in production.

The role requires hands-on repair skills and the ability to develop training plans to ramp production. This is an on-site, experienced-hire position with a focus on manufacturing excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's with manufacturing operations or equipment management experience.
• Minimum 3 years of equipment maintenance/repairing experience.
• Knowledge of GMP and safety standards.
• Experience in manufacturing QA processes.
• Ability to develop training plans and manage certifications.

Responsibilities

• Own and support Test manufacturing equipment, including troubleshooting, repair, and optimization.
• Lead quality containment and excursion management activities.
• Repair and sustain machines as an equipment engineer.
• Lead and coach a team of technicians for manufacturing operations and maintenance.
• Ensure production schedules meet safety and quality standards.
• Oversee equipment performance, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Develop training and certification plans for ramp readiness.
• Supervise shift schedules and staffing coverage.
• Resolve operational, safety, and security issues.
• Collaborate with engineering to address factory health challenges.
• Drive team results through goal setting and performance management.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Team leadership

QA processes

GMP & safety

Training plans & certifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Master's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Equipment monitoring systems

Scheduling software

Job description

Job Details: Job Description: The Role and Impact As a Manufacturing Engineering Equipment Manager, you will lead a team of engineer/technicians responsible for overseeing operations, equipment maintenance, and repair within Intel's manufacturing facilities. You also need to equip the skills to hand on by your own for machine repairing as equipment engineer. You'll play a pivotal role in driving safety, quality, and efficiency across production, ensuring the team meets critical goals and delivers results. Your contributions will directly impact factory performance and operational success, enabling Intel to maintain its leadership in innovative manufacturing excellence. Business group This position is part of Intel's Manufacturing and Operations division, engineering department which focuses on delivering world-class manufacturing capabilities to support Intel's cutting-edge technology. The team is essential to Intel's growth, ensuring quality, efficiency, and scalability in production processes while fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and support Test manufacturing equipment, including troubleshooting, repair, qualification, and performance optimization to ensure stable operations, throughput, and manufacturing readiness.
• Lead quality containment and excursion management activities, including defect verification, early quality signal response, lot/hardware containment, disposition support, and corrective actions to minimize production and customer impact.
• Able to repair and sustain machine as an equipment engineer
• Lead/coach and manage a team of technicians responsible for manufacturing operations, equipment maintenance, and repair.
• Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining stringent safety and quality standards.
• Oversee equipment performance, troubleshooting, and repair to sustain operational efficiency.
• Establish and implement training and certification plans to equip the team with the necessary skills for production ramp requirements.
• Supervise shift schedules, including workstation assignments, rotations, and PTO management, to ensure optimal staffing coverage.
• Act as the first responder to resolve operational, safety, and security issues within assigned toolsets or areas.
• Develop and execute tactical plans to streamline workflows and improve coordination between groups and divisions.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to address factory health challenges and operational issues.
• Drive team results through effective goal setting, performance management, and leadership development.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and a minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing operations or equipment management OR Master's degree in a relevant field with 2+ years of experience
• Minimum 3 years of equipment maintenance/repairing experience.
• Proficiency in equipment monitoring, scheduling, and maintenance practices.
• Experience in manufacturing quality assurance processes and practices.
• Knowledge of good manufacturing practices and operational safety standards.
• Demonstrated ability to develop training plans and manage team certifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading and developing diverse teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with excursion management and process optimization strategies.
• Proven ability to inspire and drive results through effective leadership and goal-setting.
• Strong equipment knowledge at test operation will be added advantage.

Join us in shaping the future of manufacturing excellence at Intel while building a team that drives innovation and operational success.

Job Type: Experienced Hire

Shift: Shift 1 (Malaysia)

Primary Location: Malaysia, Penang

Additional Locations:

Posting Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Position of Trust N/A

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