Manufacturing Process Improvement Engineer

Pivotal Systems; Kedah; On-site; MYR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Pivotal Systems in Kulim Hi-Tech Park, Kedah, Malaysia invites an Industrial/Manufacturing Engineer to optimize processes, develop SOPs, conduct time studies, and support NPI. You will design layouts, manage BOMs, and drive continuous improvement with Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S while collaborating across Engineering, Production, Quality, Purchasing, and Supply Chain.

Roles require strong analytical skills, proficiency in Excel and ERP/MRP, and fluency in English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin is a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in IE/PE in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, VSM, and 5S.
• Experience in time study, work measurement, line balancing, production planning and capacity analysis.
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP/MRP; AutoCAD or simulation software is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin is advantageous for communications.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize manufacturing processes to improve productivity, efficiency, quality, and cost.
• Develop, implement, and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and process documentation.
• Conduct time studies, line balancing, capacity planning, and manpower planning.
• Design and improve production layouts, ergonomics, and material flow to reduce waste and improve safety.
• Develop and maintain BOMs, process routings, and production documentation.
• Support NPI by establishing efficient manufacturing processes and validating readiness.
• Identify bottlenecks and drive continuous improvement using Lean, Kaizen, 5S, and Six Sigma.
• Monitor KPIs and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Quality, Purchasing, and Supply Chain to resolve issues.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve quality and efficiency.
• Support cost reduction through process optimization and waste elimination.
• Participate in production trials, ECN/ECO, and process validation.
• Ensure compliance with ISO, quality standards, environmental regulations, and safety requirements.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Kaizen

5S

Time study

Line balancing

Capacity planning

Root cause analysis

Process documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Excel

ERP/MRP systems

AutoCAD

Manufacturing simulation software

Job description

Pivotal Systems in Kulim Hi-Tech Park, Kedah, Malaysia invites an Industrial/Manufacturing Engineer to optimize processes, develop SOPs, conduct time studies, and support NPI. You will design layouts, manage BOMs, and drive continuous improvement with Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S while collaborating across Engineering, Production, Quality, Purchasing, and Supply Chain.

Roles require strong analytical skills, proficiency in Excel and ERP/MRP, and fluency in English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin is a