Operations Analyst 3

LAM RESEARCH Corporation; Simpang Ampat; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research Corporation is seeking an Operations Analyst in Penang, Malaysia to enhance the Global Operations team's effectiveness. You will develop and automate reports and dashboards in Excel and Power BI, analyze data, and drive data-driven decisions across manufacturing and supply chain processes.

The role requires 5+ years of relevant experience or equivalent, with strong visualization skills and a proven track record in process improvement and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a master’s degree; or a PhD with 2 years’ experience; or equivalent experience.
• Experience in developing data visualizations (reports & dashboards) using tools like Power BI, SAP Business Objects or similar tools.
• Demonstrated proficiency in leading process improvement methodologies and best practices.
• Skilled with improving operational efficiency on a global scale.
• Advanced knowledge of planning and order execution in semi-conductor manufacturing
• Analytical and problem-solving skills (creative idea generation / brainstorming / innovation).
• Subject matter expertise in a functional domain (Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Production Planning, Order Execution).
• Demonstrated competency in customer focus (internal and external), critical thinking and creative problem solving, teamwork and collaboration, planning and organizing, analytical thinking, empathy, integrity, continuous learning, and effective communication skills

Responsibilities

• Develop, automate, and maintain comprehensive reports and dashboards in both Excel & Power BI.
• Analyze datasets to provide insights and create visualizations that tell a compelling data story.
• Ensure compliance with analytical standards and data governance policies to maintain data integrity and accuracy.
• Challenge stakeholders to prioritize long-term, data-driven decisions over quick fixes.
• Identify and communicate process gaps, providing data-driven recommendations to leadership.
• Facilitate change management for data and process changes, ensuring smooth implementation and seamless rollout.
• Measure and publish operational performance against established metrics and targets.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Planning & organizing

Empathy

Continuous learning

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree + 5 years

Master's degree + 3 years

PhD + 2 years

Tools

Power BI

SAP Business Objects

Job description

The group you’ll be a part of

The Global Planning & 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

As an Operations Analyst at Lam Research, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the operational effectiveness and efficiency of the Global Operations team. By employing analytical methodologies, you will guide decision-makers towards achieving operational excellence. Your contributions will be critical in driving improvements and optimizing processes within the organization.

What you’ll do

• Develop, automate, and maintain comprehensive reports and dashboards in both Excel & Power BI.
• Analyze datasets to provide insights and create visualizations that tell a compelling data story.
• Ensure compliance with analytical standards and data governance policies to maintain data integrity and accuracy.
• Challenge stakeholders to prioritize long-term, data-driven decisions over quick fixes.
• Identify and communicate process gaps, providing data-driven recommendations to leadership.
• Facilitate change management for data and process changes, ensuring smooth implementation and seamless rollout.
• Measure and publish operational performance against established metrics and targets.

Who we’re looking for

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a master’s degree; or a PhD with 2 years’ experience; or equivalent experience.
• Must have experience in developing data visualizations (reports & dashboards) using tools like Power BI, SAP Business Objects or similar tools.
• Demonstrated proficiency in leading process improvement methodologies and best practices.
• Skilled with improving operational efficiency on a global scale.
• Advanced knowledge of planning and order execution in semi-conductor manufacturing
• Analytical and problem-solving skills (creative idea generation / brainstorming / innovation).
• Subject matter expertise in a functional domain (Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Production Planning, Order Execution).
• Demonstrated competency in customer focus (internal and external), critical thinking and creative problem solving, teamwork and collaboration, planning and organizing, analytical thinking, empathy, integrity, continuous learning, and effective communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to develop innovative, out-of-the-box solutions to complex business problems.
• Basic understanding of business operations and processes.

Preferred qualifications

• Preference to have Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
• PMP
• MBA or Equivalent Degree
• Semiconductor industry experience

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

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.