Plating Manufacturing Engineer: Process & Improvement Lead

Molex; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Molex Malaysia is seeking a Plating Manufacturing Engineering Engineer to strengthen plating capabilities for Consumer and Commercial Solutions. You will support manufacturing plans, drive improvement initiatives, and transfer projects while aligning with customer requirements to share best practices across plants.

Based in Malaysia, you will work with Manufacturing Managers, Production Engineers, and external vendors to lead new product development, design reviews for plating machines, and

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Applied Sciences, Engineering, or a related discipline with relevant industry experience.
• 2–3 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet established timelines.
• Basic computer proficiency, including word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate in individual and group settings.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to provide guidance and share technical knowledge with engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead plating new product development, modified product development, and transfer product development by developing and implementing production and processing methods and controls to meet cost, quality, and production goals for new, transferred, and existing products.
• Work closely with Japan and Korea Design Engineering, Tool Engineering, and Quality teams to drive design and process improvements that enhance product quality and throughput.
• Partner with Sourcing and Purchasing teams on external plating vendor selection and capability assessments.
• Plan, track, and provide timely updates on plating project status and activities while liaising with internal project teams.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma/Degree in Applied Sciences or Engineering

Tools

NX CAD

Job description

Molex Malaysia is seeking a Plating Manufacturing Engineering Engineer to strengthen plating capabilities for Consumer and Commercial Solutions. You will support manufacturing plans, drive improvement initiatives, and transfer projects while aligning with customer requirements to share best practices across plants.

Based in Malaysia, you will work with Manufacturing Managers, Production Engineers, and external vendors to lead new product development, design reviews for plating machines, and