Project Industrial Engineer

Wiwynn; Kulai; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Wiwynn is seeking a data-driven Industrial Engineering/Manufacturing Analytics professional in Malaysia to support factory manpower planning and cost control through data analysis, productivity improvements, and cost management. You will work closely with production teams to optimize manpower utilization and efficiency.

The role emphasizes applying IE techniques such as line balancing, ECRS, and work study to improve operational performance, alongside preparing management reports and driving

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Finance, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Analytics, or related fields.
• Fresh graduates encouraged; preferably IE/Finance related.
• 2–3 years IE/manufacturing analysis experience if non-fresh graduate.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support factory manpower planning and cost control through data analysis and productivity improvement.
• Collaborate with production teams to optimize manpower utilization and efficiency.
• Establish standard manpower requirements for manufacturing operations.
• Analyze and control manufacturing labor costs to meet targets.
• Forecast manpower and labor costs from production orders and demand.
• Apply IE methods like line balancing, ECRS, and work study to boost performance.
• Prepare reports and recommendations for management reviews.
• Work with cross-functional teams on continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Industrial analytics

Data analysis

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering / related fields

Tools

Line Balancing

ECRS

Time Study

Work Measurement

Job description

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Support factory manpower planning and cost control initiatives through data analysis, productivity improvement, and manufacturing cost management. Work closely with production teams to optimize manpower utilization and improve operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor factory manpower planning and utilization.
• Establish and maintain standard manpower requirements for manufacturing operations.
• Analyze and control manufacturing labor costs to support operational targets.
• Forecast future manpower and labor costs based on production orders and demand projections.
• Conduct productivity and efficiency analyses to identify improvement opportunities.
• Apply Industrial Engineering (IE) methodologies such as line balancing, ECRS, and work study to improve operational performance.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations for management review.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Finance, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Analytics, or related fields.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply, preferably from Industrial Engineering or Finance-related disciplines.
• Candidates from other disciplines should possess 2–3 years of relevant Industrial Engineering or manufacturing analysis experience.
• Knowledge of Industrial Engineering tools and techniques, including Line Balancing, ECRS, Time Study, and Work Measurement.
• Experience in productivity improvement or cost reduction projects is an added advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Self-motivated, eager to learn, and able to work effectively in a team environment.