Senior Executive, Continuous Improvement

Base Maintenance Malaysia; Selangor; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace maintenance company in Selangor is seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader to drive Lean practices and optimize business processes. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field, along with a minimum of 5 years of experience in continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and experience in the aerospace MRO industry is a plus. This position offers the opportunity to lead transformative initiatives within the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in continuous improvement or related roles.
• Experience in aerospace MRO is an advantage.
• Lean Six Sigma certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive implementation of Lean practices to maximize value.
• Identify improvement areas and lead efficiency projects.
• Provide training on Lean tools and techniques.

Skills

Lean methodology

Process optimization

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or Business

Tools

Visio

Excel

Power BI

ERP systems

Job description

Job Purpose:

To lead and support continuous improvement initiatives across the organization by applying Lean methodology, industrial engineering principles, and business process optimization

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drive the implementation of Lean practices to reduce waste, streamline operations, and maximize value delivery across functions.
• Identify areas for improvement and lead projects to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Apply industrial engineering principles to design, implement, and optimize process infrastructure, including flow optimization and facility/process relayout.
• Analyze and improve business processes across departments to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve turnaround time.
• Provide training and hands‑on guidance to cross‑functional teams on Lean tools and techniques such as Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work, etc.
• Manage and execute continuous improvement projects, including planning, stakeholder coordination, resource allocation, and tracking of deliverables to ensure timely and successful implementation.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field (Lean Six Sigma certification preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in continuous improvement, industrial engineering, or operational excellence roles.
• Proven track record in successfully implementing continuous improvement initiatives and driving process/productivity improvements.
• Experience in aerospace MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) industry will be an added advantage.
• Hands‑on experience with process mapping tools (e.g., Visio), Excel, Power BI, and ERP systems.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with cross‑functional teams at all levels.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• A strong commitment to continuous learning and adaptability.