Senior Production Engineer

Emerson; Nilai; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in automation technology is seeking a Manufacturing Leader in Nilai, Malaysia, to drive continuous improvement and lead teams in enhancing production efficiency. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing, with a strong background in Lean principles and a commitment to fostering a safety-first culture. This role offers opportunities for career development and a supportive workplace.

Benefits

Competitive benefits plans

Flexible time off

Employee development programs

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in mass production or high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments.
• Ability to inspire and guide production teams.
• Passion for improving processes and supporting people's growth.

Responsibilities

• Apply Lean principles to reduce waste and enhance production efficiency.
• Maintain smooth and reliable work-in-progress levels.
• Align production output to meet delivery goals.

Skills

Planning and organizational abilities

Coaching and mentoring expertise

Analytical problem-solving mindset

Excellent interpersonal skills

Knowledge of Lean principles

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Lead Continuous Improvement: Apply Lean principles to reduce waste, shorten lead times, and enhance production efficiency and quality.

Optimize Inventory: Maintain work-in-progress (WIP) levels that keep production flowing smoothly and reliably.

Deliver With Excellence: Align production output to the Master Production Schedule (MPS) to consistently meet or exceed delivery goals.

Resolve Challenges Quickly: Partner with teams to resolve late orders and keep production on track.

Champion Safety: Foster a safety-first culture that creates a healthy, secure workplace for everyone.

Sustain 5S Excellence: Maintain clean, organized, and efficient assembly areas by promoting strong 5S practices.

Develop and Empower Teams: Mentor assembly leaders and build multi-skilled, adaptable teams ready to grow and succeed.

Promote a Quality Culture: Embed a mindset where every process and product meets the highest standards.

Support Skill Growth: Encourage learning through training, certifications, and skills development programs.

Drive Innovation: Identify opportunities to reduce costs while improving processes and outcomes.

Engage and Motivate: Build a culture of collaboration, accountability, and open communication.

Collaborate Across Functions: Work closely with other departments to achieve shared success.

Achieve Operational Excellence: Develop policies and processes that support sustainable, long-term improvement.

Lead With Integrity: Model respect, inclusion, and transparency to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and included.

Who You Are:

You are an empowering and inclusive leader who builds high-performing teams and fosters safe, efficient, and collaborative manufacturing environments. You are passionate about improving processes, supporting people’s growth, and delivering high-quality results that create meaningful impact.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Education: A bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, or industrial disciplines.
• Experience: 3–5 years in mass production or high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments.
• Leadership: Ability to inspire, guide, and support production teams in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
  
  

Core Skills:

• Strong planning and organizational abilities to manage complex tasks with confidence and clarity.
• Coaching and mentoring expertise to empower, motivate, and grow teams while fostering accountability and success.
• Analytical and creative problem-solving mindset to deliver innovative, practical solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for inclusive and effective collaboration across teams and levels.
• Knowledge of Lean principles with a passion for driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

Experience with manufacturing equipment and production tools to achieve outstanding results.

Proficiency in digital applications, including Microsoft Office and related technologies.

Deep knowledge of safety best practices with the ability to foster and champion a safety-first culture.

Expertise in troubleshooting and applying quality improvement tools to create reliable, effective solutions.

Proven collaboration and change management skills that inspire positive, lasting outcomes.

Demonstrated success implementing Lean processes and driving continuous operational excellence.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that phenomenal ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

About Us

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

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About Emerson

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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