Technical Engineer

Guppy Plastic Industries (Penang) Sdn Bhd; Malacca City; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Guppy Plastic Industries (Penang) Sdn Bhd - Melaka Branch is seeking a Technical Engineer to support daily production activities at the Melaka site. You will monitor equipment performance, troubleshoot issues, and work with maintenance to minimize downtime.

You will assist in process improvements, implement engineering changes, and help ensure products meet specifications and regulatory standards. The role also involves documenting technical work and contributing to continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in mechanical, electrical, or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience with troubleshooting industrial machinery and coordinating repairs or preventive maintenance.
• Knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma or similar process-improvement approaches.

Responsibilities

• Support daily production activities and monitor equipment performance.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and coordinate with maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Assist in process optimization and implement engineering changes.
• Prepare technical documentation and contribute to root-cause analysis for defects.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and management to improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Support safety practices and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Machinery troubleshooting

Process improvement

Quality documentation

Teamwork & communication

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

CAD

Job description

Company Description Guppy Plastic Industries (Penang) Sdn Bhd - Melaka Branch operates within the plastics industry, supporting customers with production, engineering, and related technical services. Team members work in a dynamic industrial environment that emphasizes quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement. Applicants can expect to join a growing organization with opportunities to contribute to manufacturing operations and technical innovation.

Role Description The Technical Engineer is a full-time, on-site role based in Melaka. This role is responsible for supporting daily production activities, including monitoring equipment performance, troubleshooting technical issues, and coordinating with maintenance to minimize downtime. The Technical Engineer will assist in process optimization, implement engineering changes, and support quality control to ensure products meet specifications and regulatory standards. The role involves preparing technical documentation, contributing to root-cause analysis for defects, and collaborating with production, quality, and management teams to improve manufacturing efficiency. The Technical Engineer is also expected to participate in continuous improvement initiatives, support safety practices, and provide technical guidance to operational staff.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in mechanical, electrical, or manufacturing engineering, with the ability to understand production processes and equipment behavior.
• Experience with troubleshooting industrial machinery, performing basic diagnostics, and coordinating repairs or preventive maintenance activities.
• Knowledge of process improvement methodologies, such as Lean, Six Sigma, or similar approaches, and the ability to apply them in a manufacturing setting.
• Familiarity with quality standards and practices, including documentation of specifications, inspection results, and corrective actions.
• Proficiency in technical documentation, report writing, and use of basic engineering software or tools (e.g., CAD, data analysis, or equipment monitoring systems).
• Good communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with production operators, technicians, and management.
• Diploma or degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or related field) or equivalent practical experience in a technical role.
• Ability to work on-site in Melaka, adapt to a shift-based or manufacturing environment, and follow safety and regulatory requirements.