Vulcanization Process Engineering Lead

VAT Group; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

VAT Group is seeking a Process Engineering Manager in Penang, Malaysia, to lead and optimize manufacturing processes in rubber moulding. You will drive continuous improvement, ensure product quality and cost targets, and support expansion projects.

The role emphasizes process development, QA, project management, and strong leadership to mentor a team of engineers across production, maintenance, and R&D.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in process engineering within a manufacturing environment for rubber moulding.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including lean principles.
• Experience with SPC, root cause analysis, FMEA and DOE.
• Experience with new production line setup from machine to mass production.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical and communication skills.
• Strong leadership, mentoring and team management; familiar with vulcanization.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes.
• Conduct process capability studies, RCA, and DOE to remove bottlenecks.
• Develop process flow diagrams, work instructions, and documentation.
• Optimize production to improve yield, reduce cycle times, and waste.
• Investigate new technologies and equipment to improve efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze process data to address quality issues and implement QC plans.
• Lead and manage process improvement projects including relocations.
• Plan budgets and timelines; monitor progress to meet targets.
• Mentor a team of process engineers and collaborate with production, QA, maintenance, and R&D.
• Foster continuous learning and build strong internal/external stakeholder relationships.
• Ensure safety and environmental compliance in all activities.

Skills

Process engineering

SPC

DOE

Root cause analysis

FMEA

Lean manufacturing

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Team management

Vulcanization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Job description

VAT Group is seeking a Process Engineering Manager in Penang, Malaysia, to lead and optimize manufacturing processes in rubber moulding. You will drive continuous improvement, ensure product quality and cost targets, and support expansion projects.

The role emphasizes process development, QA, project management, and strong leadership to mentor a team of engineers across production, maintenance, and R&D.