Sr Industrial Engineering Manager (Penang)

Penang Permanent MYR192,000 - MYR240,000 per year View Job Description
Seeking a Senior Industrial Engineering Manager to lead capacity planning, labour modelling, factory optimisation, and continuous improvement initiatives within a high-growth advanced manufacturing environment.
  • Shape the growth of a cutting-edge battery manufacturer
  • High-impact leadership role with strategic visibility

About Our Client

Our client is a rapidly growing advanced technology manufacturer focused on next-generation energy storage solutions. With a strong emphasis on innovation, operational excellence, and manufacturing scale-up, the organisation is investing heavily in its Malaysian operations to support future growth and global demand.

Job Description

  • Lead and develop the Industrial Engineering team, setting priorities and driving performance.
  • Own factory capacity planning, resource modelling, and demand scenario analysis.
  • Translate production forecasts into workforce, equipment, space, and capital requirements.
  • Drive factory capital planning, business case development, budget control, and return-on-investment monitoring.
  • Establish labour standards, time studies, throughput targets, and capacity models.
  • Optimise factory layouts, material flow, workstation design, and ergonomics.
  • Improve productivity through line balancing, bottleneck reduction, cycle-time optimisation, and equipment utilisation.
  • Develop labour strategies, workforce ramp plans, and shift models aligned with production needs.
  • Lead factory expansion, re-layout, and equipment relocation projects with minimal operational disruption.
  • Support new product introductions and manufacturing readiness activities.
  • Develop Industrial Engineering dashboards and KPI reporting frameworks.
  • Collaborate closely with Production, Quality, Process Engineering, Supply Chain, Facilities, Finance, and HR teams to achieve operational objectives.



The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 10 years of Industrial Engineering experience within high-volume manufacturing environments.
  • Demonstrated leadership and people management experience.
  • Strong expertise in:
    • Capacity planning
    • Factory modelling
    • Resource and labour planning
    • Capital planning
    • Factory layouts
    • Time studies and labour standards
    • Line balancing and productivity improvement
  • Solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
  • Lean Six Sigma certification would be highly advantageous.
  • Experience within battery manufacturing, semiconductor, electronics, or other advanced manufacturing industries is preferred.
  • Strong analytical capabilities with advanced Excel and data visualisation skills.
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD, MES, and ERP systems would be beneficial.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills.
  • Ability to operate effectively within a fast-paced manufacturing ramp-up environment.



What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to lead Industrial Engineering for a highly advanced manufacturing facility.
  • Strategic leadership position with significant influence on factory growth and operational performance.
  • Exposure to cutting-edge battery technology and large-scale commercialisation activities.
  • High visibility with senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Opportunity to build and develop a high-performing Industrial Engineering team.
  • Dynamic and fast-growing environment with strong potential for career advancement.
  • Competitive remuneration package and benefits.



Contact
Isabelle De Costa
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7111930
Phone number
+603 2302 4075

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
Six Sigma, Lean, Process improvement
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Penang
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Isabelle De Costa
Consultant contact
+603 2302 4075
Job Reference
JN-092026-7111930

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.