Sr. Lean Engineer

A leading global organisation is seeking a Sr. Lean Engineer to join their Global Lean Promotion Office in Penang.

This is an exceptional opportunity for you to play a pivotal role in shaping efficient, safe, and environmentally responsible manufacturing processes. You will be empowered to drive meaningful change by implementing lean methodologies, optimising material flow, and supporting automation initiatives across multiple sites. The organisation values your commitment to continuous improvement and offers flexible working opportunities, generous training programmes, and the chance to collaborate with a knowledgeable team dedicated to operational excellence. If you are passionate about nurturing efficiency while upholding the highest standards of safety and quality, this position provides the platform for you to make a lasting impact.

• • Join a supportive team environment where your expertise in lean engineering will directly influence process optimisation and cost-saving activities across multiple plants.
• • Benefit from flexible working opportunities and ongoing training designed to enhance your professional growth within a global network.
• • Work closely with cross-functional teams and suppliers, ensuring compliance with QMS, EMS, and OHS requirements while driving automation and space optimisation projects.

What you'll do:

As a Sr. Lean Engineer, you will be entrusted with advancing operational excellence by integrating lean manufacturing techniques throughout the production environment. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve collaborating with various departments to implement process improvements that balance efficiency with safety and sustainability. You will analyse workflows, design optimal material flows for incoming goods through to finished products, lead automation projects, and champion cost-saving measures. Your ability to conduct detailed feasibility studies will inform decisions on manpower allocation, workflow balancing, and capacity utilisation. By engaging with suppliers alongside buyers during procurement activities, you will ensure that all resources align with lean objectives. Additionally, your role includes contributing to budget planning cycles while upholding rigorous compliance with QMS, EMS, and OHS standards. Supporting other sites when required further broadens your impact within the organisation’s global network.

• Implement lean manufacturing principles such as 5S, Kanban, Heijunka, Just-In-Time (JIT), Jidoka, Single-Minute Exchange of Dies (SMED), and Pull Systems to streamline operations and enhance productivity.
• Lead cost-saving initiatives by identifying inefficiencies and executing targeted improvement activities that deliver measurable results.
• Drive automation projects from conception through implementation, ensuring seamless integration into existing workflows while maintaining worker safety and environmental standards.
• Design and continuously improve the material flow of incoming goods, work-in-progress inventory, and finished products to maximise throughput and minimise waste.
• Optimise facility space by conducting thorough reviews of current layouts and initiating space-saving activities that support operational goals.
• Conduct feasibility studies on line performance, manpower utilisation, workflow balancing, and capacity utilisation to identify areas for enhancement.
• Collaborate with suppliers and buyers during procurement processes to ensure timely acquisition of materials and equipment necessary for lean initiatives.
• Participate in quarterly and annual budget planning as well as capital expenditure forecasting to align resources with strategic objectives.
• Ensure strict adherence to Quality Management System (QMS), Environmental Management System (EMS), and Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) requirements at all times.
• Provide support to other plants within the organisation as needed, sharing best practices and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

What you bring:

Your proven background as a Sr. Lean Engineer equips you with the technical acumen and interpersonal sensitivity needed to thrive in this collaborative environment. You bring hands-on experience applying lean methodologies within manufacturing settings—balancing time management, workforce allocation, technology integration, safety considerations, environmental stewardship, and cost control. Your familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as QMS, EMS, and OHS ensures that every initiative aligns with organisational standards. With advanced analytical skills complemented by your ability to nurture relationships across teams—including technicians under your guidance—you foster an atmosphere of shared responsibility for continuous improvement. Your educational credentials underpin your practical knowledge while your proficiency in digital tools supports clear communication of progress towards operational goals.

• Demonstrated experience in lean engineering within an industrial or manufacturing setting is essential for success in this role.
• Comprehensive understanding of industry-related standards ensures you can uphold best practices across all projects.
• Familiarity with Quality Management System (QMS), Environmental Management System (EMS), and Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) regulations is required for maintaining compliance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications enables effective documentation, analysis, and communication of project outcomes.
• Analytical thinking skills paired with strong interpersonal abilities allow you to connect with colleagues at all levels while solving complex problems collaboratively.
• Hands-on approach in an operating plant environment ensures practical solutions are implemented efficiently.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline provides the technical foundation necessary for this position.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to operational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives grounded in lean principles. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities that promote work-life balance alongside access to comprehensive training programmes designed to support both personal development and career progression. The company fosters a supportive leadership culture where collaboration is encouraged across all levels—empowering individuals like you to share ideas freely while contributing meaningfully to collective achievements. With a focus on inclusivity and respect for diverse perspectives within its global network of plants, the organisation provides an enriching environment where your contributions are valued as part of a wider mission towards sustainable growth.

What's next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your career journey as a Sr. Lean Engineer within a globally respected organisation committed to nurturing talent—this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided or email me at TengHong.Khoo@robertwalters.com.my to discuss this new opportunity!

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

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