Manager / Assistant Manager - Industrial Engineering

Role & responsibilities

1. Process & Productivity Improvement

• Analyze and evaluate existing manufacturing processes and workflows to identify improvement opportunities.
  
• Develop, implement, and monitor productivity enhancement projects using Lean, Six Sigma and Kaizen principles.
  
• Establish and maintain time and motion studies, line balancing and work measurement systems.
  
• Optimize layout design, material flow and manpower utilization for maximum efficiency.
  

2. Capacity Planning & Resource Optimization

• Plan and monitor capacity utilization of machinery, manpower and floor space.
  
• Develop models for capacity forecasting, bottleneck analysis and production planning.
  
• Support the introduction of new products, ensuring process feasibility and efficient production setups.
  

3. Cost Reduction & Efficiency Initiatives

• Lead cost improvement projects through process optimization, waste reduction and automation.
  
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) and best practices to improve efficiency and reduce variability.
  

4. Data Analysis & Performance Measurement

• Define and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) related to efficiency, productivity and process quality.
  
• Conduct detailed analysis of operational performance data and report findings with actionable insights.
  
• Use digital tools and IE software (e.g., AutoCAD, MOST, MTM, Excel, Power BI) for data-driven decision-making.
  

5. Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach and mentor a team of Industrial Engineers and continuous improvement specialists.
  
• Build capability within the IE team through training on lean manufacturing, problem-solving and analytical tools.
  

6. Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work closely with production, quality, maintenance, supply chain and product development teams to ensure alignment of process improvement goals.
  
• Support new product introductions (NPI) by establishing optimal production setups and cost-effective processes.

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
  
• 8 - 12 years of experience in Industrial Engineering or Process Improvement, with at least 35 years in a managerial or supervisory role