IE Manager

Job Description

• Lead the Industrial Engineering function and oversee implementation of LEAN manufacturing practices (VSM, Continuous flow - layouts, 5S, Cycle time & takt time studies, Ergonomics, Waste elimination, TPM program).
• Optimize the cycle time improvement to meet SAP Routing/Process time requirements.
• Evaluate, design, and improve production systems and processes; identify value-added and non-value-added activities and ensure continuous optimization.
• Plan and direct Kaizen activities and continuous improvement projects to achieve productivity, quality, and cost targets.
• Develop, approve, and ensure adherence to standard work instructions and production layouts.
• Oversee design and improvement of workstations and layouts to ensure ergonomic efficiency and minimize non-value-added motions.
• Manage project teams focused on optimizing PCBA and mechanical assembly processes to improve throughput, yield, and process stability.
• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives to improve productivity, reduce costs, and enhance product quality.
• Define and implement cost-reduction strategies and process improvement plans aligned with company objectives.
• Monitor and report IE KPIs (productivity rate, yield, capacity utilization, efficiency improvement, OLE – Overall Labor Efficiency).
• Lead capacity planning, manpower analysis, and line balancing activities to ensure optimal resource allocation.
• Establish data collection systems, ensure data integrity, and use analytical tools to support decision-making.
• Coach and develop IE engineers and technicians to strengthen the technical capability of the team.
• Collaborate closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Planning to ensure smooth execution of improvement initiatives and new product introductions (NPI).
• Manages Department budgets, schedules, and team development.
• Financial/analytical ability and change management

Qualifications

• Bachelor/master's degree in industrial engineering
• Minimum 8 years
  of experience in Industrial Engineering with
  at least 5-10 years of experience in IE manager position
  in an electronics manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical competencies in:
  Lean Manufacturing, VSM, Continuous flow, 5S, Cycle time & takt time studies, Ergonomics, SMED, Pull system, TPM, PCB Assembly, Box Build, and Mechanical Assembly.
• Proven experience leading cost reduction and process improvement projects.
• Excellent analytical skills; proficiency in workflow/time study and process balancing.
• MOST or MTM certification
  required.
• Proficient in
  AutoCAD
  and relevant industrial engineering software.
• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Fluent in English (written and verbal).