Industrial Engineering Manager

About the role

We are seeking a hands-on Industrial Engineering Manager to lead our Industrial Engineering (IE) function at our Seremban production site. This critical leadership role is responsible for driving the planning, design, implementation, and management of integrated production and service delivery systems. You will be instrumental in ensuring our systems achieve peak performance, reliability, maintainability, schedule adherence, and cost control, ultimately contributing to our profitability and operational effectiveness.

At Nexperia, the IE Manager isn't just about processes; it's about pioneering continuous improvement. You'll be at the forefront of optimizing our entire value chain, adopting goals of profitability, effectiveness, adaptability, responsiveness, and quality throughout product and service lifecycles. If you're passionate about making a tangible impact on manufacturing efficiency and driving a culture of excellence, this is the role for you.

What You Will Do

• Strategic Leadership:

  • Establish and clearly communicate global, regional, and site Industrial Engineering strategies to inspire and guide the IE team.

  • Monitor key IE metrics, identify opportunities, and proactively drive site-wide improvements.

  • Develop and maintain the site's Industrial Engineering succession plan, nurturing future leaders.

• Operational Excellence & Standardization:

  • Ensure the consistent application of Nexperia's standardized processes across the site, aligning with global and regional directives.

  • Develop and maintain comprehensive site key process flow charts.

  • Support and maintain core Industrial Engineering essential duties and responsibilities as needed.

• Team Development: Coach, mentor, and actively train Industrial Engineers, fostering their growth and skill development.

• Continuous Improvement & Innovation: Champion and lead change management initiatives, implementing and managing continuous improvement and cost reduction programs.

What you will need

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or production engineering is required.

• Progressive experience in Industrial Engineering or a related field.

• Lean Silver Certificate or Six Sigma Black Belt certification is highly desirable.

• Strong understanding and proven application of a broad range of industrial engineering tools, including: Work Measurement, Simulation, Process Mapping, Facilities & Workstation Design, and Operations Research.

• Proficiency in process analysis, optimization, and problem-solving methodologies.

• Strong financial acumen and analytical ability, with experience in cost modeling and ROI analysis.

• Demonstrated ability to align site capabilities and strategies with overarching organizational goals. 

• Proven track record of successful change management accomplishments.

• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels.

• Ability to effectively coach, mentor, and develop a technical team.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Experience with Microsoft Visio and Microsoft Project is highly preferred.

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D&I Statement

As an equal-opportunity employer, Nexperia values diversity not just because it is the right thing to do but because diverse teams perform better. We are dedicated to being inclusive, and a proof point of this dedication is that we were the main partner of the very first Dutch Paralympic Team NL House during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all, and we consider all applicants fairly, as well as providing a safe work environment and reasonable adjustments where requested.

In addition, we offer our colleagues the possibility to join employee resource groups such as the Pride Network Group or global and local Women's groups. Nexperia is committed to increasing women in management positions to 30% by 2030.