As a Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineer. you will play a vital role in driving Intel's manufacturing excellence and contributing to the success of production facilities. You will lead a team of Operators and technicians, overseeing essential operational processes, efficiency, and Wip movements for lean manufacturing process. This role requires a proactive and solutions-oriented leader who excels in managing complex challenges, fostering team collaboration, and driving continuous improvement. By ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency, your work will directly impact Intel's ability to meet production targets and maintain our reputation for innovation and leadership in the semiconductor industry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and lead a team responsible for factory operations, equipment configurations, and NPI follow up.
- Ensure the safety, quality, and efficiency of manufacturing operations while meeting production schedules.
- Oversee the flow of work through the factory, streamlining processes across teams and divisions.
- Act as the first responder to operational, safety, and security issues within assigned toolsets or areas.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve issues affecting factory operations and tool health.
- Establish and implement tactical plans to meet quality and cost objectives.
- Ensure effective employee staffing, including workstation assignments, shift rotations, and leave requests.
- Own shift schedules, employee training plans, and performance monitoring to maintain production readiness.
- Develop long-term strategies to align manufacturing operations capabilities with future requirements.
- Inspire and empower teams through clear goal setting, maintaining accountability, and fostering engagement.
- Drive results by role modeling Intel values, developing talent, and creating a productive work environment.
Minimum Qualification
- Bachelor's degree, technical and engineering major, Industrial Systems Engineering or Industrial Engineering or Industrial Management are preferred with 2 years of working experience.
- Fresh graduate is welcome to apply.
- Having working experience in a semiconductor manufacturing environment is a plus.
- Be strong in both verbal and written communication skills in English and stakeholder management skills.
- Good in influencing and being passionate in working with people and resolving issues through constructive confrontation.
- Knowledgeable in structural problem-solving methods, data driven mindset.
- This is a Contract Role.
Job Type:College GradShift:Shift 1 (Malaysia)Primary Location: Malaysia, PenangAdditional Locations:Posting Statement:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.Position of TrustN/A
Work Model for this Role
This role will require an on-site presence. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.*
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering major (Industrial Systems, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Management)
- Strong verbal and written English communication and stakeholder management skills
- Knowledge of structural problem-solving methods and a data-driven mindset
- Experience or knowledge of lean manufacturing, WIP flow management, and NPI (new product introduction)
- Ability to lead and manage operators and technicians, including staffing, training, and shift scheduling
- Working experience in a semiconductor manufacturing environment
- Willingness to work on-site in Penang, Malaysia and on the posted Shift 1 schedule
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