Job Description

Purpose of the Position

As an Industrial Engineer, you will lead factory layout design, optimization, and Shop Floor Control (SFC) system implementation to improve production efficiency and operational performance. This role focuses on optimizing workflows, reducing waste through lean methodologies, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Design and optimize plant and production line layouts using AutoCAD and simulation tools (e.g., FlexSim) to improve workflow, space utilization, and throughput;

2. Reduce material handling and logistics costs through lean planning and process optimization;

3. Lead Kaizen and ECRS initiatives to eliminate waste, standardize work, and enhance operational efficiency;

4. Analyze and improve line balancing to maximize labor productivity and output performance;

5. Develop and maintain Shop Floor Control (SFC) systems, including error-proofing logic and rework routing setup;

6. Support and optimize MES/SFC-related system integration to improve shop floor visibility and traceability;

7. Design and prepare production labels in accordance with F1 requirements and conduct label sample First Article Inspections (FAI);

8. Collaborate cross-functionally with production, maintenance, IT, and other support teams to drive continuous improvement and resolve operational issues;

9. Provide daily on-site manufacturing support to ensure stable, efficient, and compliant operations.

Education and Work Experience

Education: Bachelor’s degree or above
Major: Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, or related field
Work Experience:

• 2–3+ years of manufacturing or Industrial Engineering experience

• Experience in layout design, process improvement, and production system optimization

• SMT manufacturing experience is a plus

• Hands-on exposure to Shop Floor Control or production execution systems preferred

Working Conditions

The work environment includes office areas and extensive factory floor activities in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing facility. Daily on-site presence is required to monitor operations, troubleshoot issues, and support production.

This position may require assignment to the 2nd shift and occasional weekend work to support production schedules, deadlines, or project implementations.

Skills

Core Competencies:
Collaborates | Drives results | Problem solving | Ensures accountability | Continuous improvement mindset

Functional Competencies:
Plant layout design | Lean Manufacturing | Kaizen/ECRS | Line balancing | Shop Floor Control (SFC) | MES systems | Production system optimization | Cross-functional coordination

Technical Skills:
Proficiency in AutoCAD and simulation tools (e.g., FlexSim); knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, MOST, and Six Sigma methodologies; working knowledge of MES, SFC, SAP, or SSP systems

Language Skills:
Fluent in English required; Chinese/Mandarin proficiency is a plus