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Business Excellence Assistant Manager

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Flex

Business Excellence Assistant Manager

Nibong Tebal, Malaysia

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.

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To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add a Business Excellence Assistant Manager located in Bayan Lepas, Penang .

In this role, you will provide direct contribution to teams according to established policies and goals. Demonstrates skills in guiding and/or facilitating.

What a typical day looks like:
  • Work as a change agent and drive lean and six sigma activities as defined in the GBE A3.
  • Applying and deploying Flex Lean Enterprise Values across the entire organization.
  • In charge of eliminating waste and creating value by reducing variation in the processes to achieve sustainable results throughout the organization and segment.
  • Utilize Continuous Improvement (Kaizen) techniques, initiate process improvements, cycle time reductions, cost reductions and other activities aimed at reducing/eliminating non-value-added activities in the process.
  • Drive and Yokoten the identified best practices based on the accord timelines.
  • Create and validate processes/standards based on standard work and BPs.
  • Conduct Industrial Engineering, lean and six sigma training and accelerate the proliferation of Lean Continuous Improvement culture throughout the organization by co-guiding and co-facilitating Lean Deployment.
  • Perform assessment of CIMT Operation/Supply chain/Office and drive initiatives to close gaps.
  • Diligently participate in the selection and executions of lean and six sigma projects.
  • For assigned special project/segment/customer priorities to formulate and propose strategy of Lean.
  • Transformation. Coach and facilitate Lean Transformation activities through Kaizen workshops and Small Group Activities.
  • Incentive a participation and training of Flex Employees, Suppliers and Customers.
  • Lead the Moonshine Team
  • Drive for Kaizen Improvement (EKW/IKW/SGA) for the entire site.
  • Drive for yokoten best practices from other Flex sites.
  • Oversee the Moonshine Team and activities and drive to level up their skillsets.
  • Drive the sites to improve 5'S and Safety needs.
The experience we're looking to add to our team:
  • Typically requires 5 years of related experience.
  • Engineering Degree - Industrial Engineering preferred.
  • Must be able to guide direct projects based on business initiatives and customer needs.
  • Management skills and technical experience on Finance, HR, Materials and Operations activities.
  • Demonstrates detailed expertise situations and multiple area.
  • Comprehends the strategic impact of the function across sites.
  • Knowledge in Mechanical environment and manufacturing processes (Sheet metal, Soft tool, Hard tool and etc), will be an added advantage.
  • Knowledge in microsoft excel and powerpoint presentation.
What you'll receive for the great work you provide:
  • Medical benefits, dental, vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Performance Bonus
SR89

Job Category
Operational Excellence

Required Skills:

Optional Skills:

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).

Client-provided location(s): Penang, Malaysia
Job ID: Flex-WD186417
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • FSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
    • Company Outings
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led