Manufacturing Project Lead

About the role

We're looking for an experienced Manufacturing Project Lead to join our operations team in Batu Kawan, Malaysia. In this role you will drive strategic manufacturing initiatives and special projects that support business growth, operational excellence, and transformation across the PgP5 semiconductor test site.

Key responsibilities

• Lead strategic manufacturing projects assigned by the Plant Manager, ensuring clear business impact.
• Support the ramp‑up of the Consumer Business by coordinating capacity, readiness, and execution across functions.
• Drive stabilization and performance improvement of Automotive IC final‑test operations.
• Coordinate the introduction and industrialisation of new foundry and semiconductor business opportunities.
• Act as the primary interface between Manufacturing (MST) and Manufacturing IT (MFI) for digitalisation, automation, and system‑integration initiatives.
• Monitor project milestones, risks, KPIs and escalations, providing timely management reporting.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in manufacturing operations, with 3 years of proven project‑leadership experience managing cross‑functional teams.
• Strong semiconductor manufacturing knowledge and project‑management expertise.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package including insurance, transport allowance, meal subsidy and performance bonuses.
• Flexi‑work hours and a supportive, intercultural team environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth in a fast‑growing semiconductor setting.