Brooks is a leading provider of automation solutions with over 40 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, offering precision robotics, integrated automation systems, and contamination control solutions that empower chip manufacturers worldwide. Our product portfolio includes a range of automation solutions, including robots, vacuum systems, and atmospheric robots for semiconductor manufacturing (www.brooks.com).

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Continuous Improvement Analyst

Job Description

About the Role:

As the pioneer Continuous Improvement Analyst at Brooks Automation Malaysia, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing operational and organizational efficiency and effectiveness within our brand-new factory in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. Your key responsibilities will encompass driving efficiency, enhancing processes, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Reporting to the Continuous Improvement Manager, you will work closely across multiple departments in leading projects which optimize cost, quality, and schedule requirements within the Brooks Manufacturing sites.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operations: Utilizing improvement methodologies, tools and techniques such as Lean, Six Sigma, or other improvement frameworks to identify, scope and implement continuous improvement projects include project selection, scope and overall assignment, launch, prioritization tracking and deliverable align with KPI targets and site business.
• Manufacturing Process Automation: Primarily focus on using Phyton programming and any other similar programing language to develop and implement process automation, data science management and machine learning enhancing operational efficiency.
• Data Analysis: Conduct surveys and analyze best practices of improvement methodologies, tools and techniques such as Lean, Six Sigma, or other improvement frameworks to assess current processes, develop improvement strategies and measure the impact of improvement initiatives.
• Foster Continuous Improvement Culture: Work with leaders and cross functional team to coach continuous improvement methodologies, tools and techniques ensure they are trained, equipped and utilized best practice in driving operational efficiencies.
• Documentation and communication: Develop and maintain accurate document update with latest improvement as well as communicate effectively to the involved stakeholder.
• Key Performance Indicator: Successful outcomes should include quantifiable results in reduction of production cycle times, decreased waste (7 methods of waste in Lean), increased visibility into KPIs and an improvement in 4 key categories Safety, Quality, Output and Cost while qualitative result in achieving issue identified for longer term improvement, coaching & training and effectiveness apply best practice of continuous improvement methodologies, tools and techniques.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration or a related field with 5 ~ 7 years of related work experience in a similar role, ideally within the Semiconductor capital equipment or related high-tech, manufacturing industry.
• Proficient in Python programming, with essential coding skills to develop and implement process automation, data science management, and machine learning solutions, enhancing operational efficiency.
• In-depth knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma or other improvement frameworks.
• Capable in collecting data and simulating processes, materials, and manufacturing workflows, providing valuable input to cross functional team and management.
• Proven track record of successful continuous improvement execution.
• Well-versed in Project Management, data analytical tools, coaching and training.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify, prioritize and drive root cause corrective action and make informed decisions.
• Ability to confer effectively with management and cross functional teams to implement proposed improvement plans.
• High energy with the desire to drive change and create a world class manufacturing operation.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.

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Brooks is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and proudly serves as an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Diversity enhances our innovative capabilities and strengthens our ability to serve our customers and communities effectively. At Brooks Automation, we celebrate the unique experiences and perspectives each individual brings, believing they are essential to our collective success. Join us in building a workplace where every team member is valued and can thrive.

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