Determine and clarify issues by consulting engineers on UPH and machine performance. Skilled in planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource management. Experience in R&D, Process Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain. Experience in new Peripheral Process Introduction. Led end-to-end technical and cross-functional projects. Excellent in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Experience in data analysis tools. Collected and analysed data to develop dashboard for daily output problem-solving. Developed an automated data analysis system with auto-triggered email notifications via python programming. Experience in automating report generation via AI development and Python. Created UPH database for front-end and end-of-line assembly processes. Standardized UPH calculation and cycle time across all processes. Trained IE engineers to meet assembly criteria and objectives. Developed data-driven capacity optimization models for production capacity planning and scheduling decisions for major processes. Defined OEE criteria and elements for assembly department. Managed assembly layout and led IE team in layout implementation. Analysed and validated layouts using Flex Sim flow and distance. Simulated lead frame consolidation for size standardization. Optimized lead frame layouts to maximize consolidation capacity. Defined specifications for new magazine racks for updated frame sizes. Led warehouse setup and system implementation for assembly and MRO via Power Apps and Power BI.

Simulated line performance and bottlenecks; enhanced throughput and layout accuracy. Led system transfer from CHQ China to Kulim for new plant setup. Validated headcount and layout for Kulim plant using process simulation. Established and developed the IE department from the ground up. Defined and implemented MMR methodology to optimize workforce vs. automation. Calculated MMR during ramp-up for semi-automated and automated processes. Standardized MMR as a benchmark for capacity and manpower efficiency. Validated headcount and layout based on process complexity and MMR targets.

Deep technical knowledge and hands-on experience in semiconductor BE assembly. Manufacturing layout, manpower, and machine capacity planning. Knowledge of semiconductor processes (pre-assembly, assembly, final test). Led 4 engineers and 15 technicians to optimize line and layout. Planned layout and coordinated space for expansion and ramp-up. Performed process studies and collaborated on flow, methods, tooling (RFQ). Analysed operations and recommended methods to improve efficiency; conducted work studies. Reduced cost and improved performance using lean tools and automation. Conducted time studies, identified best practices, and implemented improvements. Drove efficiency initiatives focused on cycle time reduction. Researched and applied new manufacturing methods using lean techniques. Led improvement projects: time studies, line balancing, streamlining, warehouse, layout. Acted as product specialist for critical assembly adjustments and alignments. Handled equipment and machine maintenance. Conducted R&D on product assembly issues for consumer products. Developed automation for manual processes. Created and managed BOM structure/scrub. Developed and updated WI based on ECNs or part changes. Used SAP for WI uploads, ECN approvals, and BOM comparisons. Experienced in high-volume line setup and cellular layouts. Set up supermarket/mini warehouse for high-volume production. Conducted material replenishment and flow analysis. Analysed tools and jigs need and managed RFQ process. Experience in improving efficiency and performance which reduces cost. Experienced in VSM for manual processes in cellular lines. Supported NPI with process definition, layout, and UPH modelling. Defined cycle time and tooling for NPI to mass production transition. Worked cross-functionally for NPI readiness and flow alignment. Led jig design, validation, and vendor coordination for custom tooling. Designed workstations and determined station quantity based on cycle time, UPH, takt time.

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