Capacity Planning Specialist

Zebra Zebra

Capacity Planning Specialist optimizing Zebra’s electronics manufacturing capacity across Malaysia and China. Modeling demand, leading factory ramps, and improving throughput through Lean Six Sigma.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timePenang • 🇲🇾 MalaysiaSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in capacity planning and production optimization, utilizing advanced data analysis and modeling techniques to drive process improvements and align operational strategies with business objectives. Proficient in Lean Six Sigma methodologies and capable of leading cross-functional initiatives to enhance factory performance and efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Capacity PlanningData AnalysisLean Six SigmaCross-Functional LeadershipBilingual Proficiency in English and Mandarin

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Hard Skills

Capacity ModelingCycle Time ModelingOverall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)Predictive ModelingExcelPower BIIndustrial Engineering MethodsTakt Time DesignTime StudiesScenario Modeling

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCritical ThinkingAttention to DetailInterpersonal SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

AI-Driven AnalyticsFactory Control Systems

Industry Keywords

Supply ChainOperationsManufacturingElectronics ManufacturingProduction Planning

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, own, and evolve detailed finite capacity models across multiple value streams, including SMT, assembly, and testing
Conduct advanced scenario modeling to assess and mitigate risks related to demand fluctuations, resource constraints, and new product introductions
Analyze capacity utilization, throughput, and efficiency data to identify trends and improvement opportunities
Liaise between Technical Operations, Global Planning, suppliers, and leadership to align capacity plans with strategic business objectives
Lead capacity planning for new product introductions and factory ramps, coordinating with engineering and manufacturing for operational readiness
Communicate capacity risks, trade-offs, and data-driven recommendations to stakeholders, including senior leadership
Drive process improvements in capacity planning methodologies, tools, and systems
Lead debottlenecking initiatives involving capital investments, shift model changes, and process optimizations
Apply Lean Six Sigma principles and industrial engineering methods to optimize factory performance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or a related field
Master’s degree preferred
8+ years in capacity planning, production planning, supply chain, or a related manufacturing operations role
Experience in an electronics manufacturing environment highly desired
Professional proficiency in both English and Mandarin
Expertise in data analysis, modeling, and visualization using tools like Excel and Power BI
In-depth understanding of cycle time modeling, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and factory control systems
Knowledge of industrial engineering methods, including Lean Six Sigma, takt time design, and time studies
Familiarity with AI-driven analytics, predictive modeling, or machine learning applications in a manufacturing or supply chain context
Proven track record of managing complex, cross-functional planning initiatives that deliver measurable business impact
Exceptional problem-solving and critical-thinking skills with strong attention to detail
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and align cross-functional teams
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to senior leadership

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work
Adaptable hours
Summer Flex Fridays
Focus Fridays
Annual companywide well-being day