Batam-Based Manufacturing Operations Director

PCI Private Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 84,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

PCI Private Limited, a Celestica member, is seeking an experienced manufacturing leader to drive end-to-end operations in Batam. You will shape the plant's cost structure, lead lean initiatives, and scale an agile production organization across multiple lines.

This role requires 15+ years in contract manufacturing or complex ops, strong commercial savvy, and a proven ability to partner with senior management to win deals and improve margins.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Administration.
• 15+ years of progressive operations leadership in contract manufacturing or complex operations.
• Proven track record working with senior management, customers and internal stakeholders to win deals, grow revenue and improve margins.
• Exceptional communication with ability to translate complex manufacturing data into actionable operational actions.
• Deep expertise in production, scheduling, supply chain, manpower planning, and cost modelling.
• Passion for building teams, coaching direct reports, and fostering a collaborative, accountability-focused culture.

Responsibilities

• Oversee total production spend and optimize the plant cost budget.
• Lead factory setup, equipment installation, and pilot line validation for new manufacturing operations.
• Implement Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, and Industry 4.0 roadmaps.
• Establish KPI dashboards for OEE, cycle time reduction, and zero-defect quality standards.
• Manage CAPEX, operating budgets, and resource allocation to hit cost targets.
• Develop and mentor a high-performing operations team.

Skills

Leadership

Operations Management

Strategic Planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Administration

Job description

PCI Private Limited, a Celestica member, is seeking an experienced manufacturing leader to drive end-to-end operations in Batam. You will shape the plant's cost structure, lead lean initiatives, and scale an agile production organization across multiple lines.

This role requires 15+ years in contract manufacturing or complex ops, strong commercial savvy, and a proven ability to partner with senior management to win deals and improve margins.