Calibration Lab Technical Lead – Operations & Quality

Ming Deng Metrology Services Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ming Deng Metrology Services Pte Ltd, Singapore, seeks a Technical Operations Manager to lead the Technical Department. You will oversee planning, budgeting, and execution of calibration services and repairs, ensuring high quality, timely delivery and adherence to accreditation standards.

You will manage day-to-day operations, coordinate with Sales and Quality, and stay hands-on with calibration activities. Strong leadership, English fluency, and experience in metrology are essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Engineering or equivalent.
• 5–8 years’ experience in similar capacity in metrology services.
• Demonstrate understanding of ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation standards.
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of metrology terms/services.
• Leadership skills with ability to motivate teams of 3–5 people.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Strong resource planning for manpower and tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Technical Department and delegate work to ensure operational efficiency in calibration services and repairs in-lab and at clients’ sites.
• Prepare, propose, and monitor annual department budget including hiring, training, and equipment needs.
• Resolve complex calibration issues and continuously improve technical knowledge across mechanical, dimensional, electrical, and temperature disciplines.
• Manage day-to-day operations, ensuring manpower and resources meet client deadlines.
• Collaborate with Sales and Quality to align client needs with technical capabilities and timelines.
• Hands-on calibration and repair work to fulfil client orders while maintaining accreditation standards.
• Review team outputs for accuracy, traceability, and compliance with ISO/IEC 17025; act as approved signatory for reports.
• Plan workplace layout to comply with health and safety regulations and improve efficiency.
• Identify and validate new calibration methods and tools, liaising with suppliers when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

English proficiency

Resource planning

Team management

Education

Diploma in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Ming Deng Metrology Services Pte Ltd, Singapore, seeks a Technical Operations Manager to lead the Technical Department. You will oversee planning, budgeting, and execution of calibration services and repairs, ensuring high quality, timely delivery and adherence to accreditation standards.

You will manage day-to-day operations, coordinate with Sales and Quality, and stay hands-on with calibration activities. Strong leadership, English fluency, and experience in metrology are essential.