Cell Leader

Pratt & Whitney; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Singapore is looking for an Operations Manager to oversee the Engine Component Repair Cell. The role requires strong leadership skills to manage a team of technicians and drive operational excellence. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, experience in production management, and familiarity with SAP systems. This position offers an opportunity to lead smart factory initiatives and improve productivity.

Qualifications

• Min 3 years' experience in production, operations, or manufacturing in a supervisory role.
• Proven ability to manage and motivate teams to achieve business goals.
• Experience in lean manufacturing or repair with a continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage the operations of the Engine Component Repair Cell and lead a team of up to 30 Technicians.
• Achieve the operational targets in eTAT, OTD, HPP, productivity, utilization, and cost efficiency.
• Implement Smart Factory initiatives and continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Team leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent disciplines

Tools

SAP or equivalent enterprise systems

Job description

Responsibilities

• Manage the operations of the Engine Component Repair Cell and lead a team of up to 30 Technicians.
• Achieve the operational targets in eTAT, OTD, HPP, productivity, utilization and cost efficiency.
• Implement Smart Factory initiatives and continuous improvement projects to enhance productivity and reduce cycle time.
• Oversee manpower planning, resource allocation, and overtime management to optimize performance.
• Manage and report the production outputs and sales targets.
• Drive employee engagement through effective communication, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Support staffing, training, and development to build team capability and succession readiness.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Finance, HR, and Materials teams to meet business objectives.
• Monitor and report production outputs, sales targets, and operational KPIs.
• Lead productivity and CORE (Customer Oriented Results & Excellence) projects to reduce cost, improve quality and cycle time.
• Support and participate in the EH&S programs and activities within the company.
• Participate in audits and inspections as and when required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent disciplines.
• Min 3 years' experience in production, operations or manufacturing in supervisory role.
• Proven ability to manage and motivate teams to achieve business goals.
• Demonstrated problem solving and leadership skills.
• Ability to communicate at all levels of the organization.
• Experience using SAP or equivalent enterprise systems.
• Process and detail oriented, including strong interpersonal and prioritization skills.
• Lean manufacturing or repair experience with a continuous improvement mindset.

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.