Director, Operations

Prattwhitney; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX Bedok Ops in Singapore seeks an Operations Director to serve as Site Leader, providing vision and long-term strategy to grow the business and ensure safe, on-time delivery that aligns with GOPS objectives and RTX's global goals.

You will lead production, quality, cost control, supplier relations and continuous improvement, fostering a high-performing team and cultivating a culture of safety and accountability across the site.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or related field.
• MBA or APICS CPIM certification is a plus.
• At least 15 years in manufacturing with 10+ years in progressive management roles.
• Financial & management accounting knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning and Execution: align operational strategies with company objectives and plan long-term capacity and technology.
• Production Management: ensure efficient, cost‑effective production meeting quality standards and demand.
• Quality Assurance and Control: uphold stringent QA processes and regulatory compliance.
• Financial Management: develop and manage budgets, control costs, and drive efficiency.
• Resource Management: optimize manpower, machinery, and materials; manage supplier relationships.
• Technology and Innovation: integrate new tech to improve processes and productivity.
• Leadership: lead operations teams, drive excellence and continuous improvement.
• Continuous Improvement: streamline operations and reduce waste with CORE/LEAN principles.
• Safety and Risk Management: enforce safety protocols and mitigate operational risks.
• Environmental and Sustainability: promote sustainable manufacturing practices.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Financial Management

Leadership

Operations Management

Quality Assurance

Environment & Safety

Education

Degree in Engineering

MBA

APICS CPIM

Job description

What You Will Do

The Operations Director is the Site Leader for Bedok Ops and is overall responsible for the site. He/ She provides vision and long term strategy to grow the business and for effective operations at the site to excel in meeting customer expectation and GOPS business objectives, ensuring alignment with company’s long‑term strategic goals. These business objectives include but no limited to Environment, Health & Safety, People, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Operations Excellence.

Role & Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning and Execution: Create and implement operational strategies aligned with the company’s overall objectives and ensure long‑term operational planning to meet future demand and technological advancements.
• Production Management: Ensure that production processes are efficient, cost‑effective, and meet quality standards and manage capacity to ensure that production meets customer demands without overextending resources.
• Quality Assurance and Control: Implement and maintain stringent quality control processes to meet standards required in aerospace manufacturing and ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and certifications.
• Financial Management: Develop and manage operational budgets, ensuring cost‑effectiveness and financial efficiency, and implement cost control measures and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce operational expenses.
• Resource Management: Oversee allocation and optimization of resources, including manpower, machinery, and materials and manage relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure a consistent supply of high‑quality materials.
• Technology and Innovation: Stay abreast of technological advancements and integrate new technologies to improve production processes and drive innovation in manufacturing processes to enhance productivity and product quality.
• Leadership: Provide leadership and direction to the operations team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement, and oversee recruitment, training, and development of staff to build a skilled and motivated workforce.
• Continuous Improvement: Mature CORE operating system to streamline operations and eliminate waste, and continuously seek opportunities to improve processes, reduce cycle times, and increase efficiency.
• Safety and Risk Management: Develop and enforce safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for all employees and identify potential risks in operations and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact.
• Environmental and Sustainability: Promote and implement sustainable manufacturing practices to minimize environmental impact and ensure compliance with environmental regulations and standards.
• Ethics & Export Compliance: Partner with site Global Trade and Ethic officers to establish processes and drive a compliance culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum education of a Degree Engineering preferable in Mechanical/ Manufacturing/ Aerospace
• MBA or APICS Certification in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) added adventage.
• At least 15 years of related experiences in Manufacturing industry; and at least 10 years demonstrated progressive managerial experiences.
• Financial & management accounting knowledge
• 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.

Position Role Type: Onsite

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry‑leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.