Manager, Process Engineering

Asia Pacific Star; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manager of Process Engineering to lead Lean initiatives and drive continuous improvement across operations. This role involves streamlining processes, engaging with business units to identify impactful projects, and championing the Kaizen philosophy. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Lean manufacturing, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively across functions. Join a dynamic team committed to fostering a fulfilling and meaningful workplace, where your contributions will make a significant impact on operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in operations with a focus on Lean manufacturing.
• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science required.

Responsibilities

• Lead Lean initiatives across the Catering L&W Group.
• Streamline processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Kaizen Philosophy

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Cross-Functional Communication

Education

Master's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

Project Management Tools

Job description

Manager, Process Engineering

Position: Manager, Process Engineering

Company: SATS

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Function: Process Design & Control/Instrumentation

Location: SATS Inflight Catering Centre 2, 30 Changi North Crescent, Singapore 499612

About us

Headquartered in Singapore, SATS Ltd. is one of the world’s largest providers of air cargo handling services and Asia’s leading airline caterer. SATS Gateway Services provides airfreight and ground handling services including passenger services, ramp and baggage handling, aviation security services, aircraft cleaning, and aviation laundry. SATS Food Solutions serves airlines and institutions with large-scale food production and distribution capabilities for a wide range of cuisines.

SATS operates across Asia-Pacific, the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, powering an interconnected world of trade, travel, and taste. Following the acquisition of Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) in 2023, the combined network operates over 215 stations in 27 countries, covering trade routes responsible for more than 50% of global air cargo volume. Listed on the Singapore Exchange since May 2000, more information can be found at www.sats.com.sg.

At SATS, our people are our greatest asset. We foster diversity and uniqueness, building success through the knowledge, expertise, and performance of our team. We embrace FAM (Fulfilling, Appreciated, Meaningful) in the workplace, offering fulfilling careers that support growth, recognize talent, and inspire meaningful contributions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead, manage, and facilitate Lean initiatives/programs across the Catering L&W Group from inception to implementation.
2. Streamline existing processes and implement measures to improve service delivery, production, logistics efficiency, and operating costs through process engineering.
3. Engage with Business Units to identify and select high-impact continuous improvement projects that add value or reduce costs.
4. Champion the “KAIZEN” philosophy and promote Lean methodology adoption through training, coaching, mentoring, and leading improvement projects.
5. Lead cross-functional project teams to ensure projects are on budget and schedule, develop stakeholder requirements into project charters, analyze performance, and identify improvement opportunities.
6. Communicate project progress proactively with stakeholders and management, ensuring effective use of improvement tools and methodologies.
7. Participate in digitalization and transformation projects, ensuring operational alignment across the group.

Key Requirements

1. Master's or bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science, preferably with an Industrial Engineering background.
2. Minimum 8 years of experience in operations, with at least 6 years in a Lean manufacturing environment.
3. Hands-on experience in developing and driving Lean practices and fostering a Kaizen mindset.
4. Preferably Green Belt or Black Belt certification with proven Lean Six Sigma application skills.
5. Strong team player with initiative, planning skills, analytical abilities, and problem-solving performance.
6. Effective cross-functional communication and leadership skills to motivate and influence others.
7. Ability to build relationships and partner with stakeholders at multiple levels.
8. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
9. Versatile and organized.