Factory Manager (Food manufacturing) | Up till $7500 basic + VB

Recruit Now Singapore Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 67,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruit Now Singapore Pte Ltd is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead production, warehouse and logistics within an industrial/food manufacturing setting.

You will oversee daily factory operations, ensure schedules meet sales forecasts, maintain quality and safety standards (HACCP/GMP), and drive process improvements, automation, and cost control across the plant and warehouse teams.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Engineering, Food Science, Manufacturing, or related field.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in manufacturing or production operations, preferably in food manufacturing.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Good knowledge of food safety standards (HACCP, GMP) and regulatory requirements.
• Strong planning, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and production reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Production Management: Oversee daily factory production operations to ensure efficiency and productivity.
• Warehouse and Inventory Management: Oversee warehouse operations and inventory accuracy.
• Logistics and Distribution Coordination: Coordinate inbound/outbound shipments and transport planning.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensure HACCP/GMP compliance and safe working conditions.
• Process Improvement and Automation: Identify opportunities to improve productivity and implement automation.
• Team Management: Supervise production staff, warehouse personnel, and forklift operators.
• Reporting and Coordination: Prepare operational reports and coordinate with procurement, finance, and sales.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Problem solving

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Engineering/ Food Science degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Production reporting systems

Job description

• Up till$7500 basic + Variable Bonus (salary will commensurate according to experience & qualifications)

• Location: Tuas

• Working Days/Timings: Monday - Friday | 8:00AM 5:30PM

• Established Industrial & Engineering Company

• Hands-On Technical & Industrial Exposure

• Professional & Collaborative Work Environment

• Exposure to Diverse Engineering Projects & Solutions

Responsibilities:

• Production Management

  • Oversee daily factory production operations to ensure efficiency and productivity.

  • Ensure production schedules are met according to sales forecasts and delivery timelines.

  • Monitor production output, quality standards, and operational efficiency.

  • Optimise manufacturing processes, manpower utilisation, and equipment performance.

  • Coordinate with the R&D team on new product trials and production scale-up.

• Warehouse and Inventory Management

  • Oversee the warehouse operations, including storage, handling, and dispatch of goods.

  • Ensure accurate inventory management of raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods.

  • Implement and maintain warehouse systems, including barcoding, scanning, and inventory tracking.

  • Ensure proper storage conditions and compliance with safety and hygiene standards.

  • Conduct regular inventory cycle counts and stock reconciliation.

  • Optimise warehouse layout and racking systems to improve storage efficiency.

• Logistics and Distribution Coordination

  • Coordinate with procurement, logistics providers, and transporters for inbound and outbound shipments.

  • Ensure timely dispatch of goods to customers and export shipments.

  • Monitor loading, unloading, and material handling procedures.

  • Manage freight scheduling and warehouse dispatch planning.

• Compliance and Safety

  • Ensure compliance with food safety standards, workplace safety regulations, and operational procedures.

  • Implement and monitor HACCP, GMP, and quality control procedures.

  • Ensure proper documentation for inventory movement and production records.

  • Maintain a safe working environment in both the factory and warehouse areas.

• Process Improvement and Automation

  • Identify opportunities to improve factory productivity and warehouse automation.

  • Implement systems such as barcoding, and warehouse management systems (WMS)

  • Improve inventory accuracy, picking efficiency, and stock visibility.

  • Drive initiatives to reduce wastage, stock discrepancies, and operational bottlenecks.

• Team Management

  • Supervise production staff, warehouse personnel, and forklift operators.

  • Allocate manpower effectively across production and warehouse operations.

  • Provide training on operational procedures, equipment handling, and safety practices.

  • Conduct performance monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Reporting and Coordination

  • Prepare operational reports on production output, warehouse inventory levels, and operational efficiency.

  • Work closely with procurement, finance, and sales teams to ensure smooth operations.

  • Monitor cost control in production and warehouse operations.

Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Engineering, Food Science, Manufacturing, or related field.

• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in manufacturing or production operations, preferably in food manufacturing.

• Strong leadership and team management skills.

• Good knowledge of food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, GMP) and regulatory requirements.

• Strong planning, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and production reporting systems.

• Have food Manufacturing industry and experiences working in plant.