Food Production Manager

Kuan Zhai Alley Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kuan Zhai Alley Pte. Ltd. in Singapore is seeking a production supervisor/manager to plan and oversee daily operations, ensuring targets are met on time and within budget.

You will lead and train production teams, manage shifts, and review performance while maintaining product quality and food safety compliance. The role emphasizes cost control, waste reduction, and cross-functional collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–8 years in food manufacturing or production.
• Prior supervisory or managerial experience is required.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and oversee daily production operations to meet targets on time and within budget.
• Lead, train, and manage production teams, including shift scheduling and performance reviews.
• Monitor production quality and compliance with company standards and food safety regulations.
• Control production costs, manage inventory levels, and minimize waste.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Coordinate with procurement, sales, and other departments to ensure smooth material and supply flow.
• Prepare and present production reports to senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Cross-department communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Diploma or Degree in Food Science/Engineering/Operations Management

Job description

• Plan, schedule, and oversee daily production operations to meet targets on time and within budget.

• Lead, train, and manage production teams, including shift scheduling and performance reviews.

• Monitor production quality and compliance with company standards and food safety regulations.

• Control production costs, manage inventory levels, and minimize waste.

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity.

• Coordinate with procurement, sales, and other departments to ensure smooth material and supply flow.

• Prepare and present production reports to senior management.

Requirements

• Education: Diploma or Degree in Food Science, Engineering, Operations Management, or related fields (Diploma with relevant experience is widely accepted).

• Experience: Minimum3 to 8 yearsin food manufacturing or production, withat least 5 yearsbeing the most common requirement; prior supervisory or managerial experience is required.

• Skills: Strong leadership, problem-solving, and cross-department communication skills; proficient in Microsoft Office.

• Work Conditions: Able to stand for long hours, work in varying temperatures (cold/hot), and commit to5.5- 6-day work weeks, including shift or weekend work when needed.