Lead Manufacturing Engineer

Cultivar Staffing & Search; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading robotics company in Singapore is seeking a Lead Manufacturing Engineer to drive process improvement and team performance. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of manufacturing experience, a degree in Engineering or related field, and strong problem-solving skills. You will lead a team, ensure safety compliance, and track performance indicators. This role requires excellent communication in both English and Chinese.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or above preferred.
• Proactive approach to process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of assemblers.
• Ensure safety compliance through audits and training.
• Own and track key performance indicators (KPIs) on production floor.

Skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills in English and Chinese

Education

Degree in Engineering or Manufacturing

Tools

ERP systems

MES systems

Root cause analysis tools

Job description

Our client is transforming the cleaning industry with advanced robotic solutions that tackle manpower challenges. Their innovative robots are already making a difference in 30 countries! As they continue to grow, they are seeking a LeadManufacturingEngineerto join their team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure safety compliance through regular audits and training
• Lead and motivate a team of assemblers, including conducting training and coaching to improve team performance
• Own and track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as Safety, First Pass Yield (FPY), and Continuous Improvement
• Write and implement SOPs and Self-Inspection procedures
• Identify process improvements, reduce waste, and prevent human error through structured improvement initiatives
• Analyse problems, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions promptly
• Prioritise tasks effectively and manage multiple responsibilities under tight deadlines
• Lead staff training and maintain a positive, disciplined work environment
• Maintain and track training and rework records, including quality issues
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to team members
• Uphold high standards of discipline and housekeeping on the production floor

Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred (relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree)
• 3 - 5 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role
• Strong background in engineering with a proactive approach to process improvement
• Six Sigma Green Belt or above is preferred
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
• Familiarity with ERP and MES systems, as well as root cause analysis tools
• Excellent communication skills in both English and Chinese (must be able to liaise with Chinese counterparts)
• Highly motivated, able to work both independently and in a team.

Interested candidates are invited to send in your Resume in MS Word Format stating your past work experience, reasons for each leave, past and expected remuneration.

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Attn: Woo Gu Ming (R24123795)
Cultivar Asia Pte Ltd (MOM EA License: 19C8782)