Manufacturing Engineer

ASIATIC AGRICULTURAL INDUSTRIES PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

ASIATIC AGRICULTURAL INDUSTRIES PTE LTD is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to plan, coordinate, and optimize manufacturing processes and facility functions, ensuring quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness. The role drives continuous improvement, oversees equipment reliability, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence while conforming to GMP and ISO standards.

Diploma in Chemical Engineering or similar is required; 0-2 years experience welcome; strong MS

Qualifications

• Diploma in Chemical Engineering or similar is required.
• Strong MS Office skills are essential.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a proactive attitude are required.
• Eagerness to learn in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate production schedules with planning and operations teams.
• Lead technology transfer and new equipment implementation.
• Identify opportunities to improve throughput and reduce costs.
• Ensure GMP, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 compliance in all activities.
• Develop maintenance plans and improve equipment reliability.
• Supervise safety and oversee subcontractors on site.
• Investigate root causes and drive CAPA actions.
• Prepare SOPs, training materials, and process documentation.
• Support NPI scale-up and process changes.
• Analyze production data to monitor performance and drive decisions.
• Lead manufacturing improvement projects and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivation

Adaptability

Education

Diploma in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and optimizing both manufacturing processes and engineering/facility functions to ensure efficient production output while maintaining product quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness. The role leads continuous process improvement initiatives, oversees equipment reliability and manufacturing performance, manages technology transfer and new equipment implementation, and collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence. In addition, the Manufacturing Engineer provides leadership, coaching, and technical guidance to the production team and the production and engineering/maintenance teams, and is directly accountable for ensuring all production and engineering activities conform to GMP, ISO 9001(Quality), ISO 14001 (Environmental), and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety) requirements at all times.

Your job duties and responsibilities include, but not limited, to the following:

Production, Planning & Execution

• Execute and coordinate production schedules in coordination with planning and operations teams to meet customer and business demands and goals.
• Lead and plan technology transfer and implementation of new equipment and technologies onto the production line.

Process & Equipment Optimization

• Identify process capabilities and develop, optimize, and implement new technology to improve throughput.
• Analyze manufacturing and warehousing processes and workflows for continuous improvement in productivity, efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Enforce workplace organization standards and good housekeeping practices (5S).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing, 5S, process digitalization, and manufacturing system integration.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Work closely with the quality department to ensure products meet established quality standards and resolve any production-related quality issues.
• Ensure all production and engineering activities comply with GMP, ISO 9001, ISO 14001,and ISO 45001 requirements, as well as relevant environmental and internal policies.

Equipment& Facility Management

• Develop and oversee execution of the maintenance plan for all process-related equipment.
• Lead preventive and corrective maintenance planning, and work with Maintenance and Engineering teams to improve equipment reliability and production efficiency.

• Manage sub-contractors engaged for engineering/facility works, ensuring safety rules are enforced during their course of work on company premises.

Root Cause Analysis & CAPA

• Investigate production issues or equipment failures, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Contribute to the identification of production/engineering root causes and drive resolution to closure.

Safety & Risk Management

• Participate in and prepare Process Safety Assessments and risk assessment-based activities, including pre-job safety briefings.
• Ensure that all production and engineering activities comply with safety regulations, environmental standards, and internal policies, including GMP and ISO requirements as applicable.

• Over see risk assessment-based activities and conduct pre-job safety briefings.
• Exercise maximum care and good judgment in preventing accidents and fire, and strictly observe the Company's safety regulations and procedures at all times.

• Serve as the Site Incident Controller (SIC) during emergency response situations.

Technical Support, Documentation & Training

• Prepare or execute technical studies and process validation assessments, protocols, and reports.
• Develop, review, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and process/equipment documentation.

• Lead the execution of training programs and set up documentation and procedural controls for current and new equipment.
• Provide technical support to production and engineering team, and support training and competency development of production and engineering personnel.

New Product Introduction (NPI)

• Support scale-up and introduction of new products or processes into the production line.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Collect and analyze production data (e.g., yield, downtime, cycle time) to monitor performance and support decision-making.

Cost Control

• Monitor resource utilization and production costs to ensure efficient operations and budget adherence.
• Identify and implement cost reduction and waste minimization initiatives while maintaining product quality and operational efficiency.

Project Management

• Participate in or lead manufacturing improvement projects, including process optimization, automation, equipment upgrades, and facility improvement initiatives.
• Co-ordinate and lead the implementation and function of the continuous improvement program across Production, Engineering, and Warehouse.

Job Requirements:

• Diploma in Chemical Engineering or similar
• Candidates with 0-2 years of experience welcome
• Proficient in Microsoft Offices
• Good Interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and eager to learn in a dynamic and fast-paced environment