MANUFACTURING MANAGER

ATC COATING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading surface finishing company in Singapore is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to oversee daily operations. The ideal candidate should have a relevant degree, 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing, and strong leadership abilities. Responsibilities include managing production schedules, ensuring quality, and driving process improvements while adhering to safety regulations.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing or production management.
• Strong understanding of plating and anodizing operations.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing operations to meet targets.
• Plan production schedules and manpower deployment.
• Monitor process parameters to maintain quality.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve production issues.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations.

Skills

Team management

Problem-solving

Process improvement

Planning and organization

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering or related field

Job description

Company Overview

We are a leading surface finishing company specialising in electroplating and anodizing for precision components used in electronics, aerospace, automotive, and general engineering industries. We are seeking a capable and results-driven Manufacturing Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations, ensuring efficiency, product quality, and compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily manufacturing operations for the electroplating and anodizing departments to meet production, quality, and delivery targets.
• Plan and coordinate production schedules, manpower deployment, and resource allocation to ensure smooth workflow and optimal equipment utilisation.
• Monitor and control process parameters (e.g. bath chemistry, current density, temperature, and cycle times) to maintain consistent surface finishing quality.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to resolve production issues, process deviations, and equipment downtime.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, yield, cost reduction, and waste minimisation (e.g. 5S, Kaizen, Lean practices).
• Ensure adherence to Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) regulations, particularly chemical handling, waste treatment, and effluent management.
• Oversee chemical inventory, material usage, and plating/anodizing bath maintenance and replenishment.
• Train, guide, and motivate production supervisors and operators to achieve performance goals and develop technical competencies.
• Review and analyse production performance data; prepare regular manufacturing reports and recommend improvement actions.
• Support new product introductions and process optimisation in collaboration with R&D or process engineering teams.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or production management within an electroplating, anodizing, or surface finishing environment.
• Strong understanding of plating and anodizing operations, bath chemistry control, process flow, and quality standards.
• Proven leadership and team management abilities; experience supervising production teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Hands‑on problem‑solving skills and a proactive approach to process improvement.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 systems, and experience maintaining compliance with EHS regulations.
• Good communication, planning, and organisational skills.
• Willingness to work on‑site and support shift or weekend operations when necessary.