MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS MANAGER

RMR INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

RMR INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE LIMITED in Singapore is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Operations Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations, improve production efficiency, and ensure products are manufactured safely, on time, and to the required quality standards.

You will plan and organize production schedules, monitor performance, lead supervisors, and drive continuous improvement using Lean, 5S and Six Sigma methodologies, while ensuring safety and quality compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• 5–8 years of manufacturing or production management experience, with at least 2–3 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production planning, quality management, and inventory control.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Good understanding of workplace safety and quality management systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems.
• Able to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and manage daily manufacturing operations.
• Develop and implement production schedules to meet customer requirements.
• Monitor production performance and optimize productivity, quality, and cost.
• Lead and supervise production supervisors, engineers, and factory staff.
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Coordinate with procurement, warehouse, maintenance, engineering, and sales departments.
• Manage production budgets, material usage, and inventory control.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean Manufacturing and 5S.
• Investigate production issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Prepare production reports, KPIs, and management updates.
• Ensure machinery and equipment are properly maintained to minimize downtime.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate employees to improve operational performance.

Skills

Manufacturing knowledge

Lean Manufacturing

5S

Kaizen

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or Operations Management

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Operations Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations, improve production efficiency, and ensure products are manufactured safely, on time, and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and manage daily manufacturing operations.
• Develop and implement production schedules to meet customer requirements.
• Monitor production performance and optimize productivity, quality, and cost.
• Lead and supervise production supervisors, engineers, and factory staff.
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Coordinate with procurement, warehouse, maintenance, engineering, and sales departments.
• Manage production budgets, material usage, and inventory control.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean Manufacturing and 5S.
• Investigate production issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Prepare production reports, KPIs, and management updates.
• Ensure machinery and equipment are properly maintained to minimize downtime.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate employees to improve operational performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 5–8 years of manufacturing or production management experience, with at least 2–3 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production planning, quality management, and inventory control.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Good understanding of workplace safety and quality management systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze production data and make informed operational decisions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems.
• Able to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Knowledge of automation and production optimization.
• Excellent team management and project coordination skills.
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities