Operation Planning Executive (HDD Manufacturing & Cleanroom)

GMP Technologies; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Singapore is looking for an Operation Planning Executive specializing in HDD manufacturing in a cleanroom environment. The role involves responsibilities such as inventory and material control, cost monitoring, and production support. Suitable candidates will have a diploma in a related field and 1-3 years of relevant experience. Familiarity with software like Microsoft Office is preferred. Join a dynamic team where strict adherence to cleanroom regulations is paramount.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in manufacturing operations, inventory/material control, or production support.
• Understanding of BOMs, routings, lot tracking, FIFO/FEFO, and cycle-count methodologies.
• Experience in cleanroom and warehouse environments with strict contamination control.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly/quarterly stock takes and reconcile variances.
• Monitor material yield and support waste-reduction projects.
• Assist the Engineer with line changeovers and material readiness.

Skills

Inventory & Material Control

Cost Control & Cost-Down

Production Support

Basic software knowledge (Microsoft office, PowerPoint, Excel)

Education

Diploma/Certificate in Manufacturing, Industrial/Mechanical Engineering, Operations

Job description

Operation Planning Executive (HDD Manufacturing | Cleanroom)

Job Openings Operation Planning Executive (HDD Manufacturing | Cleanroom)

About the job Operation Planning Executive (HDD Manufacturing | Cleanroom)

RESPONSIBILITIES

Inventory & Material Control

• Perform monthly/quarterly stock takes and weekly throughput; reconcile variances and implement corrective actions.
• Track material movements (issue, return, scrap, WIP transfers) in the WMS/SAP system accurately and promptly.
• Maintain minimum/maximum levels, safety stock, and reorder triggers; flag shortages and slow/non-moving items.
• Coordinate with warehouse/logistics on receiving, kitting, staging, and material traceability (batch/lot control).
• Conduct root-cause analysis for inventory discrepancies; implement 5S and visual management at cleanroom and line-side areas.

Cost Control & Cost-Down (Including Safety-Related)

• Monitor material yield, usage variance, and scrap; support yield improvement and waste-reduction projects.
• Identify and implement low-cost improvements (layout, handling, packaging standardization, reusables, right-sizing).
• Track standard vs. actual material consumption; propose BOM accuracy updates with Engineering.
• Prepare weekly/monthly cost reports (usage variance, scrap trends, consumables spend).

Production Support

• Assist the Engineer with line changeovers, materials readiness, and first-article/trial run material control.
• Maintain work instructions (WI), SOPs, and checklists related to inventory/material processes.
• Liaise with Quality on NCR material handling, quarantine, and MRB disposition.

REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma/Certificate in Manufacturing, Industrial/Mechanical Engineering, Operations, or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in manufacturing operations, inventory/material control, or production support.
• Experience with basic software knowledge (Microsoft office, PowerPoint, Excel, etc) preferred.
• Understanding of BOMs, routings, lot tracking, FIFO/FEFO, and cycle-count methodologies.
• Cleanroom and warehouse environments with controlled contamination requirements.
• Strict adherence to cleanroom gowning, PPE, and safety rules required.

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