Operations Leader: Lean, Quality & Efficiency

applied materials south east asia pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials South East Asia Pte. Ltd. in Singapore is seeking an experienced Production Operations Leader to oversee manufacturing processes, drive efficiency, and ensure on-time delivery while upholding safety and quality standards.

You will lead a cross-functional team, implement Lean initiatives, and collaborate with senior management to align operations with business goals, shaping a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field is required.
• 7-10 years of experience in production/operations roles.
• Understanding of industry and how own area contributes to objectives.
• Ability to manage a generally homogeneous team and adapt plans to meet challenges.
• Experience in resolving technical, operational and organizational problems.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and monitors production using metrics/budgets through systems, and initiates appropriate corrective action as needed and based on results. Establishes and controls project schedules, timelines.
• Plans and evaluates optimal resource utilization and efficiency of operation to minimize costs and allow for on-time delivery of product to customers. Accurately establishes plant capacity.
• Directs, guides, monitors, and evaluates personnel to accomplish specific production and supply chain goals consistent with established operational, housekeeping (5S), and safety procedures and processes. Engage in problem solving in complex situations and process improvements in streamlining work processes.
• Leads continuous improvement efforts and projects to refine production methods and processes to produce quality products that meet customer requirements in the most cost-effective manner.
• Identifies and pursues new technologies to improve production and cycle time, increase efficiency and resource utilization and maximize profitability.
• Works closely with members of Senior Management to align overall operations development with business needs/opportunities. Promotes an environment of cooperation and trust.
• Provides leadership, guidance, mentorship, and personal development of his/her direct reports in the areas of daily operational management, systems development, and optimization. And ensures that all direct reports are sufficiently skilled and trained to perform their functions in a high-quality and efficient manner.
• Identifies process and quality changes designed to improve manufacturing or department capabilities. Drives Lean, Safety and Quality. Takes corrective action.

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

Applied Materials South East Asia Pte. Ltd. in Singapore is seeking an experienced Production Operations Leader to oversee manufacturing processes, drive efficiency, and ensure on-time delivery while upholding safety and quality standards.

You will lead a cross-functional team, implement Lean initiatives, and collaborate with senior management to align operations with business goals, shaping a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.