Plant Manager

Private Advertiser; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A private manufacturing company in Singapore is looking for a Plant Manager to oversee the overall operations of the plant. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in plant management and a strong background in engineering. Responsibilities include managing production targets, ensuring quality compliance, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. This role is critical for maintaining operational excellence within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in a similar role at a multi-national corporation or equivalent.
• Experience in project management in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall plant operations.
• Develop strategies to meet production targets and quality standards.
• Lead the production team for improvements in yield and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and ISO requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Flexibility

Proactivity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sciences, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage overall plant operations.
• Develop and execute strategies to meet production targets, quality standards, and delivery timelines.
• Ensure the plant team has sufficient resources and time to manufacture and deliver products according to schedule.
• Lead the production team to achieve ongoing improvements in yield, efficiency, and cost optimization.
• Act as the primary point of accountability for plant performance, safety, and compliance.
• Lead performance review of team leaders and day production operator.
• Review Production Processes and identify opportunities for optimization to allow future volume growth.
• Oversee production planning and manpower allocation to meet demand and plant capacity.
• Monitor process consistency to ensure finished products meet required quality specifications.
• Ensure strict adherence to laws, safety regulations, and ISO requirements during all operations.
• Handle complaints and inquiries related to production and quality issues.
• Ensure accurate production inventory management, including annual cycle counts.
• Comply with all regulatory, legal, and ISO standards.

People Management & Development

• Review employee performance, identify training needs, and provide development opportunities.
• Build strong teams with clear leadership structures and contingency plans.

Continuous Improvement & Reporting

• Lead productivity improvement projects and process optimization initiatives.
• Establish and monitor monthly KPIs for plant performance.
• Support introduction of new products and first production runs.

Critical Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Enjoy a dynamic and rapidly moving work environment.
• Seek continuous improvement and system solutions.
• Proactive, flexible and discrete.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree of Sciences, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in Project management in Manufacturing environment.
• 10+ years of experience working in a similar role at a multi-national corporation or its Equivalent.