Production Assistant Supervisor (Night Shift)

Heraeus Materials Singapore Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Heraeus Materials Singapore Pte Ltd seeks a Production Assistant Supervisor (Night Shift) to oversee daily production operations in our manufacturing environment, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency while driving continuous improvement and on-time delivery.

Reporting to the Production Manager, you will plan manpower, supervise staff, and coordinate with Quality, Engineering, EHS, Maintenance and Supply Chain to support daily operations and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production operations for flux, paste, and powder manufacturing to ensure quality and safety.
• Plan, assign and manage manpower; authorize overtime to meet targets.
• Coordinate with Quality, Engineering, R&D, EHS, Maintenance and Supply Chain.
• Ensure adherence to SOPs, batch records, traceability, and 5S practices.
• Oversee proper handling, weighing, packaging and storage of materials per safety rules.
• Drive training, certification and cross-training of staff on processes and safety.
• Review and improve processes, instructions, and batch documentation for safety and yield.
• Lead continuous improvement using RCA, Lean, 5S, and SPC.
• Ensure compliance with EHS standards and maintain clean, safe workplaces.
• Supervise staff according to policies and labour regulations.

Skills

Supervision

Communication

Analytical thinking

Multitasking

Problem solving

Teamwork

Office tools

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s in Engineering/Science

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summary

Heraeus, the technology group headquartered in Hanau, Germany, is a leading international family-owned portfolio company. Heraeus Electronics is seeking a dedicated Production Assistant Supervisor (Night Shift) to join our manufacturing team. Reporting to the Production Manager, this role is responsible for overseeing daily production operations, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and efficiency standards while driving continuous improvement and on-time delivery performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production operations for flux, paste, and powder manufacturing to ensure compliance with approved formulations, specifications, and quality standards
• Plan, assign, and manage manpower using structured allocation methods and visual planning tools; authorize overtime as required to meet production targets
• Coordinate cross-functionally with Quality, Engineering, R&D, EHS, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams to support daily operations and long-term initiatives
• Ensure strict adherence to SOPs, batch records, material traceability, contamination controls, and standardized 5S practices
• Oversee proper handling, mixing, weighing, packaging, and storage of chemical and powdered raw materials in accordance with safety and quality requirements
• Drive training, certification, and cross-training of production personnel on processes, equipment, and safety practices
• Review and improve manufacturing processes, work instructions, and batch documentation to enhance safety, yield, and efficiency
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using data-driven tools such as RCA, Lean, 5S, and SPC
• Ensure full compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards, maintaining clean, safe, and organized work environments
• Supervise production staff in line with company policies and employment regulations
• Lead people management activities including hiring, onboarding, performance management, coaching, and disciplinary actions
• Address employee concerns and maintain a disciplined, safety-focused, and high-performance work culture

Your Profile

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, or a related field
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of manufacturing machinery and production processes
• Familiarity with SAP systems is an advantage
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access)
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Ability to apply sound judgment and problem-solving skills in daily operations
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Comfortable working in both office and production floor settings