PRODUCTION ENGINEER (JURONG)

ADEPT MANPOWER (ASIA) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Singapore is looking for a Production Engineer to enhance manufacturing operations and drive process optimization. The successful candidate will manage production metrics, collaborate with various teams, and support new product introductions. Ideal applicants will have a degree in engineering, experience in a manufacturing setting, and familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies. This role provides an opportunity to play a critical part in ensuring quality and efficiency in production.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment; HDD or semiconductor industry experience is an advantage.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment troubleshooting, and production workflows.
• Familiar with continuous improvement tools (e.g. Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S).

Responsibilities

• Support daily production operations to ensure output targets and quality standards.
• Analyze production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Improve manufacturing processes through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor key production metrics and prepare reports.

Skills

Process analysis and optimization

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Data analysis using MS Excel

Education

Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Industrial, or related discipline)

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Job Purpose

The Production Engineer is responsible for supporting and improving manufacturing operations to achieve optimal productivity, quality, and cost efficiency. The role focuses on process optimization, equipment performance, yield improvement, and cross‑functional coordination within HDD production lines.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily production operations to ensure output targets, quality standards, and delivery schedules are met.
• Analyze production issues, process deviations, and yield losses; implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Improve manufacturing processes through continuous improvement initiatives (e.g. cycle time reduction, defect reduction, productivity improvement).
• Work closely with Maintenance, Quality, and Process teams to resolve equipment and process‑related issues.
• Monitor key production metrics such as yield, downtime, scrap, and throughput; prepare reports and presentations.
• Assist in new product introduction (NPI), process qualification, and engineering change implementation.
• Develop and update work instructions, SOPs, and control plans.
• Support root cause analysis (RCA) using structured problem‑solving tools.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Industrial, or related discipline).
• 1–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment; HDD or semiconductor industry experience is an advantage.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment troubleshooting, and production workflows.
• Familiar with continuous improvement tools (e.g. Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S).
• Able to analyze data and use MS Excel or similar tools for reporting.
• Strong problem‑solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Willing to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Key Competencies

• Process analysis and optimization
• Problem‑solving and root cause analysis
• Cross‑functional coordination
• Attention to detail and quality focus
• Continuous improvement mindset

Application Instructions

To facilitate in the job application, please include the following in the resume:

• Last drawn, current and expected salary.
• Duties and responsibilities for each job.
• Resume in Microsoft Word format.
• Reason for leaving for past and present employment.
• Availability.
• Residential area.