Production Engineer (Precision Machining)

VDL ETG Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 64,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing automation provider in Singapore is seeking an engineer to supervise and execute improvement plans in production. This role focuses on enhancing safety, efficiency, and quality in manufacturing processes, alongside coaching production staff. Candidates should have a Diploma or Bachelor's in engineering and at least three years of relevant manufacturing experience. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential for managing production effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as an engineer in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to mentor and coach production staff.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and implement an improvement plan for production.
• Document procedures and work instructions appropriately.
• Work with suppliers to solve technical issues.
• Monitor and measure results post-implementation of improvements.
• Manage Overall Effectiveness Equipment (OEE).

Skills

Good communication skills

Problem-solving methodology

Education

Diploma/ Bachelor's in engineering (Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical, Precision, Industrial Engineering)

Job description

Purpose

Responsible for supervising and implementing an improvement plan for production. Support engineering teams by drawing up safety protocols, reporting issues to the manager and developing strategies to ensure quality, efficiency and delivery. Manages the production and planning section to optimize the utilization of resources.

Key Areas of Responsibilities

• Properly trained with good workmanship knowledge and skilled to perform individual task in a good manner
• Document procedures and work instructions in a proper and standardized manner
• To work with internal and external supplier to solve engineering technical issue and implement solutions
• Participate in Corrective Action Board (CAB) meeting to ensure Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) is carried out effectively to prevent recurrence
• To record and report on the department's activities and production result in weekly productivity review meeting
• Identify improvement opportunities to improve quality, reduce cycle time and cost
• Proactively feedback and communicate to process engineering team on any improvement opportunities
• To drive automated workflow to reduce human intervention activity that will interrupt continuous operations of the machines
• To monitor & measure results after improvement action been implemented
• To allocate suitable resources (machines, manpower) to carry out manufacturing activities and ensure seamless production flow
• To draw up training and job rotation plans to develop flexible manpower management with the right competency
• To manage & monitor Overall Effectiveness Equipment (OEE) by production control system (Soflex/fasstem)
• To manage consumable tools and non-capitalized equipment spending
• Maintain work safety & good housekeeping

Requirements

• Diploma/ Bachelor's in engineering (Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical, Precision, Industrial Engineering) or relevant field
• At least 3 years of experience as an engineer in the manufacturing environment
• Good communication skills to perform mentoring and coaching to production staff
• Good knowledge in problem-solving methodology