Production Manager

Cragar Industries Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Cragar Industries Pte Ltd is seeking a Production Manager to lead and optimize production operations in a precision engineering environment specializing in CNC milling, turning, and auto-lathe machining. You will drive operational excellence by ensuring high productivity, excellent quality, cost efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

The role requires leveraging Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and digital tools (MES/ERP/Power BI) to enhance visibility, control, and performance across

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in precision/ mechanical engineering required.
• 5–8 years in a precision manufacturing environment.
• 3–5 years in a leadership/managerial role.
• Experience with CNC milling, CNC turning, and auto-lathe/high-volume machining.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production activities across CNC milling, turning, and auto-lathe sections.
• Plan and execute production schedules to meet delivery timelines and customer requirements.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma initiatives to improve efficiency.
• Drive process capability improvements and automation initiatives including MES/ ERP tools.
• Manage and develop a team of supervisors, engineers, technicians, and operators.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem solving

Data-driven decisions

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Diploma / Degree in Precision Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAM systems

G-code

Power BI

MES / ERP

Job description

Production Manager

The Production Manager is responsible for leading and optimizing all production operations within a precision engineering environment specializing in CNC milling, turning, and auto-lathe machining. The role drives operational excellence by ensuring high productivity, consistent quality, cost efficiency, and compliance with regulatory standards.

1. Key Responsibilities

A. Production Operations Management

• Oversee daily production activities across CNC milling, CNC turning, and auto-lathe sections
• Plan and execute production schedules to meet delivery timelines and customer requirements
• Ensure optimal machine utilization, manpower deployment, and workflow efficiency
• Monitor KPIs such as output, OEE, cycle time, scrap rate, and on-time delivery

B. Technical Leadership (CNC Machining Environment)

• Provide strong technical oversight on CNC machining processes including:3/4/5-axis CNC millingCNC turning (Swiss-type / conventional turning)Autolathe production systems
• Ensure proper setup, tooling selection, programming standards, and process stability
• Support troubleshooting of complex machining, tooling, and process issues
• Drive process capability improvements for tight tolerance precision components

C. Quality & Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to GMP, and customer quality requirements
• Work closely with QA/QC on:Non-conformance (NC) management Root cause analysis and CAPA implementation
• Maintain traceability, documentation integrity, and audit readiness

D. Continuous Improvement & Productivity

• Lead Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma initiatives to improve efficiency
• Drive cycle time reduction, cost optimization, and yield improvement
• Implement automation, digital tools (MES / ERP / Power BI dashboards) to enhance visibility and control

E. People Management & Leadership

• Manage and develop a team of supervisors, engineers, technicians, and operators
• Build a skills matrix and drive workforce multi-skilling
• Conduct performance reviews, coaching, and succession planning
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement

F. Maintenance & Equipment Reliability

• Oversee preventive maintenance programs for CNC machines and auto-lathes
• Collaborate with maintenance/engineering teams to minimize downtime
• Ensure timely resolution of machine breakdowns and production disruptions

G. Strategic & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Sales teams
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and process industrialization
• Align production capacity and capability with business growth strategy

3. Job Requirements

Education

• Diploma / Degree in Precision Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Experience

• Minimum 5-8 years in precision manufacturing environment
• At least 3–5 years in a leadership/managerial role
• Proven experience managing: CNC milling operations CNC turning / Swiss turning Auto-lathe/high-volume machining

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge in CNC machining processes, tooling, and fixture design
• Familiarity with CNC programming principles (G-code, CAM systems)
• Experience with high precision components (tight tolerances, complex geometries)
• Understanding of MES / ERP systems and production data analytics
• Knowledge of ISO regulated manufacturing environments

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and team management capability
• Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
• Data-driven decision-making mindset
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration

4. Key Success Metrics (KPIs)

• On-time delivery performance
• OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)
• Scrap and rework rate
• Production cost per unit
• Machine downtime reduction