Production Manager

ROECHLING INDUSTRIAL (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent company in the plastics industry seeks an experienced Production Manager to oversee high-volume production operations and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate has at least 10 years of manufacturing experience with a focus on plastics or polymers, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in Mandarin to communicate with clients. Responsibilities include managing workflows, monitoring key performance indicators, and fostering a culture of safety and excellence. Competitive compensation and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 10 years of production or manufacturing experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in the plastics or polymers industry is preferred.
• Proficiency in Mandarin is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end plastics manufacturing workflows.
• Monitor KPIs such as output and scrap rate.
• Lead and manage production staff across multiple shifts.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Process Improvement

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Production Manager with astrong background in the plastics or polymer manufacturing industry. This rolewill be responsible for overseeing 24/7 high-volume production operations, ensuring manufacturing excellence, and driving continuous improvementinitiatives to meet business objectives. You will lead a team of productionoperators, and technical support staff, ensuring alignment across departmentsand delivering products to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end plastics manufacturing workflows,including extrusion, machining, and assembly.
• Monitor KPIs such as output, yield, scrap rate, andcycle times, and implement actions to address performance gaps.
• Lead, mentor, and manage production supervisors, technicians, and operators across multiple shifts.
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, andcontinuous improvement.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or otherimprovement methodologies to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improveproduct quality.
• Work closely with supply chain, maintenance, process, and quality departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant quality and industrystandards.
• Contribute to strategic planning for capacityexpansion, new technology adoption, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Liaise with regional and international teams wherenecessary.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical, Chemical,Industrial Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years’ production or manufacturingexperience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Polymer and plasticsindustry experience preferred.
• Proven track record in plastics, polymers, or compositemanufacturing.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and people managementskills.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and otherprocess improvement tools.
• Excellent communication, organizational, andproblem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Mandarin preferred to effectivelycommunicate with Mandarin-speaking clients.