Production manager

JENNY'S & BEN CURTAINS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

JENNY'S & BEN CURTAINS PTE. LTD. in Singapore seeks a Production Line Manager to oversee daily manufacturing line operations, lead operator teams, and coordinate with maintenance, quality, and supply chain to meet production goals.

The role focuses on safety, efficiency, and timely output, using Lean/Six Sigma methods and automation knowledge to minimize downtime and defects. Candidates should have strong leadership and coaching skills.

Qualifications

• Experience leading manufacturing lines and shift teams.
• Strong knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma processes.
• Familiarity with PLCs and ERP systems.
• Support safety protocols and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production operations, manage shifts and line staffing.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed and audits are conducted.
• Monitor output, identify defects, and implement corrective actions.
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma to reduce waste and downtime.
• Coordinate maintenance scheduling and machine servicing.
• Track material usage and forecast needs to prevent stoppages.
• Onboard operators, cross-train staff, and conduct reviews.
• Lead diverse teams and resolve floor conflicts to keep lines running.
• Leverage PLCs and ERP data to support production planning.
• Diagnose root causes of issues and implement fixes quickly.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives like Kaizen and 5S.

Skills

Leadership

Safety compliance

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Problem solving

Team coaching

Kaizen

5S

Tools

PLC systems

ERP software

Job description

Job Summary

A Production Line Manager oversees daily manufacturing line operations to ensure safe, efficient, and timely product output. They lead operator teams and coordinate with maintenance, quality control, and supply chain departments to meet production goals.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production operations by managing shift schedules, allocating workers to line stations, and meeting production targets
• Enforce workplace safety protocols, conduct hazard audits, and ensure compliance with OSHA standards to maintain a safe working environment
• Monitor product output against specifications, identify defects, and implement immediate corrective actions to maintain quality standards
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to reduce waste, eliminate bottlenecks, and minimize production downtime
• Coordinate equipment maintenance by scheduling routine servicing and collaborating with maintenance teams to resolve urgent mechanical breakdowns
• Track raw material usage and forecast component needs to prevent production stoppages
• Onboard new operators, cross-train staff on multiple machines, and conduct performance reviews to develop team capabilities
• Lead and coach diverse teams of operators, resolving floor conflicts promptly to maintain smooth operations
• Utilize technical knowledge of automation systems, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software to support production processes
• Diagnose root causes of mechanical or process failures under tight time constraints and implement effective solutions
• Employ Continuous Improvement methods such as Kaizen, 5S, and process mapping to optimize workflows and enhance efficiency