Production Manager

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

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Singapore is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee high-volume production operations in the plastics industry. You will lead a team, monitor production performance, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to ensure quality standards are met. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of manufacturing experience with a focus on polymer processes. Strong leadership and communication skills, along with proficiency in Mandarin, are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ production or manufacturing experience, 5 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in polymer and plastics industry preferred.
• Proficiency in Mandarin preferred for communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end plastics manufacturing workflows including extrusion and machining.
• Monitor KPIs like output and scrap rate, and implement improvements.
• Lead and mentor production supervisors across multiple shifts.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and contribute to strategic planning.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in relevant engineering fields

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Production Manager with a strong background in the plastics or polymer manufacturing industry. This role will be responsible for overseeing 24/7 high-volume production operations, ensuring manufacturing excellence, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to meet business objectives. You will lead a team of production operators, and technical support staff, ensuring alignment across departments and 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, and cycle 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, and continuous improvement.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other improvement methodologies to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality.
• Work closely with supply chain, maintenance, process, and quality departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant quality and industry standards.
• Contribute to strategic planning for capacity expansion, new technology adoption, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Liaise with regional and international teams where necessary.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical, Chemical, Industrial Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years’ production or manufacturing experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Polymer and plastics industry experience preferred.
• Proven track record in plastics, polymers, or composite manufacturing.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and people management skills.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other process improvement tools.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Mandarin preferred to effectively communicate with Mandarin-speaking clients.