Production Supervisor

HENG LONG LEATHER CO. (PTE) LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HENG LONG LEATHER CO. (PTE) LTD in Singapore is seeking a proactive Production & Operations Supervisor to oversee finishing and post-finishing processes, ensure on-time production plans, and maintain smooth workflow across multiple teams.

You will lead safety and housekeeping, drive continuous improvement with R&D for new finishing recipes, and train operators while managing 50+ staff. The role emphasizes quality control, equipment upkeep, and a collaborative, safety-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a supervisory role within a large manufacturing company.
• Strong supervisory track record with demonstrated experience in team development.
• Experience managing multiple teams with a total headcount of 50+ workers and team leaders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily finishing and post-finishing operations to maintain smooth production flow.
• Manage the daily production plan to ensure on-time delivery as per Planning Department schedules.
• Monitor seasoning chemical stock levels and coordinate replenishment with the warehouse.
• Ensure all machinery is maintained and reporting of faults for preventive maintenance.
• Lead safety, health, and housekeeping practices across finishing sections.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Manufacturing operations

Safety & EHS

Job description

1. Production & Operational Supervision

• Supervise daily finishing and post-finishing operations, including AF seasoning, GF seasoning, Special finishing, Felt polish and Glazing to maintain a smooth production flow.
• Manage the daily production plan to ensure on-time delivery according to schedules provided by the Planning Department.
• Monitor and manage Seasoning chemical stock levels by conducting regular physical counts and coordinating replenishment requests with the warehouse.
• Keep all machinery in optimal working condition by coordinating preventive maintenance schedules and reporting technical faults.

2. Quality Control & Colour Matching

• Ensure the finished leather colour strictly meets quality standards, customer specifications, and matching criteria.
• Partner closely with the Dyeing Team and R&D Team to conduct precise colour matching and collaboratively resolve any surface or finishing defects.
• Monitor process parameters closely, making necessary adjustments to improve batch consistency and reduce defects.
• Proactively report departmental issues to the Senior Production Manager, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions.
  

3. Team Leadership, Training & Administration

• Allocate daily tasks, manage operator workflows, and monitor staff attendance, absences, and overtime logs.
• Provide hands-on, on-the-job training to operators and schedule staff for relevant job-related external courses.
• Foster a positive, motivated team mindset to drive efficiency, collaboration, and high administrative standards within the department.

4. R&D, Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Collaborate with the R&D team to test and evaluate new finishing recipes, chemical formulations, machinery, and processing techniques.
• Train and guide operators on how to implement newly developed recipes and technical processes safely and effectively.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at boosting productivity, reducing chemical waste, and improving environmental sustainability.

5. Safety, Health & Housekeeping (EHS)

• Ensure all safe working practices are strictly followed in compliance with safety regulations, especially regarding proper chemical handling.
• Follow up on all safety aspects, including the regular update and enforcement of Work Instructions (WI) and Risk Assessments (RA).
• Actively attend and contribute to company safety briefings and operational meetings.
• Maintain excellent standards of housekeeping and cleanliness across all finishing sections and surrounding department areas.

REQUIREMENTS

• Experience working in a supervisory role within a large manufacturing company.
• Strong supervisory track record with demonstrated experience in team development.
• Experience managing multiple teams with a total headcount of 50+ workers and team leaders.