Production Supervisor (Manufacturing Plant)

MFB PRODUCTS ASIA PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

MFB PRODUCTS ASIA PTE LTD is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead day-to-day manufacturing operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality output. You will supervise production teams, enforce SOPs, and drive continuous improvement across the plant.

The role requires 3–5 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, strong leadership and communication skills, and a solid understanding of production processes and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in manufacturing/process engineering or a related field.
• Experience managing manufacturing teams in an industrial plant.
• Strong knowledge of production processes and safety regulations.
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production activities to meet output, quality, and efficiency targets.
• Plan manpower, machines, and materials according to the schedule.
• Monitor workflow, machine utilization, and process conditions to prevent delays.
• Lead safety briefings and ensure 5S and SHE compliance.
• Coordinate with design/engineering for production rollouts.
• Coach and develop operators and technicians on safety and performance.
• Track production metrics and report weekly progress.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team management

Safety compliance

Education

Diploma or Degree in Manufacturing Process, ME or related engineering field

Job description

Job Scope:

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating day‑to‑day manufacturing operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high‑quality production output. This role oversees production teams, ensures compliance with SOPs and safety regulations, and supports continuous improvement across the plant.

Key Responsibilities:

Production Operations Management

• Oversee all manufacturing activities on the production floor to achieve daily output, quality, and efficiency targets.
• Plan and allocate manpower, machines, and materials according to the production schedule.
• Monitor workflow, machine utilization, and process conditions to prevent delay or downtime.
• Coordinate with Design and Engineering teams for the timely rollout of production.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure production processes follow approved SOPs, production standards, and customer specifications.
• Conduct in‑process quality assurance and quality for parts deviations and to take immediate action.
• Support root‑cause analysis and corrective actions for quality issues.
• Liaise with Design and QC teams for inspections, audits, and documentation updates.

. Team Leadership & Workforce Management

• Supervise, mentor, and develop operators and service and assembly personnel to work efficiently on the job assignments.
• Conduct toolbox and safety briefings on the daily production targets, safety reminders, and operational updates.
• Enforce workplace discipline, attendance, and adherence to company policies.
• Facilitate proper handover between each stage of the production to ensure smooth operation.

Safety, Health & Environment (SHE)

• Enforce compliance with plant safety rules, PPE requirements and safe work procedures.
• Conduct regular safety walkabouts and ensure immediate correction of unsafe conditions.
• Participate in incident investigations and support HSE initiatives.
• Maintain 5S standards to keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.

Production Monitoring & Reporting

• Track and report production progress including output, challenges, downtime, scrap rate, and labour utilization.
• Prepare weekly updates covering progress of production, manpower deployment, and issues encountered.
• Escalate critical issue, quality deviations, and material shortages in a timely manner.
• Recommend process improvements to increase productivity and reduce costs.

Resource Management

• Monitor consumables for tools and machine, and critical spare parts to prevent shortages.
• Coordinate with warehouse and procurement for timely replenishment.
• Ensure proper storage, usage, and traceability of materials and tools.
• Support annual inventory audits as required.

Continuous Improvement

• Support Lean Manufacturing, and 5S activities within the production area.
• Identify opportunities to optimize workflow, reduce waste, excessive labour cost and improve machine efficiency.
• Collaborate with design and engineering, procurement and QC, on productivity improvement.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Manufacturing Process, Mand E or related engineering field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or industrial plant environment.
• Strong knowledge of production processes, equipment operation, and safety regulations.
• Good leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Able to understand production stages, job schedule, and manpower planning.