Senior Manufacturing Ops Leader — Productivity & Delivery

ALSTERN MARINE & OFFSHORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstern Marine & Offshore Pte Ltd in Singapore seeks an experienced Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead manufacturing operations and strategic planning. You will align production with customer demand, manage scheduling, and drive performance.

You will develop processes, monitor KPIs, manage inventory, collaborate with procurement and sales, and lead continuous improvement while ensuring QA/QC compliance and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in manufacturing/industrial operations.
• Experience in production planning and resource allocation.
• Knowledge of QA/QC, ISO standards, and safety requirements.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing operations to achieve targets in productivity, quality, cost, capacity, and delivery performance.
• Develop and execute manufacturing and production plans aligned with customer demand, order requirements, and business priorities.
• Manage production scheduling, manpower planning, and resource allocation to optimize operational utilization.
• Establish and monitor operational KPIs, analyze manufacturing performance data, and implement improvement actions.
• Plan and control materials and inventory for raw materials, components, WIP, and finished goods to ensure availability and optimal stock levels.
• Collaborate with Procurement to secure timely materials supply and resolve supply or production constraints.
• Coordinate with Sales and other functions to align capacity and priorities with customer requirements and delivery commitments.
• Develop and refine operating procedures, production controls, and workflows to enhance efficiency and consistency.
• Monitor production costs, material usage, waste, and expenses; implement cost-control and productivity improvement initiatives.
• Lead continuous improvement programs targeting process optimization, productivity gains, waste reduction, quality enhancement, and operational efficiency.
• Ensure QA/QC standards, workplace safety regulations, and company policies are followed in manufacturing operations.
• Investigate production, quality, material, and operational issues using root-cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive measures.
• Oversee maintenance planning and ensure operational readiness of manufacturing equipment and facilities.
• Develop workforce plans and provide leadership in manpower deployment, performance management, training, and capability development.
• Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain business continuity and reliable manufacturing performance.
• Prepare management reports on production performance, capacity utilization, inventory, costs, quality, and improvement initiatives with actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate with senior management to assess manufacturing capacity, operational needs, process improvements, and future resource requirements.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives involving Manufacturing, Procurement, Sales, Warehouse, and other departments to enhance end-to-end operational performance.

Skills

Manufacturing operations

Production planning

Lean manufacturing

Cost control

Quality management

Root cause analysis

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

ERP systems

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Alstern Marine & Offshore Pte Ltd in Singapore seeks an experienced Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead manufacturing operations and strategic planning. You will align production with customer demand, manage scheduling, and drive performance.

You will develop processes, monitor KPIs, manage inventory, collaborate with procurement and sales, and lead continuous improvement while ensuring QA/QC compliance and safety.