Senior Manufacturing Specialist

Teknor Apex; Singapore; On-site; SGD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Singapore is seeking a production operator to manage production lines and ensure quality control. The ideal candidate should have a minimum SPM or equivalent, possess experience in Polymer Extrusion, and hold a forklift license. Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dusty environment are essential. This role includes adjusting production parameters and training other staff members, under rotating shifts and occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• Minimum SPM passed English or 3 years’ experience in Polymer Extrusion.
• Ability to operate a forklift and possess a forklift license.
• Strong communication skills and ability to adhere to protocols.
• Trained with 6-Sigma Yellow Belt.
• Good understanding of Lean Basics, RCA and LSW.
• Able to read, speak and understand basic English.

Responsibilities

• Start and stop the production line according to protocol.
• Document and communicate necessary adjustments as per protocols.
• Conduct training for manufacturing specialists.
• Operate forklift and hand trucks.
• Communicate with shift supervisor about processing problems and troubleshoot adjustments.
• Document and communicate adjustments per protocol.
• Disassemble, clean and reassemble equipment.
• Assist Debagging and Packing operators as needed.
• Conduct training to manufacturing specialists and senior staff.
• Assist QC/QA tests including sample preparation.
• Put-away/release finished goods and update system status.
• Stand in during supervisor’s absence.
• Complete any other assignments from the Supervisor.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and lean initiatives: propose ideas, participate in projects, implement corrective actions.

Skills

Forklift operation

Strong communication skills

Lean basics

RCA and LSW understanding

Low-level English

Education

SPM or equivalent

Experience in Polymer Extrusion

Job description

Role and Responsibilities

• Able to start and stop the production line according to protocol and set the required parameters.
• Keeps accurate records and notes on production sheets.
• Follow test procedures on finished goods and record results that this may include: melt flow, specific gravity, hardness (test stand and handheld), etc.
• Operate forklift and hand trucks.
• Communicate with shift supervisor about processing problems and be able to troubleshoot and make necessary/permitted adjustments to fix them.
• Document and communicate adjustments according to protocol.
• Disassemble, clean, and reassemble equipment.
• Assist Debagging and Packing operators when needed.
• Conduct training to manufacturing specialist and senior manufacturing support.
• Assist to conduct QC/QA tests including sample preparation.
• Follow up to put-away/release the finished goods and change the status (downgrade/update) in the system.[TT1.1]
• Stand in during supervisor’s absence.
• Complete any other assignment given by the Supervisor.
• Continuous improvement and lean initiatives:
  • (a) Be able to put forward with good ideas and effective suggestion on continuous improvement.
  • (b) Be a member of the continuous team and, actively participate in departmental or cross-functional improvement projects, to drive process improvements, cost reduction, and operational excellence.
  • (c) Be competent to implement effective corrective and preventive actions to address issues.

Education Qualification

• Minimum SPM passed English or 3 years’ experience in Polymer Extrusion.
• Minimum N level or 3 years’ experience in Polymer Extrusion.

Work Experience

• Require some years of relevant working experience.

Specific Knowledge

• Possess Forklift License.
• Trained with 6-Sigma Yellow Belt.
• Have a good understanding on Lean Basics, RCA and LSW.

Language

• Able to read, speak and understand basic English.

Others

• Strong Communication Skills.
• Possess Forklift License.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25kg.
• Ability to perform duties under specific time requirements.
• Ability to adapt to changing duties and responsibilities.
• Able to listen and speak clearly.
• No color blindness, skin allergy.
• Able to work rotating shift, overtime as assigned.
• Able to work on weekend as assigned.
• Ability to work in a dusty, hot and humid environment.