Senior Production Engineer / Assistant Manager | Onsite

PassFort; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SepPure Technologies in Singapore is hiring a Senior Production Engineer / Assistant Manager to lead hollow fibre membrane manufacturing operations onsite. The role focuses on spinning, downstream processing, scale-up, and continuous improvement across production lines.

You will drive process optimisation, ensure safety and compliance, and collaborate with R&D and QA/QC to meet product specs and timelines. A hands-on leader with 3–5 years in similar environments is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing/production operations, preferably hollow fibre membranes or related continuous processes.
• Strong understanding of production operations, process discipline, and problem solving.
• Practical, hands-on mindset with ownership of outcomes.
• Direct experience in hollow fibre membrane spinning or module fabrication is preferred.
• Experience scaling processes from pilot to production.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day production operations for hollow fibre membranes.
• Operate, optimise, and troubleshoot hollow fibre spinning lines and downstream processes.
• Support scale-up from lab and pilot lines to industrial production.
• Improve yield, throughput, and cost through structured process optimisation.
• Implement and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and production documentation.
• Monitor spinning, coagulation, solvent exchange, drying, and potting parameters.
• Conduct in-process quality checks and root-cause analysis for defects.
• Work with QA/QC on fibre geometry, mechanical integrity, and module performance.
• Support process validation, change management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Train technicians and junior staff on production processes and best practices.

Job description

Senior Production Engineer / Assistant Manager | Onsite

Senior Production Engineer / Assistant Manager

About the Company

SepPure Technologies is a CleanTech company that is revolutionizing the energy-intensive chemical separation processes through the application of novel membrane materials and processes. If you enjoy working in an innovative environment, we have a great opportunity for you. At SepPure Technologies, we believe in making a positive impact on the world through sustainable technology. Our chemical-resistant nanofiltration membranes are disrupting traditional chemical separation processes, such as distillation and evaporation, and reducing global energy use, emissions, and pollution. With up to 15% of the world’s total energy spent on industrial-scale chemical separations, SepPure Technologies’ sustainable process is a game changer. We are currently working on transformative projects edible oil, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, solvents, and fine-chemical industries. Join us on our mission to create a sustainable future through CleanTech innovation.

Role Summary

We are seeking a Production Engineer / Senior Production Engineer to support and lead the manufacturing operations of hollow fibre membranes and industrial membrane modules. This role is operations-driven, with strong emphasis on hollow fibre spinning, post-treatment at industrial scale.

Responsibilities

Manufacturing & Operations

Own day-to-day production operations for hollow fibre membranes.

Operate, optimise, and troubleshoot hollow fibre spinning lines and downstream processes.

Support scale‑up from lab and pilot lines to industrial production.

Improve yield, consistency, throughput, and cost through structured process optimisation.

Implement and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and production documentation.

Process Control & Quality

Monitor critical process parameters (spinning, coagulation, solvent exchange, drying, potting).

Conduct in-process quality checks and root-cause analysis for defects or performance deviations.

Work closely with QA/QC on fibre geometry, mechanical integrity, and module performance.

Support process validation, change management, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Equipment & Maintenance

Work with maintenance teams on equipment reliability, preventive maintenance, and upgrades.

Support commissioning of new production equipment and lines.

Participate in troubleshooting mechanical, process, and material-related issues.

Safety & Compliance

Ensure safe handling of solvents, polymers, and chemicals in production environments.

Participate in risk assessments (RA), HAZID, HAZOP, and incident investigations.

Maintain compliance with SHE, regulatory, and internal safety requirements.

Cross-Functional Support

Work closely with R&D, engineering, and commercial teams to translate membrane requirements into manufacturable products.

Support pilot trials, customer sampling, and scale-up runs when required.

Train technicians and junior staff on production processes and best practices.

Requirements

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing / production operations, preferably in hollow fibre membranes, polymers, fibres, films, or related continuous processes; OR

Industrial chemical, materials, or process manufacturing with strong hands‑on exposure.

Strong understanding of production operations, process discipline, and problem‑solving.

Practical, hands‑on mindset with strong ownership of outcomes.

Preferred

Direct experience in hollow fibre membrane spinning or module fabrication.

Experience scaling processes from pilot to production.

Exposure to polymer processing, fibre extrusion, membrane modules, or similar unit operations.

Ability to lead technicians and coordinate daily production activities.

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related fields.

SEP Pure Technologies is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.