Production Manager

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily production operations for Cover Assembly and Machining to achieve production output, quality, cost and delivery targets

• Develop and execute production plans in alignment with customer demand, delivery schedules, capacity and available resources

• Monitor production progress, workflow, cycle time, throughput, machine utilization and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)

• Oversee machining operations, including CNC machining and related precision manufacturing processes

• Ensure machining processes meet dimensional accuracy, surface finish, process capability and product quality requirements

• Oversee cover assembly activities to ensure compliance with assembly drawings, specifications and customer requirements

• Lead, develop and manage Production Supervisors, Team Leaders, technicians and operators across machining and assembly operations

• Work closely with Planning, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Procurement and Maintenance teams to ensure smooth production execution

• Monitor production costs, labour productivity, material consumption, tooling expenses, scrap and rework costs

• Establish and monitor key production performance indicators, including output achievement, on-time delivery, productivity, yield, scrap, rework and downtime

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related discipline is preferred

• Minimum 8–10 years of manufacturing experience, with at least 3–5 years in a production management or equivalent leadership role

• Experience in precision engineering, semiconductor manufacturing, CNC machining, metal fabrication or high-tech manufacturing is preferred

• Demonstrated experience managing machining and assembly operations in a production environment

• Good understanding of CNC machining processes, machining parameters, tooling, fixtures, engineering drawings and dimensional inspection requirements

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage supervisors, technicians and operators across multiple production processes

• Good understanding of manufacturing quality systems, including ISO 9001, SPC, NCR, CAPA, root-cause analysis and corrective actions

• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, PDCA and other continuous improvement methodologies

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and cross-functional coordination skills

• Able to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and manage competing operational priorities

• Willing to work at East Region/Changi North Crescent