We are a leading company in the Precision Engineering industry with factories in Singapore and Malaysia. Specializing in the design and manufacturing of high precision components for Aerospace and Semi-con industries, we are committed to innovation and operational excellence, integrating Industry 4.0 and automation to enhance our manufacturing processes.

We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager with a background in Precision Engineeringto drive operational excellence, optimize manufacturing processes, and lead our transition towards a smart factory environment. This role is critical in ensuring high productivity, cost effectiveness, and continuous improvement in our precision engineering operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Manufacturing

- Manage the production team and motivate them to work as a team to achieve high productivity:

- Manage production and ensure production efficiency & good quality.

- Implement automation and industry 4.0 solutions to enhance productivity, reduce waste and improve process

control.

- Ensure the production staff use the Epicor ERP system correctly and with good discipline.

- Monitor production processes and adjust schedules to ensure timely delivery.

- Ensure optimal utilization of resources, including manpower, materials, and machinery.

- Plan and arrange production schedules and loading for in house and subcontractors to eliminate bottlenecks.

Sourcing for good subcontractors, negotiate to obtain good price and lead time improved

- Prepare regular reports for senior management on production performance and any issues that need

addressing

- Work closely with the supply chain team to ensure the timely availability of raw materials and components.

- Manage inventory levels to avoid production delays.

- Monitor and determine various staffing and training needs

- Work closely with the quality assurance team to ensure products meet the required specifications. Conduct in-

process inspection.

- Interact with customers as needed to address any concerns regarding product quality or delivery schedules.

- Ensure customer satisfaction by meeting or exceeding expectations in terms of product quality and delivery

timelines.

- Develop and manage production schedules to meet customer demands.

Engineering: (Process planning, programming & product costing)

- Manage the engineering team to meet delivery commitment and ensure the team to produce high quality

services:

- Ensure detail process plans/routers/programs for all production parts and design clamping fixtures

and special tooling are prepared in advanced

- Support customer technical review and support RFQ

- Provide costing analysis, calculation and estimate of cost of production to support quotation.

- Handle and monitor all customer NPI project

- Planning, process optimization and executing strategies for all projects

Continuous Improvements

- Adhere closely to the ISO 9000 management system and drive continuous improvements in production

processes to enhance efficiency and reduce wastes.

- Implement process improvement and implement lean manufacturing principles and other best

practices

- Make full use of the Epicor ERP system for analysis and maintain accurate records of production

data, including output, quality metrics, and downtime.

- Drive cost and lead time reduction and cost saving activities

- Conduct regular audits and ensure that all ISO procedures are being practised with no deviations

especially for aerospace parts.