Jobscope:

• Oversee daily plant operations to achieve production targets, quality, safety and efficiency objectives.
• Manage and lead a team of 30–50 personnel, including engineers, shift leaders and technicians.
• Optimize production processes, manpower and equipment utilization to improve operational efficiency and control manufacturing costs.
• Work closely with Maintenance, Engineering, Reliability, Technical and HSE teams to ensure smooth plant operations.
• Develop and implement operating procedures, plant improvements and process optimization initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with plant safety requirements, risk assessments and relevant regulatory standards.
• Lead, coach and develop the production team through training, performance management and career development.
• Provide operational guidance during plant troubleshooting, start-ups, shutdowns and turnaround activities.
• Support commissioning and start-up activities for new plant facilities and expansion projects.
• Lead emergency response activities and implement corrective actions to improve plant reliability and safety.



Requirements:

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or a related Engineering discipline.
• Minimum 12–15 years of experience in chemical manufacturing or process industries.
• Experience in rubber, polymer or petrochemical manufacturing plants will be an advantage.
• Proven experience managing production teams, including engineers, shift leaders and technicians.
• Strong leadership, people management, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Good knowledge of process safety, HSE practices and Singapore regulatory requirements.
• Experience in plant start-up, commissioning and operating procedure development is preferred.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma and 5S is an advantage.
• SCEM certification is required.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
GMP Technologies (S) Pte Ltd | EA Licence: 11C3793 | EA Personnel: Fiona Koh | Registration No: R1109239

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