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Production Manager (Packaging)

Singapore Permanent SG$6,000 - SG$10,000 per month (SG$72,000 - SG$120,000 per year) Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
The Production Manager will be responsible for ensuring that all activities are carried out safely and in full compliance with health & safety, environmental, quality, and food safety requirements while driving teams to achieve operational excellence by meeting performance targets, delivering measurable continuous improvements, reducing costs, and maintaining outstanding customer service and product quality.
  • Large, stable global organisation
  • Strong, purposeful culture

About Our Client

The organisation is a well-established entity within the packaging industry.

Job Description

  • Contribute to the development and delivery of the site and overall business strategy, ensuring strong alignment between operational goals and business objectives.
  • Lead site operations to deliver safe, high-quality, efficient production through continuous improvement, effective capacity planning, and optimisation of cost, waste, and downtime.
  • Drive operational excellence by managing approved capital and improvement initiatives, ensuring robust performance data, timely reporting, and informed decision-making.
  • Ensure compliance with, and ongoing development of, site management systems and standards (e.g. ISO, BRC), embedding best practice across all operational activities.
  • Provide leadership to production and engineering teams to improve equipment reliability, support major engineering projects, and enhance engagement in quality and waste-reduction initiatives.
  • Develop and lead a high-performing operations team through clear communication, performance management, training, succession planning, and the establishment of effective working practices.
  • Champion world-class manufacturing principles, supporting training delivery, cross-functional collaboration, and regular operational reviews to drive sustainable improvement.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's Degree in supply chain, engineering, business or a related field, with experience in packaging considered an advantage.
  • Proven senior-level operations or production management experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, with a minimum of five years in a comparable leadership role.
  • Demonstrated success in leading and delivering change programmes, including hands-on application of Lean and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g. Six Sigma, Kaizen).
  • Strong leadership capability with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop teams, supported by excellent communication, facilitation, and training skills.
  • Highly analytical and structured approach to problem-solving, combined with a pragmatic, hands-on mindset and strong customer focus.
  • High levels of drive, energy, and personal commitment to transforming manufacturing capability, with excellent communications.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary package.
  • Comprehensive employee benefits.
  • Potential for career growth and professional development.
Contact
Kimberly Choo (Lic No.: R22109855 / EA No.: 18S9099)
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6916036
Phone number
+65 6533 2777

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
Production, Manufacturing
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Singapore
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Kimberly Choo (Lic No.: R22109855 / EA No.: 18S9099)
Consultant contact
+65 6533 2777
Job Reference
JN-012026-6916036
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.