Professional Testing Services Pte Ltd is seeking a hands-on and people-oriented Workshop Manager to lead the machining workshop in preparing metal specimens for laboratory testing.
You will supervise a team of machinists to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality operations.
The ideal candidate combines strong technical knowledge in machining with effective leadership to drive workflow improvements, resource optimization, and team development on the shop floor.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic and operational leadership to ensure smooth, safe, and efficient daily workshop operations.
- Oversee resource planning, workload distribution, and manpower deployment to meet production schedules and quality targets.
- Ensure all machining and specimen preparation activities are performed in accordance with SOPs, safety, and SAC-SINGLAS quality standards.
- Lead, coach, develop a team of machinists to achieve high performance and accountability.
- Maintain traceability and proper documentation of all samples, materials, and processes.
- Oversee maintenance, calibration, and availability of workshop equipment, tooling, and consumables.
- Design or develop custom fixtures, jigs, and moulds to enhance machining accuracy, efficiency, and workflow.
- Develop and implement Workshop SOPs, training frameworks, and improvement initiatives.
- Monitor departmental expenditure, inventory, and assist in annual budget planning and cost control.
- Promote a culture of safety, quality, and teamwork through effective communication and cross-departmental collaboration.
- Identify process inefficiencies and lead continuous improvement projects to enhance operational excellence.
Job Requirements:
- Diploma or Degree in Precision, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or any related field.
- Minimum 5 years of supervisory or managerial experience in machining or workshop operations.
- Strong knowledge of machining processes (milling, turning, wire EDM) and workshop safety.
- Proficient in interpreting mechanical drawings and developing machining process plans.
- Familiarity with metal processing techniques such as welding, cutting, and heat treatment.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder-management skills.
- Proficient in MS Office and fluent in English, Malay and Mandarin for effective team communication.