Production Manager - Dilution Refrigerator Manufacturing

About the role

Maybell Quantum, a venture-backed team of scientists and engineers building dilution refrigerators for quantum computing, is looking for a Production Manager to set up and run production at its new Singapore facility. You will lead a team of technicians building, testing and shipping the units, train them, own build quality and solve problems on the floor, working closely with the engineering and manufacturing teams in Denver to transfer proven processes.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise and schedule technicians across assembly, test and shipping, set daily priorities and onboard new technicians with hands-on training.
• Assemble subsystems such as cryostat plates, radiation shields, wiring, thermal links and gas-handling hardware; run cooldowns and acceptance tests, monitoring thermometry and pressure data.
• Pump down high-vacuum systems, perform helium leak detection and fix leaks; troubleshoot failures and carry out rework and repairs.
• Bring build, test and inspection procedures from Denver to Singapore, write and update work instructions, and keep test records and nonconformance reports accurate.
• Coordinate with supply chain on parts, tooling and consumables and keep the work area organized and audit-ready.
• Enforce safe handling of liquid nitrogen, helium and pressurized gas and ensure compliance with Singapore Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) requirements.

Required profile

• Diploma, Higher Nitec or equivalent in mechanical, mechatronics, electrical or a related engineering field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience assembling, testing or maintaining complex electromechanical, vacuum or scientific equipment.
• Welding experience and 2+ years leading or supervising a team of technicians.
• Hands-on experience with high-vacuum systems, helium leak detection and cryogens such as liquid nitrogen or liquid helium.
• Able to read mechanical drawings, schematics and wiring diagrams, use precision tools and measure accurately.
• Strong English communication skills, self-starter, able to work on-site in Singapore and eligible to work there.
• Preferred: experience with dilution refrigerators, cryostats, brazing, soldering, cleanroom assembly, semiconductor/aerospace/medical device manufacturing, starting up a production line, and working in a venture-backed startup; willingness to travel to Denver, CO for training.

What we offer

• Competitive monthly salary in SGD plus a performance bonus.
• A founding role at the Singapore site with direct influence on product building.
• Collaboration with scientists, engineers and business leaders in a fast-growing company.