Production Supervisor (Night Shift)

About the role

Thales, a global technology leader in aerospace, defence, cybersecurity and digital identity, is looking for a proactive and experienced Production Supervisor (Night Shift) in Singapore. Working closely with the Production Manager, the supervisor oversees daily production operations, leads production teams and drives continuous improvement in a high-volume, high-tech manufacturing environment.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and monitor daily production activities to meet targets, quality requirements and schedules
• Allocate manpower, equipment and resources, prepare duty rosters, assign tasks and authorise overtime
• Monitor performance, identify bottlenecks and implement corrective actions; troubleshoot issues with relevant departments
• Support the Production Manager with new projects, including installation, positioning and commissioning of production lines and machinery
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, work instructions and customer requirements; document and report non-conformities and initiate preventive and corrective actions
• Segregate and control non-conforming products until issues are resolved
• Lead, supervise and motivate operators and line leaders, conduct performance appraisals and organise on-the-job training and QCC activities
• Communicate priorities, work instructions and safety requirements across shifts, and recommend process improvements
• Enforce workplace safety, maintain housekeeping, comply with security procedures and ISO 14001 environmental policies, and assist with special projects

Required profile

• Diploma in Engineering or a related technical discipline
• At least 3 years of supervisory experience in a high-volume, high-tech manufacturing environment
• Proven experience supervising production operators and line leaders
• Ability to manage shift operations independently and achieve production targets
• Experience in OJT programmes, QCC activities, lean manufacturing or continuous improvement, and familiarity with ISO 14001 and quality management systems

Required skills

• Good knowledge of manufacturing processes, production planning, workflow management and production techniques
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Leadership, communication and influencing skills
• Familiarity with quality management systems, non-conformance control, workplace safety and environmental management