Assistant Production Engineer

Company Overview

GENIC (SINGAPORE) PTE LTD is part of the GENIC Group, a Japan-based manufacturing and engineering group with operations across Asia. GENIC Singapore specializes in precision plastic manufacturing, serving semiconductor, medical device, and industrial sectors with quality components and assemblies.

Job Summary

The Assistant Production Engineer supports manufacturing and engineering teams to ensure smooth production schedules, equipment reliability, and quality standards in a precision engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating daily production schedules based on customer orders, delivery timelines, machine capacity, manpower, and material availability.
• Monitor production progress and follow up with Purchasing, Quality Control, and Logistics teams to minimise delays and ensure on-time delivery.
• Assist in monitoring work orders, material requirements, and production status to ensure smooth manufacturing operations.
• Analyse production data to identify bottlenecks, improve productivity, reduce manpower dependency, and minimise equipment downtime.
• Support process improvement and automation initiatives involving CNC machining, plastic welding, and other manufacturing processes.
• Research and evaluate new manufacturing technologies and practical automation solutions to improve operational efficiency.
• Assist in preparing cost-benefit and return on investment (ROI) analyses for equipment upgrades and process improvement projects.
• Track and report production performance, capacity utilisation, delivery performance, productivity gains, and cost savings.
• Coordinate with relevant departments to implement approved improvement initiatives.
• Support quality, safety, and continuous improvement activities in accordance with company procedures and applicable requirements.

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply. Candidates with 1-2 years of experience in manufacturing or precision engineering will have an advantage.
• Basic knowledge or exposure to CNC machining and/or plastic welding is an advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), with good analytical and numerical skills.
• Basic understanding of production planning, work orders, material availability, and manufacturing processes.
• Strong interest in automation, process improvement, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Good problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyse production data and identify improvement opportunities.
• Proactive, hands-on, organised, and willing to learn and develop practical solutions under guidance.
• Familiarity with Mazak and/or FANUC CNC machines is an advantage.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, or continuous improvement methodologies is an advantage.