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Spindex Industries Limited Hiring! Full Time Project - NPI Manager in , Earn up to SGD 9,000 - Ricebowl
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Founded in 1981, Spindex is a leading regional precision engineering manufacturer specializing in turning, machining, grinding, surface treatments, and mechanical sub-assemblies. Headquartered in Singapore, it operates facilities in China, Malaysia, and Vietnam with over 2,000 employees.
Job Summary
As Project & NPI Manager, you will lead the full lifecycle of New Product Introduction and engineering changes, coordinating cross-functional teams and managing product transfers to regional plants, ensuring smooth production launches with frequent overseas travel.
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end NPI projects by managing milestones, timelines, budgets, and risks to ensure successful design transfer and production ramp-up
Coordinate cross-functional teams (R&D, Tooling, Process Engineering, QA, Supply Chain) across Singapore and regional plants in Malaysia, China, and Vietnam to align project goals
Travel frequently to overseas plants to oversee pilot runs, resolve manufacturing issues, conduct equipment and process qualifications, and audit production readiness
Serve as the primary technical liaison for international MNC clients to facilitate Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews and manage Engineering Change Orders (ECO)
Apply structured problem-solving methods (FMEA, SPC, 8D, DOE) to optimize yield, control costs, and achieve zero-defect production launches
Communicate technical information effectively in English and Mandarin to support collaboration with plant management and operations teams across regional sites
Manage stakeholder relationships and adapt communication styles to navigate diverse workplace cultures in the region
Demonstrate flexibility and readiness to travel overseas on short notice to meet project requirements
Required competencies and certifications
Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Precision Engineering, or related technical disciplines
Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in Project Management and New Product Introduction within precision engineering, machining, turning, or mechanical sub-assembly manufacturing
Proficiency in written and spoken English and Mandarin to conduct technical discussions, review engineering documentation, and align production goals with regional teams
Proven experience managing production transfers or manufacturing projects across Asian borders, specifically Malaysia, China, or Vietnam
Strong technical knowledge of precision machining processes (CNC turning/milling, grinding, surface treatments), 2D/3D engineering drawings, and GD&T
Preferred competencies and qualifications
Exceptional stakeholder management skills and cultural adaptability to work effectively across diverse regional teams
Founded in 1981, Spindex is a leading regional precision engineering manufacturer with core competencies in turning, machining, grinding, surface treatments, and mechanical sub-assemblies. Headquartered in Singapore, Spindex operates manufacturing facilities across China, Malaysia, and Vietnam, with more than 2,000 employees.
With a diversified, globally represented customer base, Spindex is focused on strengthening operational excellence,
productivity, and consistency across its regional footprint to support growth, competitiveness, and long-term sustainability.
Founded in 1981, Spindex is a leading regional precision engineering manufacturer specializing in turning, machining, grinding, surface treatments, and mechanical sub-assemblies. Headquartered in Singapore, it operates facilities in China, Malaysia, and Vietnam with over 2,000 employees.
Job Summary
As Project & NPI Manager, you will lead the full lifecycle of New Product Introduction and engineering changes, coordinating cross-functional teams and managing product transfers to regional plants, ensuring smooth production launches with frequent overseas travel.
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end NPI projects by managing milestones, timelines, budgets, and risks to ensure successful design transfer and production ramp-up
Coordinate cross-functional teams (R&D, Tooling, Process Engineering, QA, Supply Chain) across Singapore and regional plants in Malaysia, China, and Vietnam to align project goals
Travel frequently to overseas plants to oversee pilot runs, resolve manufacturing issues, conduct equipment and process qualifications, and audit production readiness
Serve as the primary technical liaison for international MNC clients to facilitate Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews and manage Engineering Change Orders (ECO)
Apply structured problem-solving methods (FMEA, SPC, 8D, DOE) to optimize yield, control costs, and achieve zero-defect production launches
Communicate technical information effectively in English and Mandarin to support collaboration with plant management and operations teams across regional sites
Manage stakeholder relationships and adapt communication styles to navigate diverse workplace cultures in the region
Demonstrate flexibility and readiness to travel overseas on short notice to meet project requirements
Required competencies and certifications
Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Precision Engineering, or related technical disciplines
Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in Project Management and New Product Introduction within precision engineering, machining, turning, or mechanical sub-assembly manufacturing
Proficiency in written and spoken English and Mandarin to conduct technical discussions, review engineering documentation, and align production goals with regional teams
Proven experience managing production transfers or manufacturing projects across Asian borders, specifically Malaysia, China, or Vietnam
Strong technical knowledge of precision machining processes (CNC turning/milling, grinding, surface treatments), 2D/3D engineering drawings, and GD&T
Preferred competencies and qualifications
Exceptional stakeholder management skills and cultural adaptability to work effectively across diverse regional teams
Founded in 1981, Spindex is a leading regional precision engineering manufacturer with core competencies in turning, machining, grinding, surface treatments, and mechanical sub-assemblies. Headquartered in Singapore, Spindex operates manufacturing facilities across China, Malaysia, and Vietnam, with more than 2,000 employees.
With a diversified, globally represented customer base, Spindex is focused on strengthening operational excellence,
productivity, and consistency across its regional footprint to support growth, competitiveness, and long-term sustainability.
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