SMC MANUFACTURING (SINGAPORE) PTE LTD Hiring! Full Time Injection Molding Engineer in West Region (Singapore), Earn up to SGD 3,500 - Ricebowl

Key Responsibilities

1. Production & Operation Control  

·         Supervise daily operations of plastic injection molding machines and supporting equipment.

·         Ensure production schedules are met according to planning and customer requirements.

·         Monitor machine performance, cycle time, and output efficiency.

·         Coordinate mold changeover, machine setup, and parameter adjustment during production runs.

·         Ensure correct use of raw materials, colorants, and regrind according to approved standards.

2. Quality Control & Process Improvement

·         Ensure all molded parts meet dimensional, visual, and functional quality requirements.

·         Enforce adherence to process parameters, work instructions, and inspection plans.

·         Participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions for defects such as short shots, flash, warpage, burn marks, and sink marks.

·         Collaborate with QA and Engineering teams on continuous improvement initiatives.

·         Support implementation of SPC, poka‑yoke, and lean manufacturing practices.

3. Machine and Mold Repair & Maintenance

·         Coordinate with maintenance and tooling teams on machine downtime and mold repairs.

·         Coordinate with suppliers on machine repairs.

·         Ensure machine maintenance is carried out according to schedule.

4. Workforce Supervision

·         Supervise, train, and motivate operators, technicians, and material handlers.

·         Allocate manpower effectively for shift operations and production priorities.

·         Conduct daily briefings, shift handovers, and on‑the‑job training.

·         Monitor operator discipline, attendance, and adherence to safety rules.

·         Support performance evaluations and skill development planning.

5. Safety, Health & Compliance

·         Enforce workplace safety rules and safe machine operation procedures.

·         Ensure compliance with company policies, ISO standards, and regulatory requirements.

·         Promote 5S, housekeeping, and proper use of PPE at all times.

·         Participate in safety audits and incident investigations.

6. Documentation & Reporting

·         Maintain accurate production records, downtime reports, scrap records, and output data.

·         Prepare weekly and monthly production reports.

·         Update process documentation, SOPs, and work instructions as required.

·         Support internal and external audits.

Job Requirements

1.Education

·         Minimum Diploma in Precision Engineering, Mold Design Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline

2.Experience

·         1–3 years of experience in plastic injection molding manufacturing will be advantageous

. Fresh Graduates are welcome to apply

·         Prior experience supervising operators or leading a production shift is preferred.

·         Experience with precision plastic components for industrial or pneumatic products is an advantage.

3.Technical Skills & Knowledge

·         Strong knowledge of plastic injection molding processes and defect analysis

·         Familiarity with thermoplastic materials (e.g. PBT, POM, PP, PA, PPS)

·         Basic understanding of mold design, mold construction, and maintenance principles

·         Ability to read engineering drawings and process sheets

·         Knowledge of process optimization and cycle time improvement