Production Coordinator

Job Title:

Production Coordinator

Department:

Manufacturing / Production

Reports To:

Production Manager / Plant Manager

Job Summary

The Production Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and monitoring daily manufacturing operations to ensure production schedules are met efficiently. This role acts as a key link between production, procurement, warehouse, and logistics teams to maintain smooth workflow and timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor daily production schedules to meet customer requirements and deadlines
• Liaise with production teams to ensure materials, manpower, and equipment are available and properly allocated
• Track production progress and resolve bottlenecks or delays in a timely manner
• Collaborate with procurement and warehouse teams to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components
• Maintain accurate production records, reports, and documentation
• Assist in production planning, forecasting, and capacity analysis
• Coordinate with quality control to ensure products meet required standards
• Communicate with internal departments (sales, logistics, etc.) regarding order status and delivery timelines
• Support inventory monitoring to prevent shortages or overstocking
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety and company procedures
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and efficiency

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Diploma or Degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field
• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Experience in planning and coordination roles is preferred

Technical Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP/MRP systems
• Understanding of production processes and workflow
• Knowledge of inventory control and supply chain operations
• Ability to analyze production data and generate reports

Soft Skills

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Good communication and coordination ability
• Attention to detail and problem-solving mindset
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Team player with proactive attitude

Working Conditions

• Based in manufacturing plant environment
• May require shift work depending on production schedule
• Occasional overtime during peak periods

Job Summary

The Production Coordinator is responsible for coordinating production-related tank farm activities to support safe, efficient, and uninterrupted blending and filling operations within the lubricant blending plant. The role acts as the key interface between Production, Tank Farm, Planning, and Quality teams to ensure timely material availability, accurate inventory control, proper sampling activities, and smooth tank transfer coordination. The position supports production planning execution, weekly/monthly stock take activities and operational coordination to minimize production delays and improve overall plant efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Operations Coordination

·      Coordinate daily tank farm activities to support production requirements and blending schedules.

·      Liaise with Tank Farm personnel to ensure timely tank-to-tank and tank-to-blending transfers.

·      Monitor tank availability, line readiness, and material status to prevent production interruptions.

·      Perform base oil, additive, and finished product sampling activities as requested.

·      Track transfer activities and communication of operational issues or delays to Production Supervisors and Assistant Plant Manager.

·      Monitor inventory movement and maintain operational awareness of critical stock levels.

Coordination & Planning

·      Coordinate transfer scheduling and tank utilization planning to support production priorities.

·      Review stock balances against production requirements and identify potential shortages or discrepancies.

·      Support alignment between Production, Tank Farm, and Planning teams.

·      Track and report operational issues impacting production efficiency or material availability.

Stock Take & Inventory Control

·      Coordinate weekly/monthly stock take activities for production-related inventory and tank farm base oil.

·      Support tank dipping, physical inventory verification, and stock reconciliation activities.

·      Ensure proper stock count documentation and adherence to stock take procedures.

·      Investigate inventory discrepancies and support variance analysis with Finance, Production, and Tank Farm teams.

·      Coordinate SAP inventory verification and ensure timely reporting of stock variances.

Documentation

·      Coordinate with relevant departments to ensure inventory records are updated correctly.

·      Maintain proper operational records for transfers, sampling, stock take, and inventory reconciliation.

Safety, Health & Environment

·      Ensure all coordination activities comply with company safety requirements and Singapore regulations.

·      Promote safe work practices during transfer, sampling, and stock take activities.

·      Participate in incident investigations and support corrective action implementation when required.

Continuous Improvement

·      Identify opportunities to improve transfer coordination, inventory accuracy, and operational efficiency.

·      Support initiatives to reduce production delays caused by material or tank availability issues.

·      Participate in process improvement and operational optimization activities.

Requirements

Education & Experience

·      NITEC / Diploma in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or related field

·      Minimum 3–5 years of experience in lubricant, chemical, or process manufacturing operations.

·      Experience in tank farm operations, inventory coordination, or production support is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

·      Good understanding of tank farm operations, liquid transfer systems, and inventory control.

·      Strong coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills.

·      Ability to work closely with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

·      Good analytical and organizational capability.

·      Knowledge of safety practices related to bulk liquid handling and chemical operations.

Position: Product Specialist

Working Location: Bras Basah
Working Hours:  8am to 5pm/8.30am to 5.30pm/9am to 6pm/930am to 630pm (flexi)
Working Days: Monday - Friday
Salary Range: $3500 - $3800

KEY ROLE(S), RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Define and communicate the product vision, strategy, and road map in alignment with company goals and business objectives
• Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams to gather and define project requirements, scope, objectives, and acceptance criteria
• Prioritise the product backlog and manage the entire product lifecycle from conceptualisation to post-launch optimization
• Break down complex requirements into actionable engineering tasks, set timeframes, estimate timelines with engineering teams, and establish detailed project plans
• Monitor project progress, identify technical risks, develop mitigation strategies, and address issues promptly
• Act as the central point of contact, translating technical concepts into business-friendly language and communicating project status to all participants and leadership
• Conduct user testing and internal dogfooding cycles, gather feedback, triage issues, file actionable tickets, verify fixes, and communicate outcomes to stakeholders
• Drive product adoption and user engagement by analysing usage patterns, identifying drop-off points, and implementing strategies to improve retention and active usage
• Engage proactively with product owners, business units, and branch teams to understand on-the-ground needs, conduct training sessions, and gather feedback for product improvements
• Define and monitor key product metrics and analytics to assess performance and identify areas for improvement
• Create and maintain comprehensive product and project documentation, including technical decisions, architecture changes, plans, and reports
• Coordinate technical reviews, sign-offs, and testing efforts to ensure requirements and quality standards are met before deployment, and monitor post-deployment issues
• Plan and write release notes and newsletters for product updates, and stay current with industry trends through market research and competitor analysis
• Utilise project management tools to track work hours, plan execution, and monitor expenditures
• Facilitate technical knowledge sharing between team members and provide user support, ensuring queries and issues are addressed promptly
• Support administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, taking minutes, and executing necessary legal paperwork including contracts and terms of agreement

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor Is degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, Finance, IT, or a relevant field
• Proven experience as a Product Manager, Product Owner, Project Manager, Project Coordinator, or similar role within fintech, financial services, or
  technology-driven companies
• Hands-on experience managing all stages of the product lifecycle and working with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality digital products
• Technical background with knowledge of software development and web technologies
• Strong knowledge of agile methodologies, product management principles, and software development lifecycle LSDLCM
• Proficient in analytics platforms (e.g., Google Analytics, Statsig, PostHog) and A/B testing tools
• Familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices
• Certification in product management (e.g., Certified Scrum Product Owner) is a plus