Production Engineer
Cariflex
Apply to this job Singapore, Singapore, Singapore on site Until 8/21/2026 5+ years exp First posted March 18, 2026 Last posted March 18, 2026
Job description
- Lead Operation plans and processes to optimize manufacturing Operations
- Responsible for Plant operations and performance in accordance with production Goals
- Technical Leadership in Production workforce for plant operation, optimization & Troubleshooting
- Coach & Guide for field and console operators reporting to Production Manager
- Cross function collaborations with Maintenance, Project, Reliability Technical- Technology and HSE functions to troubleshoot Petrochemical Manufacturing Site
- Lead the Operating Procedure development and Plant improvement activities
- Lead plant related risk assessment and compliance of Safe operating work practices
- Hire, Train, Develop, Inspire and Coach the Production team
- Lead emergency response, Crisis Management plan
- Provide guidance of shift team during plant troubleshooting, Start-ups/ Shutdowns / Turn arounds
- Responsible for the development, implementation of prestart up planning activities and oversee commissioning & Start- up activities of grassroot facilities
- Capable to identify, develop and implement improvements / changes in the Plant
- Lead Production ideas for improving Profitability, safety, reliability of facilities
- Process Safety Champion for Operations; MOC/PSSR leadership
- To fill in for Production Manager during his/her absence
Requirements
- Degree in Engineering (Chemical or other equivalent) with least 5-10 years of experience in Petrochemical, Refining Manufacturing facilities
- Production Experience in Rubber, Polymer or Petrochemical plants will be preferred
- Experience as Team Lead of Shift Teams
- Excellent Leadership, Planning & Problem-Solving skills
- Advance Coaching & Mentoring Skill to technician and Undergraduates
- Preferred Experience of Green Field Start-up, Operating Procedure development
- Effective written & verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of Singapore Regulations & Industry HSE practices & Process Safety Basics
- Prior experience in Six Sigma, Lean, 5S, and continual improvement programs are preferred
About this role
Summary
Lead plant operations, optimize processes, ensure safety, and develop production teams.
Job title
Production Engineer
Experience level
5-10 years
Minimum experience
5+ years exp
Industry
petrochemical
Location requirements
Singapore, remote work not mentioned
Salary
Not specified
Management role
No
Skills & keywords
Required skills
leadershipplant operationstroubleshootingcommunicationsafety
Preferred skills
green field start-upLeanSix Sigmaprocess safetytraining
Specializations
chemical engineeringplant operationssafetyprocess improvement
Locations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Alexandra, Singapore
On-site City