Job Description

About our group:
The team manages media manufacturing operations, leads recovery and risk management initiatives, and fosters employee engagement to ensure high-quality, resilient, and efficient production at Seagate.
About the role - you will:
The Senior Manufacturing Manager will be responsible for leading manufacturing operations across multiple production cells and facilities at Seagate's Woodlands site. This position focuses on achieving operational excellence, maintaining compliance with labor and safety regulations, and executing strategic initiatives to improve productivity and efficiency. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, expertise in lean manufacturing, and the ability to collaborate across functions to advance Seagate's goal of maximizing the potential of data.
Operational Leadership

• Manage day-to-day manufacturing operations across designated cells (e.g., W2 Cell 5-8, W3 Cell A-C, MDW-HAS-Warehousing, Pack & Ops Support).
• Manage equipment and products performance; tracking, reporting and driving to fulfil commitment.

Strategic Planning

• Develop and execute long-term plans for equipment, workforce, and process improvements aligned with Seagate's performance goals.

Lean & Continuous Improvement

• Lead lean transformation initiatives, Kaizen events, and Productivity improvement programs to reduce waste to improve OEE and particularly in headcount optimization and efficiency.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to Seagate's Labor Management System, including internal RBA audits, grievance mechanisms, and company cultures & values.
• Conduct and support customer visits and audits.

Team Development

• Mentor and develop supervisors and planners, oversee hiring and induction processes, and support performance reviews and bonus recommendations.
• Conduct skip level meetings to address concerns and align priorities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with HR, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve issues and implement best practices.

Budget & Resource Management

• Manage departmental budgets, track actual vs. planned headcount, and optimize resource allocation.

About you:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field.
• Proven track record in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and operational excellence.
• Strong understanding of labor regulations, compliance frameworks, and audit processes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and data-driven decision-making.

Your experience includes:

• Minimum 8 years of experience in high-volume manufacturing, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.

Location:
Location: Woodlands, Singapore, W2
Travel: None
About Us
With more than four decades of storage innovation, Seagate empowers humanity to thrive in the data age and helps people and businesses navigate the ever-expanding data landscape.
We craft precision-engineered, cutting-edge solutions that help the world store and manage exponential data growth.
Seagate is powered by our talented and passionate workforce of 29,000 employees across the globe who embody our core values: integrity, innovation, and inclusion. Striving towards excellence every single day, we show up with these values for our customers, business partners, shareholders, and communities alike.
Join us and get inspired to make a difference in the datasphere!
Seagate is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, military and veteran status, or other status protected by applicable law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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