Production Executive (Operations)

Overall Purpose of the Job

Working in an air-conditioned plant and reporting to the Production Manager, you are responsible for planning, and supervision of newspaper printing operations. You will work on both state-of-the-art offset printing machine as well as the digital press capable of producing high quality variable print products. If this interests you, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

Job Description

• Operate and monitor production equipment in standalone and integrated modes, including Press, Container-to-Plate (“CtP”) and Mailroom Systems
• Operate and manage production control software, including MPS, Arkitex and PPM systems
• Ensure the smooth integration and operation of production hardware, software and auxiliary systems to achieve production targets
• Monitor and troubleshoot issues relating to print quality, equipment downtime and production wastage, and implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Ensure printed products are accurate and comply with production schedules, including deadlines, imprint lines and content requirements
• Monitor production progress and completion timelines, and escalate operational issues when production targets are at risk
• Manage manpower deployment, workload requirements, leave applications and overtime activation to support operational needs.
• Coordinate and oversee commercial newspaper insertion jobs and liaise with in-house contractors to ensure timely completion
• Monitor prepress and CtP workflows, including page transmission, plate production and consumable usage, and prepare relevant management reports
• Conduct risk assessments and propose appropriate workplace safety and health control measures to ensure a safe production environment.

Required Qualifications

Job Requirements

• Degree in Engineering or Manufacturing or related disciplines
• Possess a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
• Possess strong technical knowledge with good people management skills
• Innovative and able to establish alternative working methods
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and production reporting systems
• Able to work on rotating shifts, including weekends and Public Holidays

(SPH Print Centre is located at 2, Jurong Port Road. Company transport will be provided from Clementi and Chinese Garden MRT Stations).