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Pioneer Career Opportunities
in Specialty Chemicals Manufacturing

A new manufacturing facility. A founding team. Six roles.
Tuas, Singapore  ·  Production Start Q3 2026

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Singapore · Tuas 6 Pioneer Roles Specialty Chemicals Production Start Q3 2026 Confidential Search
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Pioneer Roles
Q3 '26
Production Start
80yrs
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About the Opportunity

A New Chapter for an International Specialty Chemicals Manufacturer

Stemgenic is proud to be partnering exclusively with a growing international specialty chemicals manufacturer establishing a new manufacturing facility in Singapore as part of its Asia-Pacific expansion strategy.

The company is recognised globally for its expertise in high-performance polyurethane, epoxy, silicones, adhesives, sealants, and advanced material technologies supporting industries such as e-mobility, energy storage, automotive electronics, industrial systems, and electrical engineering applications.

Location
Tuas Industrial Area, Singapore
Production Start
Q3 2026
Founding Team Phase
Phase 1 Hires
Phase 1 Build-Up
6 Roles Across All Functions

Phase 1 Build-Up Scope

  • Plant commissioning and startup activities
  • Laboratory setup and Quality function establishment
  • Production operations and shift-based manufacturing build-up
  • HSE systems design and regulatory compliance
  • HR foundation and organisational scaling
  • Operational scaling for long-term Asia-Pacific growth

Roles in This Search

#RoleHiresArea
01HR ManagerStandalone HR lead, Singapore entity×1HR
02HSE(Q) ManagerHealth, Safety & Environment lead×1HSE / Quality
03Production SupervisorDay-to-day production leadership×1Production
04Production Technician / OperatorFounding production team×3Production
05Quality Team LeaderEstablishes and leads QC function×1Quality
06Quality ExecutiveAnalytical testing — Germany training included×2Quality
01  ·  Founding HR Lead  ·  Standalone Role
HR Manager
Singapore · Tuas Permanent ×1 Hire Standalone HR Lead
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A rare greenfield opportunity to establish and lead the HR function for a new specialty chemicals manufacturing operation in Singapore. As the standalone HR lead for the Singapore entity, you will take ownership across the full employee lifecycle while supporting the operational build-up of the plant.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage the full employee lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, performance management, compensation administration and offboarding
  • Support workforce planning and manpower coordination across production, quality, warehouse, HSE and support functions
  • Coordinate payroll activities, work-pass administration, HR compliance and employee relations matters
  • Develop HR policies, operational workflows and HR frameworks aligned with Singapore labour regulations
  • Partner closely with plant leadership and overseas stakeholders during the startup and ramp-up phase
  • Support a positive, compliant and operationally focused manufacturing culture
Ideal Background
  • Minimum 5 years of progressive HR experience
  • Manufacturing or industrial HR experience strongly preferred
  • Strong knowledge of Singapore Employment Act and MOM practices
  • Hands-on exposure across recruitment, payroll, compliance and HR operations
  • Comfortable operating independently within a startup manufacturing environment
Why Consider This Opportunity
  • Pioneer hire within a new Singapore manufacturing operation
  • Exposure to German manufacturing standards and international technical teams
  • Long-term career growth within an expanding APAC operation
  • Opportunity to participate in commissioning and startup activities
  • Exposure to advanced materials supporting high-growth industries — e-mobility, energy storage, electronics
02  ·  Health, Safety, Environment & Quality Lead
HSE(Q) Manager
Singapore · Tuas Permanent ×1 Hire HSE & Quality Leadership
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Lead the Health, Safety, Environment and Quality function for a new specialty chemicals manufacturing facility during the commissioning and startup phase. This role combines operational safety leadership, ISO 9001 Quality Management System ownership, process-safety awareness, regulatory compliance and plant readiness activities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement HSE(Q) systems, procedures and compliance frameworks
  • Establish and maintain the site's ISO 9001 QMS — document control, CAPA, internal audits and quality records
  • Support commissioning, startup and operational safety and quality readiness activities
  • Lead workplace inspections, incident investigations, audits and corrective-action activities
  • Manage contractor safety, permit-to-work systems, emergency preparedness and spill-response planning
  • Support process-safety initiatives relating to hazardous chemicals and mixing operations
  • Conduct HSE training, toolbox talks and safety awareness programmes
Ideal Background
  • Minimum 6 years of HSE experience within industrial or process manufacturing
  • Demonstrated experience implementing ISO 9001 QMS in a manufacturing setting mandatory
  • Experience within chemical, specialty chemicals or process environments preferred
  • Strong knowledge of Singapore HSE regulations and ISO 45001 / ISO 14001
  • Hands-on operational safety mindset — floor presence, not just audit and documentation
  • Experience supporting plant startup or commissioning is advantageous
Why Consider This Opportunity
  • Pioneer hire within a new Singapore manufacturing operation
  • Exposure to German manufacturing standards and international technical teams
  • Long-term career growth within an expanding APAC operation
  • Opportunity to participate in commissioning and startup activities
  • Exposure to advanced materials supporting high-growth industries — e-mobility, energy storage, electronics
03  ·  Day-to-Day Production Leadership
Production Supervisor
Singapore · Tuas Permanent ×1 Hire Production Leadership
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A highly hands-on production leadership role supporting the establishment of production operations within a new specialty chemicals manufacturing environment in Singapore. Lead from the front during commissioning, startup and operational ramp-up.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead day-to-day production activities including mixing, batching, filling, packaging and material-handling operations
  • Supervise and develop production operators and technicians
  • Support production startup, commissioning and operational ramp-up activities
  • Coordinate closely with Quality, Warehouse, Maintenance and HSE teams
  • Monitor production schedules, operational efficiency and safety compliance
  • Support troubleshooting, equipment checks and operational improvements
Ideal Background
  • Experience within chemical, polymer, specialty chemicals, coatings, resins or related manufacturing environments
  • Prior supervisory or shift leadership experience mandatory
  • Hands-on operational mindset with willingness to lead from the front
  • Exposure to batch processing and mixing operations preferred
  • Comfortable supporting future shift-based operations
Why Consider This Opportunity
  • Pioneer hire within a new Singapore manufacturing operation
  • Exposure to German manufacturing standards and international technical teams
  • Long-term career growth within an expanding APAC operation
  • Opportunity to participate in commissioning and startup activities
  • Exposure to advanced materials supporting high-growth industries — e-mobility, energy storage, electronics
04  ·  Founding Production Team  ·  ×3 Hires
Production Technician / Operator
Singapore · Tuas Permanent ×3 Hires New plant setup – Pioneer role
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Join the founding production team supporting day-to-day specialty chemicals manufacturing operations within a newly established Singapore plant. Three hires in parallel, working alongside European specialists during plant commissioning and ramp-up.

Key Responsibilities
  • Operate production equipment and manufacturing systems safely and efficiently
  • Support chemical mixing, batching, filling, packaging and material-handling activities
  • Perform raw-material charging, weighing and production support operations
  • Conduct routine equipment checks and support basic troubleshooting activities
  • Support warehouse coordination, forklift handling and inventory movements
  • Maintain compliance with operational SOPs, PPE protocols and safety standards
Ideal Background
  • Minimum 2 years of experience within manufacturing, warehouse or industrial operations
  • Chemical or process manufacturing exposure advantageous
  • Forklift handling experience preferred valid licence required
  • Comfortable operating within a structured manufacturing environment
  • Willingness to support future shift operations as the plant scales
Why Consider This Opportunity
  • Pioneer hire within a new Singapore manufacturing operation
  • Exposure to German manufacturing standards and international technical teams
  • Long-term career growth within an expanding APAC operation
  • Opportunity to participate in commissioning and startup activities
  • Exposure to advanced materials supporting high-growth industries — e-mobility, energy storage, electronics
05  ·  QC Function Lead  ·  Germany Training Included
Quality Team Leader
Singapore · Tuas Permanent ×1 Hire Leadership Opportunity Germany Training
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Lead the Quality laboratory setup and analytical operations for a new specialty chemicals manufacturing facility in Singapore. Establish the QC function from day one, including a mandatory 4-week training programme at the European headquarters prior to production start.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead routine and non-routine analytical testing activities
  • Support commissioning and setup of the QC laboratory
  • Oversee laboratory documentation, SOPs, calibration and quality records
  • Support investigations relating to product deviations, CAPA and customer complaints
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to Quality Executives
  • Partner closely with Production, HSE and overseas Quality stakeholders
Ideal Background
  • 5–8 years of QC laboratory experience within manufacturing
  • Strong wet chemistry and laboratory instrumentation exposure
  • Experience leading small laboratory teams mandatory
  • Exposure to polyurethane, epoxy, silicone, polymer or specialty chemicals preferred
  • Strong quality-system and manufacturing support experience
Why Consider This Opportunity
  • Pioneer hire within a new Singapore manufacturing operation
  • Exposure to German manufacturing standards and international technical teams
  • Long-term career growth within an expanding APAC operation
  • Opportunity to participate in commissioning and startup activities
  • Exposure to advanced materials supporting high-growth industries — e-mobility, energy storage, electronics
06  ·  Analytical Testing  ·  ×2 Hires  ·  Germany Training
Quality Executive
Singapore · Tuas Permanent ×2 Hires Germany Training
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Support analytical testing and laboratory operations within the Quality function of a new specialty chemicals manufacturing facility. Two hires in parallel, joining as Phase 1 pioneer hires with a mandatory 4-week training programme at the European headquarters prior to production start.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform laboratory testing on raw materials, intermediates and finished products
  • Support wet chemistry analysis and sample preparation activities
  • Operate and maintain laboratory instruments and testing equipment
  • Maintain quality documentation and laboratory records
  • Support laboratory commissioning and operational readiness activities
  • Work closely with Production and Quality leadership during startup operations
Ideal Background
  • 2–5 years of laboratory or QC experience
  • Manufacturing laboratory experience preferred
  • Hands-on exposure to wet chemistry and analytical techniques
  • Strong attention to detail and structured working style
  • Interest in growing within a specialty chemicals manufacturing environment
Why Consider This Opportunity
  • Pioneer hire within a new Singapore manufacturing operation
  • Exposure to German manufacturing standards and international technical teams
  • Long-term career growth within an expanding APAC operation
  • Opportunity to participate in commissioning and startup activities
  • Exposure to advanced materials supporting high-growth industries — e-mobility, energy storage, electronics
How to Apply

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01 HR Manager 02 HSE(Q) Manager 03 Production Supervisor 04 Production Technician / Operator 05 Quality Team Leader 06 Quality Executive

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