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Muhammad Fadhil Bin Zailani

Senior Manager, Operation
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Summary

Diligent Operations Manager with proven track record in optimizing operational efficiencies and leading cross-functional teams to success. Successfully implemented key process improvements that enhanced productivity and reduced costs. Demonstrated excellence in strategic planning and resource management.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
6045
6045
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Senior Operations Manager

Pratt & Whitney NGPF Manufacturing Singapore Pte. Ltd.
11.2022 - Current
  • Promoted to Senior Operations Manager from Mar 2024
  • Develop and implement operational strategies to align with the company’s overall goals (Yearly Goal Alignment)
  • Lead a team of ~100 employees in the manufacturing of fan blade bodies and high-pressure turbine (HPT) disks, overseeing full-scope operations from production planning to quality assurance in a high-precision, aerospace-regulated environment.
  • Drive alignment between production output and global demand by collaborating with U.S.-based counterparts to meet engine build schedules and customer commitments.
  • Delivered a 50% increase in fan blade body output (from 8,000 in 2022 to 12,000 in 2024) and turbine disk output (from 1,600 in 2022 to 2,400 through workforce optimization, and process elimination.
  • Achieve ~10% year-over-year productivity gains per part by reducing manpower hours and implementing continuous improvement strategies across production lines.
  • Spearhead key automation initiatives, including deployment of an automated parts washer and automated tool setting system, driving efficiency, repeatability, and operator safety.
  • Lead multiple Kaizen events annually focused on waste elimination, process standardization, and throughput improvement as part of a broader Lean manufacturing strategy.
  • Manage product cost performance with a focus on direct labor efficiency, labor-to-output ratios, and overall cost-per-part improvements to support competitiveness.
  • Ensure audit readiness and compliance with AS9100, internal quality standards, and aerospace traceability requirements.
  • Partner with senior leadership to define long-term capacity and capital investment plans aligned with global production forecasts and technology roadmaps.

Senior Industrial Engineer

Pratt & Whitney NGPF Manufacturing Singapore Pte. Ltd.
03.2021 - 10.2022
  • Managed key production metrics such as consumable cost, process time, touch time, capacity.
  • Lead the facility for continuous improvement efforts – implementation of CORE operation System for PWMS.
  • Planned and execute capital projects budgets for the year with multiple departments.
  • Optimized production processes by conducting thorough time studies and implementing effective workflow improvements.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement, leading to significant cost savings.
  • Involve in multiple site wide initiatives across Singapore such as Office of the future, Technology council and Core council.
  • Assist to prepare high level business meetings decks such as Board of Director's Meeting and Business Review.

EHS Officer

Wah Loon Plant & Instrumentation Pte Ltd
08.2021 - 03.2022
  • Overall EHS lead for an A & A project - retrofit of a Data centre
  • Facilitated communication channels between employees at all levels, ensuring a consistent understanding of company-wide EHS expectations.
  • Collaborate with multiple stake holders in planning and executing high risk job process - e.g lifting of cooling tower on top of rooftop
  • Conducted thorough investigations into accidents or incidents, identifying root causes and implementing appropriate preventive measures.
  • Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
  • Work closely with client to ensure safety requirements are met at all times

Senior EHS Engineer

Pratt & Whitney NGPF Manufacturing Singapore Pte. Ltd.
12.2016 - 03.2021
  • Promoted to Senior EHS Engineer from April 2019 onwards
  • Conducted incident investigations, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
  • Implemented emergency response plans by coordinating with internal teams and external agencies to ensure preparedness for potential events.
  • Coordinated industrial hygiene efforts, including air sampling and noise monitoring, to evaluate employee exposure levels against established guidelines.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement in EHS performance.
  • Achieve 0 lost time incident since 2017 onwards.
  • Competent in electronic EHS tools and platform such as Enablon, SiteHawk, HumanTech, TapRoot.
  • Successfully completed the first external audit for PWMS for the safety management system.
  • Evaluated contractor safety performance, providing guidance on improvements needed to meet company standards.
  • Enhanced environmental compliance by developing and implementing waste reduction initiatives.
  • Improved workplace safety by implementing comprehensive EHS programs and conducting regular audits.
  • Conducted various in-house training such as EHS new hire training, hearing protection training, etc.
  • Contributed to the Risk Assessment team for the new Turbine Disk line.
  • Actively involved in various EHS Council Committees, e.g. Industrial Hygiene Committee, Ergonomics Committee.


Workplace Safety and Health Officer

Sato Kogyo (S) Pte. Ltd.
06.2014 - 11.2016
  • Started as an WSH Coordinator from June 2014
  • Promoted to Environmental Control Officer from April 2015
  • Achieved ASAC Merit Award for Project ER403 (Road).
  • Managed and execute a WSH system that meets all of LTA (client) requirement, inclusive of ISO 14001 requirements for environmental procedures
  • Ensured compliance to MOM NEA & PUB Act and its subsidiary legislation.
  • Formulated and updated the Environmental Management Plan.
  • Lead, planned and execute key high risk activities such as junction closure (for road top up), casting of underground tunnel
  • Carry out daily routine task such as itemized inspection, safety walks, training, permit review etc

Education

Master of Science - Logistics and Supply Chain Management

University College Dublin
Singapore
04-2022

Bachelor of Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety - With Distinction

The University of Newcastle, Australia
Singapore
12.2013

Diploma in Chemical Engineering -

Temasek Polytechnic
Singapore
04.2009

Skills

Operations management

Operational excellence

Strategic planning

Productivity improvement

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Interests

Nature
Travelling
Soccer

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 04/02/89
  • Nationality: Singaporean

Accomplishments

Achieve record output for both product line in 2024


Maintain a very high engagement score with our workforce


Meeting other KPI such as cost and lead time in 2024


Winner of an ASAC environmental awards (under LTA Project) during my stint in Sato Kogyo

Timeline

Senior Operations Manager

Pratt & Whitney NGPF Manufacturing Singapore Pte. Ltd.
11.2022 - Current

EHS Officer

Wah Loon Plant & Instrumentation Pte Ltd
08.2021 - 03.2022

Senior Industrial Engineer

Pratt & Whitney NGPF Manufacturing Singapore Pte. Ltd.
03.2021 - 10.2022

Senior EHS Engineer

Pratt & Whitney NGPF Manufacturing Singapore Pte. Ltd.
12.2016 - 03.2021

Workplace Safety and Health Officer

Sato Kogyo (S) Pte. Ltd.
06.2014 - 11.2016

Master of Science - Logistics and Supply Chain Management

University College Dublin

Bachelor of Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety - With Distinction

The University of Newcastle, Australia

Diploma in Chemical Engineering -

Temasek Polytechnic

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