Senior Chemical Technician

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Based in Singapore, the regional hub for Asia Pacific (AP) and top-ranked biopharmaceutical company on The Straits Times and Statista’s list of Best Employers in Singapore for two consecutive years (2020, 2021).
Join the premier biopharmaceutical company that has been in Singapore for more than 25 years and in AP for over 60 years
Job Description
Based in Singapore, the regional hub for Asia Pacific (AP) and top-ranked biopharmaceutical company on The Straits Times and Statista’s list of Best Employers in Singapore for two consecutive years (2020, 2021).
Join the premier biopharmaceutical company that has been in Singapore for more than 25 years and in AP for over 60 years
Our Manufacturing Operations teams are the people that make our products. We work in the manufacturing plants with a “Safety First, Quality Always” mindset striving for continuous improvement. We work in the local plant connected to our global manufacturing network to ensure the highest quality of raw materials, intermediates and finished products.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Operate and monitor the chemical production activities in the plant, ensure that processes are run according to process description, complete batch documentation accurately and thoroughly, while adhering to the required quality and safety standards, and in a productive, cost-effective manner.
Assist in troubleshooting and resolving problems that arise during the processing.
Assist Production Lead to supervise a section of Chemical Technicians to meet production targets/schedules while maintaining satisfactory standards of Good Manufacturing Practice, safety, and housekeeping.
Maintain all qualifications and learning milestones as necessary for the related duties.
Handle Sampling programs for Water and environmental systems.
Perform and manage facility cleaning and sanitization program as required.
Manage staging of raw materials and consumables for the facility.
Participate in pre-commissioning and chemical commissioning activities as required under the direction of the Operations and Production Leads.
Participate in SHE, Business Compliance, cGMP and all other compliance-related matters, where applicable.
Supervise and oversee Third Party Contractors, where applicable.
Any other duties as and when assigned by the Production Lead
Qualification
GCE 'O' Level, NITEC, Higher NITEC or Diploma in Chemical Process Technology, Chemical Engineering or its equivalent
Experience
2 - 5 years of experience in the Pharmaceutical, Chemical or related industries.
Good understanding of safe working practices, cGMP and good documentation practice.
Other Personal Attributes
Good organization and time management skills.
Strong ability to handle stress, internal stakeholders and external factors such as vendor management.
Able to work independently.
Good interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to work in cross-functional teams.
Continuous improvement mindset.
Positive attitude and self-motivated.
This is a career conversion program under Workforce Singapore (WSG) and candidates must meet the following criteria and are open to the following conditions
Singaporeans/Singapore PRs only
PMETs/Mid-Careerist with no prior work experience in Biopharma industry are welcomed to apply
Open to two years contract
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
Limitless opportunities across various areas in Manufacturing; well-structured career path
A state-of-the-art facility that delivers solution to its customers world-wide
Highly engaging team that aims to innovate the future
Our Manufacturing & Supply Division is committed to be the most trusted supplier of biopharmaceuticals worldwide. Our facilities, along with our external contractors, suppliers, and partners, create an interdependent global manufacturing network that’s committed to delivering a high quality, reliable supply to customers and patients on time, every time.
We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
Current Employees apply HERE
Current Contingent Workers apply HERE
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Employee Status
Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)
Relocation
VISA Sponsorship
Travel Requirements
Flexible Work Arrangements
Not Applicable
Shift
Valid Driving License
Hazardous Material(s)
Required Skills
Analytical Thinking, Analytical Thinking, Batch Record Review, Chemical Plants, Chemical Processes, Chemical Processing, Chemical Products, Cleanroom Gowning, Computer Literacy, Consumable Sales, Equipment Maintenance, Equipment Set Up, Fabrication Processes, Facility Cleaning, GMP Environments, GMP Operations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), In-Process Control (IPC), Maintenance Processes, Problem Resolution, Production Operations, Production Planning, Production Scheduling, Recordkeeping, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Management {+ 3 more}
Preferred Skills
Job Posting End Date
09/20/2025
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Requisition ID
R Seniority level
Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type
Employment type Full-time
Job function
Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries Biotechnology Research, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and Veterinary Services
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