Career Conversion Programme

Overview

Career Conversion Programme - Operations Technician (Pilot Plant) at GSK. This is a Train-and-Place with Commitment to Hire programme for Advanced Biopharmaceuticals Manufacturing Executives/Professionals, aimed at building the next generation of skilled manpower for Singapore’s biopharmaceuticals manufacturing industry.

Site Name: Singapore - Jurong

Posted Date: Jul

Role Description

Set-up, maintain and repair Pilot Plant Equipment and Instrument to maximise plant availability and minimise product changeover times within the framework of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and EHS.

Trainee responsibilities

• Responsible for trouble shooting and repairing all instruments and equipment in the Pilot Plant
• Decide on the trouble shooting approach to be taken and determine whether external resources (i.e. mechanical, instrument, automation or electrical) are required
• Coordinate external resources, to trouble shoot and repair equipment and instruments
• Perform routine preventative maintenance activities
• Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out safely, cost effectively and to a very high quality
• Assist Mechanical Technicians in disassembly/reassembly related to equipment cleanouts to enable product changeovers
• Calibrate and set-up instruments prior to new product campaigns
• Install and set-up instruments associated with mobile Pilot Plant equipment
• Carry out implementation activities for minor plant modifications and capital projects, within defined specifications and budget
• Communicate with the Shift Superintendent to prioritise maintenance and troubleshooting activities and report progress and escalations
• Liaise with shift-based Instrument Technicians, mechanical/electrical technicians, the Automation Team and external contractors when external maintenance resources are required
• Recommend spares and tools to be kept/purchased
• Take personal responsibility for quality in all maintenance work impacting product quality
• All work to be carried out under the permit-to-work system
• Prepare instrument troubleshooting and maintenance procedures
• Train Pilot Plant Mechanical Technicians in basic instrument maintenance and troubleshooting
• Support cost effectiveness of maintenance through Lean Sigma activities focusing on instrument reliability and maintenance standardisation
• Provide timely technical advice to other departments for continuous improvement
• Ability to interpret and apply GMP knowledge

Qualifications

• NTC/ITC/Diploma in Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences or Bio-processing related disciplines

What you will learn

• Demonstrate commitment to cGMP, EHS compliance in clean-room plant operation
• Be an excellent self-motivated team player with hands-on attitude and good communication skills
• Ability to understand, apply and evaluate basic chemistry, biology and physical principles
• Ability and willingness to work any shift in support of operations that may include 24/7

Working pattern and location

Note: Technician roles operate on 12-hour shift patterns from January 2025. You will be based at a manufacturing site in Singapore near Jurong.

How to apply

Applications are now open. Click on the button above to apply. Diversity and inclusivity are valued; assistance during interviews or recruitment processes is available if needed.

Why GSK

GSK is a global biopharma company focused on uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We focus on infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/immunology and oncology and strive to create an inclusive workplace where people can thrive.

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