Lab Supervisor, Chemistry

Overview

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In this role, you will manage the Singapore Plant Support laboratory operation, lead and develop the Plant Support laboratory team and contribute to global laboratory initiatives and activities.

• Perform and oversee routine and non-routine chemical tests of in-process products, finished goods, raw materials.
• Ensure adequacy of laboratory support systems such as equipment, consumables, peripherals, sterilization, reagent preparation, accessories and manpower.
• Develop and implement the local laboratory strategy (laboratory resource, laboratory budget and Capex plan), in accordance with the global site lab strategy and local site strategy, based on local and global sample volume demand forecast.
• Set up chemical test equipment/methods whenever required.
• Perform test method validation/inter-lab round robins, and act as subject matter expert or liaison with other sites.
• Provide technical support in the form of chemical investigations of test method, product, facilities, critical systems to facilitate timely resolution of OOS, deviations, non-conformances, specification review, etc.
• Represent Chemical laboratory as regulatory/customer auditee and perform audits from Chemical aspects.
• Write/review/implement procedures/protocols/studies relating to chemical tests.
• Recruit and ensure proper training of all Plant Support laboratory staff.
• Participate and support the local site management and global lab activities.
• Drive continuous improvement for laboratory processes with regards to efficiency, compliance, and safety.
• Quality: ensure Good Manufacturing/Laboratory Practices are in place, keep documents up-to-date with proper records, ensure GMP compliance for the laboratory, and advance data integrity practices.
• SOP: be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy related to the position.
• Safety: adhere to safety policy, ensure personnel wear appropriate PPE and follow safety rules.
• Lean: support Lean Sigma Programs and activities, lead lean initiatives in the laboratory and support lean initiatives in the plant.
• Other relevant duties as assigned by the Laboratory Manager.

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or equivalent
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a pharmaceutical or chemical industry or equivalent

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks with effective time management; adapt to changing priorities with minimal assistance.
• Communicate technical ideas clearly to technical and non-technical audiences (written and verbal).
• Collaborate effectively as part of a global team and contribute to global projects.
• Proficient use of MS Office; familiarity with Minitab, SAP and Master Control (desirable).
• Basic knowledge in Project Management to collaborate with the global PM organization.
• Self-reliant, diligent, flexible with a global role's time requirements.
• Clear communication in English (written and verbal).
• Background in medical device or pharmaceutical industry; knowledge of lean manufacturing and operational excellence concepts.
• Comply with safety and quality policies at all times.

• Familiarity with cGMP and GLP
• Strong leadership qualities
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Laboratory management experience in a pharmaceutical or chemical environment or equivalent
• Proficiency in English (speaking, reading, writing)

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries: Medical Equipment Manufacturing, Packaging and Containers Manufacturing, and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply, email Where permitted by law, an offer of employment is contingent upon background screening and/or pre-employment drug screening.