Lab Technician - Fermentation

SCIENTEC CONSULTING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; Presencial; SGD 56 000 - 84 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

ScienTec Consulting Pte. Ltd. in Singapore seeks a skilled bioprocess operator to supervise upstream and downstream operations across multiple scales, ensuring production targets and quality standards are met.

You will perform material handling, operate bioreactors from 10L to 100L, run chromatography, and conduct in-process testing while maintaining rigorous GMP/GDP documentation.

Qualificações

• Minimum diploma or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Experience in food manufacturing or related sector is required.
• Knowledge of GMP and GDP best practices.

Responsabilidades

• Operate upstream bioreactors and downstream unit operations per SOPs.
• Perform in-process testing and maintain accurate documentation.
• Monitor process control via SCADA and manage batch records.
• Participate in 5S, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with Process Engineers to troubleshoot deviations.

Conhecimentos

GMP knowledge

GDP knowledge

Food manufacturing experience

Fermentation experience

Documentation accuracy

5S/lean manufacturing

Formação académica

Diploma or equivalent in Food Science/Technology or related field

Ferramentas

SCADA systems

FPLC

HPLC

GC

ISO22000 knowledge

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

You'll operate bioreactors at multiple scales, run downstream processes including chromatography, spray drying, filtration, and centrifugation, and conduct in-process testing to ensure production targets and product quality are consistently met.

What You Will Do

Upstream Operations

• Perform material handling including receiving, storage, and dispensing
• Operate fermentation processes including media preparations, sampling, adjustments, and charge out for plate, shake flask, 10L, and 100L bioreactors

Downstream Operations

• Operate batch/continuous centrifuge, decanter, high-pressure homogenisation, filtration, chromatography (including FPLC), spray drying, freeze drying, drum drying, solvent extraction, colloid mill, and filter press
• Perform CIP/SIP procedures as per SOP

In-Process Testing & Quality

• Conduct in-process testing including moisture analysis, pH, optical density, microscopy, dry/wet cell weight, SDS-PAGE, GC, and HPLC
• Complete all documentation (Batch Manufacturing Records, CIP, Maintenance, Calibration, and Cleaning Records) in accordance with GMP and GDP standards

Process Monitoring & Control

• Monitor and control processes via on-site panel and remotely through SCADA/Controls systems
• Monitor process trends and alarms; report plant utilities issues and liaise with vendors for recovery actions

Maintenance, Safety & Housekeeping

• Perform pre- and post-campaign activities, manual cleaning, and equipment inspection
• Perform basic maintenance of production equipment
• Conduct stock counts and generate shift reports; ensure proper shift handover communications
• Assist Process Engineers in troubleshooting deviations; report all actual, near-miss, and potential incidents
• Participate in 5S, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Assist in project commissioning and validation activities as required

What We Are Looking For

• Diploma or equivalent in Food Science/Technology, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in food manufacturing or a related field; experience in fermentation is a strong advantage
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
• Familiarity with food safety requirements; experience with ISO22000, FSSC22000, or BRC certification implementation is advantageous