Manufacturing Biotechnologist - Train and Place Program

F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG is seeking candidates for the Career Conversion Programme in Singapore aimed at developing skilled professionals for the biopharmaceutical manufacturing sector. Candidates will support the Biochemical Manufacturing Department by preparing equipment, monitoring processes, and adhering to safety guidelines.

A Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or Engineering is required. Ideal candidates will possess strong problem-solving and teamwork skills. The program offers a 15-month local attachment with Roche, contributing to the advanced biopharmaceuticals industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or Engineering, or equivalent qualifications.
• Experience in biologics is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Biochemical Manufacturing Department to meet goals.
• Prepare equipment, monitor processes, and maintain cleanliness.
• Document tasks and participate in process improvement efforts.

Skills

Problem-solving abilities

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or Engineering

Diploma, NITEC, or equivalent

Job description

Position Overview

The Career Conversion Programme (CCP) (Train‑and‑Place) for Advanced Biopharmaceuticals Manufacturing Executives/Professionals is a talent development programme aimed at building the next generation of skilled manpower for Singapore’s Biopharmaceuticals manufacturing industry. The programme is jointly supported by Workforce Singapore (WSG) and Workforce Advancement Federation (WAF) and consists of 15 months of local attachment with Roche.

Responsibilities

• Support the Biochemical Manufacturing Department by working effectively within the group to meet department goals and objectives.
• Complete assigned tasks which may include preparing small equipment, cleaning and sterilising vessels, preparing solutions, monitoring and operating biochemical processing equipment, raw materials sampling, dispensing and environmental monitoring sampling and maintaining housekeeping of the areas while adhering to Safety, cGMP and Biochemical Manufacturing guidelines.
• Prioritise assigned tasks and document work per approved manufacturing formulae.
• Support process improvement efforts.
• Operate computers for process control and data entry.
• Participate in staff and shift‑change meetings and work closely with other shift personnel and external support groups.
• Ensure all assigned tasks are performed as per safety requirements and report any incidents or near‑misses in a timely manner.

Safety, Health & Environment

• Comply with all RSTO’s Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) requirements.
• Never put oneself or others at safety & health risks and report any workplace accidents, near‑misses and hazards as soon as practicable.
• Observe all RSTO’s site security measures at all times and report any suspicious characters/objects & damaged security mechanisms to Site Security immediately.

Lean Production System

Embody PT Lean Production System (LPS), demonstrating a continuous improvement mindset and behaviours through the use and application of LPS tools for continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or Engineering, or equivalent qualifications such as a Diploma, NITEC, or similar.
• Experience in biologics is a plus.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities, interpersonal communication, and teamwork skills.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.