Manufacturing Biotechnologist Trainee - Attach & Train program

F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shuttle bus

Job summary

Roche in Singapore seeks a manufacturing associate to complete scheduled tasks within cGMP guidelines. You will assist biochemical processing, perform equipment preparation, cleaning, sampling, and environmental monitoring while maintaining strict safety and quality standards.

The role requires a diploma with 3+ years of related experience, strong problem solving, teamwork, and the ability to work weekends and OT.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of related work experience for diploma holders.
• Strong problem solving and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work weekends, off-shifts and overtime as required.
• Familiarity with computer based systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned manufacturing tasks (equipment prep, cleaning, sterilizing vessels, preparing solutions).
• Monitor and operate biochemical processing equipment and environmental monitoring samples.
• Document tasks per approved manufacturing formulas and troubleshoot process issues.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Problem solving

Interpersonal communication

Education

Diploma in Life Sciences or Engineering

Tools

Computer based systems

Job description

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

We advance science so that we all have more time with the people we love. This position has overall accountability for completing the manufacturing tasks as scheduled while in full compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices and Roche’s corporate principles, quality policies and standards. Support the Biochemical Manufacturing Department by working effectively within the group to meet department goals and objectives.

• Responsible for completing assigned tasks which may include preparing small equipment, cleaning and sterilizing vessels, preparing solutions, monitoring and operation biochemical processing equipment, raw materials sampling, dispensing and environmental monitoring sampling and maintain housekeeping of the areas while adhering to Safety, cGMP and Biochemical Manufacturing guidelines.
• Assigned tasks must be prioritized and work must be documented per approved manufacturing formulae.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process problems.
• 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 requirement.
• Report safely incident and near misses on a timely basis and support SHE in incident investigation.

Others

Safety, Health & Environment: Comply with all RSTO’s Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) requirements, never put oneself and 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), while demonstrating a continuous improvement mindset and behaviors through the use and application of LPS tools for continuous improvement initiatives.

Who You Are

Minimum 3 years of related working experience for diploma equivalent holders (Diploma in Life Sciences or Engineering discipline or equivalent holders) with combination of education and relative work experience. Must possess good problem solving, interpersonal communication and team skills. Must be a self-starter with a strong focus on safety, quality, details and results. Must be able to work weekends, off-shifts and overtime as required. Must be able to carry heavy loads of up to 25kg. Mechanical aptitude and a familiarity with computer based systems are highly desirable. Preferred Diploma/Degree in Engineering or Science discipline is preferred. Fresh graduates/mid-career professionals who are switching out of other industries. Background in microbiology, fermentation, or protein purification is desired. Willing to work at Singapore Tuas Bay Link (Company shuttle bus is provided).

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100'000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact. Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it's urgent to deliver medical solutions right now - even as we develop innovations for the future. We are passionate about transforming patients’ lives. We are courageous in both decision and action. And we believe that good business means a better world. That is why we come to work each day. We commit ourselves to scientific rigor, unassailable ethics, and access to medical innovations for all. We do this today to build a better tomorrow. We are proud of who we are, what we do, and how we do it. We are many, working as one across functions, across companies, and across the world. We are Roche.