Manufacturing Engineer Trainee (Attach and Train Programme)

GlaxoSmithKline; Singapore; On-site; SGD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly training allowance

On-the-job training

Medical and insurance coverage

Job summary

GlaxoSmithKline Singapore invites applications for the Attach and Train Programme (AnT), a 15-month structured on-the-job training path designed to develop future leaders in biopharmaceutical manufacturing. Trainees gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to cGMP operations within Value Stream teams at Singapore sites.

Open to fresh graduates and mid-career individuals who are Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents; the programme emphasizes Lean Sigma, process automation, quality

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related fields of study.
• Strong interest in biopharmaceutical manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Willingness to learn and develop leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor value stream activities to ensure reliable operation of processes and equipment.
• Identify improvements to plant facilities and processes to achieve target production levels in cGMP, quality, safety and environment requirements.
• Lead or support investigations using problem-solving tools to determine root causes and implement CAPA.

Skills

Lean Sigma

Problem solving

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Chemical Engineering

Pharmaceutical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Job description

The Attach and Train Programme (AnT) is a structured talent development programme designed to build a pipeline of skilled professionals for Singapore’s advanced biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry, supporting both current and future workforce needs. As a trainee, you will go through a 15-month structured on-the-job training programme with GSK, gaining hands-on experience, industry-relevant skills, and mentorship from experienced professionals in a world-leading biopharmaceutical environment. We welcome applications from both fresh graduates and mid-career individuals who are passionate about developing a career in the biopharmaceutical manufacturing sector. Due to the nature of the programme and its eligibility requirements, we can only consider Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents. For more information, please visit Career Conversion Programmes (CCP) for Individuals Role Description: This position reports to the Manufacturing Manager or the Director of Value Stream and is an integral member of Manufacturing Management Team. GSK is committed to an employee-orientated, high performance culture that emphasises process automation, quality compliance and continuous improvement. We are recruiting for our production teams in Value Stream 1, Value Stream 2 and Value Stream 3. Trainee to be involved in: To supervise, execute and monitor the activities within the value stream to ensure reliable and optimal operation of processes, equipment, utility and facility so as to achieve target production levels within the framework of current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), quality, safety, occupational hygiene and environment protection. Identify and implement improvement to plant facilities, processes, methods of operations and turnaround, troubleshoot for process and equipment problems to minimize safety and quality risk as well as to ensure greater operational efficiency. Lead or support quality or safety related investigation using appropriate problem-solving tool to determine the root causes and implement CAPA to prevent recurrence. Conducts audits and investigations, participate in audit preparation and complete identified actions in the assigned work area(s), in order to ensure compliance with GMP and safety requirements. Prepare documents relating to manufacturing, plant turnaround, Local Operating Instructions (LOI), Local Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and training manual to ensure that updated documents exist to support the activities of the operations department, schedule plan orders, and materials assignment. Documentation should comply to Data Integrity requirements and adherence to ALCOA principles. Support the Manufacturing Manager in new product introduction or plant trials and prepare and complete all necessary documents related to plant trial within the stipulated timeline. Education/Requirements: Degree in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related fields of study What you will learn: Foundational on-the-job training experience working in cGMP and key Global Supply API manufacturing site with state of art manufacturing facilities, including first in class Continuous Manufacturing facility To train to be an advocate for Continuous Improvement, with introductory basics on Lean Sigma concepts, learn to apply independently and lead others to do the same. Team leadership through influence and communication What do we offer you? Monthly training allowance (not subject to CPF contributions) On-the-job training while working with a diversified team of professionals Understand and experience the GSK Culture Implement technical knowledge and skills that you have acquired Apply and develop soft skills such as interpersonal, communications and negotiation skills Employee benefits including medical and insurance coverage, leave entitlements and onsite cafeteria benefits Transport to and from site to MRT stations in centralised locations all across Singapore Where will I be based? You will be based at one of our manufacturing site in Singapore near Jurong. How can I apply? Applications are now open. Click on the button above to apply. We recommend you apply as soon as possible, because we accept ongoing applications and offer positions on a first come, first served basis! Let’s do this! You can learn more about GSK and our careers here https://www.gsk.com/en-gb/careers/ Need help with your application? 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