Senior Biotechnologist II

Takeda Pharmaceuticals; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company in Singapore is seeking a Senior Biotechnologist II to manage production processes. This role involves operating equipment, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate has expertise in lean manufacturing and good manufacturing practices, demonstrating a commitment to quality and safety.

Qualifications

• Expert in good manufacturing practices and safety initiatives.
• Ability to apply advanced troubleshooting techniques.
• Skilled in managing workflows and optimizing processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage personal training plans for team members.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues to minimize downtime.
• Conduct safety evaluations and coach technicians daily.
• Operate and maintain production equipment effectively.
• Oversee hands-on execution of manufacturing activities.

Skills

Advanced lean manufacturing techniques

Environmental health and safety expertise

Product and manufacturing information

Good manufacturing practices

Conducting investigations

Quality control

Independent workflow management

Advanced troubleshooting

Operation and maintenance of production equipment

Team dynamics understanding

Attention to detail

Continuous improvement process principles

Job description

About the role:

The Senior Biotechnologist II role is responsible for managing and performing work associated with converting raw materials and components into finished goods. This includes general production manufacturing work, assembling finished components, process manufacturing batches, setting up and operating machine tools, surface finishing, and packaging materials or finished goods. This role supports Takeda's mission by ensuring high-quality production processes and adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

How you will contribute:

• Manage personal training plan to enhance knowledge, skills, and capabilities
• Troubleshoot process and equipment problems in a timely manner to minimize manufacturing downtime
• Conduct safety Gembaâ€s and provide coaching daily to ensure technicians are adhering to proper ergonomic techniques
• Support all local manufacturing operations
• Operate general production equipment (such as Filling, Inspection, & Packaging equipment)
• Oversee the hands-on execution of all activities in the production area
• Participate in departmental projects and quality working teams

Skills and qualifications:

• Applies advanced lean manufacturing techniques, capable of advising others and anticipating future manufacturing requirements.
• Recognized as an expert in environmental health and safety, able to develop strategic safety initiatives and coach others at all levels.
• Advanced ability in product and manufacturing information, capable of applying knowledge in complex situations and guiding others.
• Expert in good manufacturing practices, provides strategic insights and supervises others in the domain.
• Skilled in conducting investigations, recognized for deep expertise and leadership in investigative strategies, coaching others.
• Leads in quality control in complex situations, advising others and making improvement recommendations based on advanced knowledge.
• Manages workflows independently, understands optimization strategies, and requires minimal guidance.
• Performs advanced troubleshooting, guiding others through complex problem-solving processes, and recommending improvements.
• Expertly handles the operation and maintenance of production equipment, including in complex situations, providing guidance to others.
• Drives team efforts through advanced understanding of team dynamics, capable of coaching others and improving team processes.
• Excellently manages tasks requiring high attention to detail, independently addresses complex scenarios, and advises others on maintaining precision.
• Independently applies continuous improvement process principles in routine and moderately complex situations with minimal guidance, showing a comprehensive understanding of the concepts and methodologies.

Takeda is an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment that values diversity and inclusion, where all colleagues can thrive.

Locations

SGP - Singapore - Woodlands

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time