Senior Chemical Technician

EyeBio; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharmaceutical company in Singapore is seeking a Senior Chemical Technician for a 2-year contract. This role involves monitoring chemical production activities, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards, and leading teams to achieve production targets. Candidates must possess a higher diploma or degree in Chemical or related fields, and the willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts. Ideal applicants will have a strong focus on ethics, integrity, and compliance in a GMP environment.

Benefits

Limitless career opportunities

State-of-the-art facility

Engaging team environment

Qualifications

• Higher diploma or degree in relevant fields or equivalent operations experience.
• Demonstrated ethics and integrity in a working environment.
• Ability to work rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor chemical production activities.
• Ensure processes run according to specifications and standards.
• Lead troubleshooting and maintain compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices.

Skills

Analytical Problem Solving

Communication

GMP Operations

Chemical Processing

Regulatory Inspections

Laboratory Processes

Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Writing

Manufacturing Quality Control

Shift Work

Education

Higher diploma or degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical engineering or Science

Job description

Senior Chemical Technician (WDA) – 2 years contract

Based in Singapore, this role is part of a premier biopharmaceutical company that has a long history in Asia Pacific. The company has been recognized as a top employer in Singapore for consecutive years and is committed to manufacturing high‑quality biopharmaceuticals worldwide.

About the Opportunity

Manufacturing Operations teams are the people that make our products. We work in the manufacturing plants with a “Safety First, Quality Always” mindset and strive for continuous improvement. This position is located at our local plant and is connected to our global manufacturing network.

What You’ll Do

The Chemical Technician will operate and monitor the chemical production activities in the plant, ensure processes run according to the process description, complete batch documentation, and adhere to quality and safety standards while meeting production targets.

• Operate and monitor assigned chemical processes including pre‑batch checks, vessel charging, post‑charge verification, routine sampling, and batch offloading.
• Adjust and monitor process conditions using automation inputs and personal inspection.
• Maintain material segregation, label containers accurately, and conduct routine checks and scheduled cleaning for process and facilities.
• Record all operational and analytical data, inform the Shift Production Lead of any process abnormalities, and perform material handling duties including forklift operation.
• Supervise and oversee third‑party contractors where applicable and provide on‑the‑job training to other Chemical Technicians.
• Lead troubleshooting, pre‑commissioning, and chemical commissioning activities as directed and participate in SHE, business compliance, cGMP, and other compliance matters.
• Lead a section of Chemical Technicians to meet production targets while maintaining Good Manufacturing Practice, safety, and housekeeping standards.
• Attend meetings, training events, and maintain all qualifications and development milestones as required.

What You Must Have

• Higher diploma or degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical engineering or Science, or equivalent operations experience.
• Good stewardship awareness in cGMP, regulatory inspection preparation, SHE.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations and divisional policies/guidelines (cleaning, housekeeping, maintenance, environmental control, process validation, change control, manufacturing practices).
• Demonstrated ethics, integrity, result driven focus on customers and patients, and rapid disciplined decision‑making.
• Act with courage and candor, build talent, foster collaboration, and communicate effectively.
• Willingness to work 12 hours rotating shift (day/night).

Eligibility & Career Conversion

Singapore citizens or Permanent Residents only. This is a career conversion program under Workforce Singapore (WSG) and is open to PMETs or mid‑careerists with no prior biopharma industry experience. The contract duration is two years.

What You Can Expect

• Limitless opportunities across various areas in manufacturing with a well‑structured career path.
• A state‑of‑the‑art facility that delivers solutions to customers worldwide.
• A highly engaging team that aims to innovate the future.

EEO & Inclusive Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together.

Required Skills

• Analytical Problem Solving, Biological Manufacturing, Chemical Plants, Chemical Processes, Chemical Processing, Chemical Products, Cleanroom Gowning, Communication, Computer Literacy, GMP Operations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Laboratory Processes, Machinery Operation, Manufacturing Quality Control, Packaging Operations, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Process Documentation, Production Changes, Production Scheduling, Regulatory Inspections, Rescue Operations, Shift Work, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Writing, Vaccine Production, Vacuum Pumps

Preferred Skills

• Current Employees apply HERE.
• Current Contingent Workers apply HERE.