Senior Process Engineer

PFIZER ASIA MANUFACTURING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical firm in Singapore is seeking a skilled professional to coordinate the manufacture of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients. You will provide technical support, implement efficiency improvements, and manage critical projects. The ideal candidate has significant experience in the field and a strong background in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, ensuring high-quality standards in production.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in a relevant field or 6+ years with an associate’s degree.
• Able to improve site performance using Lean and Six Sigma tools.
• Understanding of regulatory standards affecting pharmaceutical production.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the manufacture of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients.
• Provide technical support to improve processes.
• Develop and implement Cost Improvement Projects.

Skills

Lean and Six Sigma tools

Technical skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication tools and techniques

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree

BA/BS

MBA/MS

Job description

Use Your Power for Purpose

Our breakthroughs would not reach the hands of patients without our dedicated pharmaceutical manufacturing team. We rely on agile members who understand the critical impact of their role in Pfizer’s mission. Patients need colleagues like you who take pride in their work and continuously strive to improve outcomes. Your efforts ensure that patients and physicians have timely access to the medicines they need.

What You Will Achieve

In this role, you will:

• Coordinate the manufacture of key API (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients) Intermediate processes and ensure flawless execution focusing on safety, quality, supply, and cost.
• Provide essential technical support to process teams to sustain and enhance the processes, including diagnosing and rectifying faults within the API manufacturing Control Systems.
• Develop and implement Cost Improvement Projects (CIP) to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Contribute to moderately complex projects, managing your own time to meet targets and developing plans for short-term work activities.
• Provide technical support to sustain and improve changeover processes on site, collaborating closely with Operations, Safety, Engineering, Quality Operations, and Value Stream Teams.
• Coordinate the tech transfer of processes and technologies to other international API sites, utilizing site business processes to support and monitor the Change Over process effectively.
• Support the talent development strategy at Pfizer sites, ensuring continuous improvement and excellence in all operations.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• High school diploma (or equivalent) with 8+ years of experience or associate’s degree with 6+ years of experience or BA/BS with 2+ years of experience or MBA/MS with any years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated ability to deliver improvements to site performance using Lean and Six Sigma tools
• Understanding of regulatory standards and guidance documents as well as evolving cGMPS impact pharmaceutical production
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to make timely decisions
• Proficiency in using communication tools and techniques to explain complex issues and establish consensus among teams

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• Relevant pharmaceutical experience
• Strong project management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to mentor and guide other colleagues
• Experience in diagnosing and rectifying faults within manufacturing control systems
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)

Work Location Assignment: On Premise