Senior Technical Specialist, MFG (MM) - Fixed Term Contract

Lonza Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid medical insurance

Daily company bus to Tuas site

Inclusive and ethical workplace

Compensation programs recognizing high

Job summary

Lonza Singapore is seeking a Senior Technical Specialist for Manufacturing (MM) on a fixed-term contract. You will lead operational readiness for technology transfers and process campaigns, drive run activities and CAPA handling.

You will mentor junior team members, ensure data integrity, and collaborate with SMEs and QA to close investigations and ensure compliant lot disposition. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s in chemical/biochemical engineering or related science, with experience in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical/biochemical engineering or related science.
• Experience in two of three manufacturing aspects: Readiness, Run, and Release.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Experience with deviation investigations and root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support operational readiness activities for technology transfers and process campaigns.
• Manage run activities, deviation assessments, CAPAs, and rejected material management.
• Lead investigations for deviations/non-conformities; perform root cause analysis and CAPAs.
• Facilitate discussions with SMEs and QA to close investigations and disposition lots.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within Manufacturing operations.
• Initiate and mentor junior team members in the department.
• Uphold data integrity and improve processes per Lonza policies.

Skills

Operational readiness

Process campaigns

Root cause analysis

CAPA

MFG operations

Change management

Technical writing

Continuous improvement

Mentoring juniors

Data integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical/biochemical engineering or related science

Job description

Senior Technical Specialist, MFG (MM) - Fixed Term Contract

What you will get:

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• Daily company bus from the MRT location near your home to and from the Tuas site.
• Fully paid medical insurance.

What you will do:

• Lead and support operational readiness activities for technology transfers and process campaigns, including MBR development/revision and Change Requests.
• Manage and execute operational run activities, supporting deviation assessments, CAPAs, and rejected material management.
• Lead investigations for deviations, non-conformities, and trends, performing root cause analysis and defining appropriate CAPAs.
• Facilitate discussions with SMEs and Quality Assurance specialists to ensure timely investigation closure and lot disposition.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within Manufacturing operations, identifying and implementing tangible benefits.
• Initiate and actively guide/mentor junior team members, fostering their development within the department.
• Uphold data integrity principles, proactively evaluating and improving processes in accordance with Lonza policies.

What we are looking for:

• A bachelor's degree in engineering (Chemical/Biochemical) or Science (Biochemistry/Chemistry/Microbiology).
• Demonstrated ability to perform two out of three critical manufacturing aspects: Readiness, Run, and Release.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and operational knowledge of manufacturing equipment.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and technical writing skills.
• Proven ability to manage changing priorities and deliver results with agility.
• Experience in leading deviation investigations and root cause analysis using structured methodologies (e.g., 5-Why's, Ishikawa).
• A proactive approach to identifying areas for improvement and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.