Supervisor, Manufacturing

Sanofi; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanofi is seeking a Supervisor, Manufacturing in Tuas, Singapore to lead startup and operations for engineering and PPQ batches within a modern, digitalized facility. You will oversee a team of biotechnologists, ensure GMP compliance and safety, and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing processes.

The role requires a university degree with substantial experience, plus leadership in a GMP environment and familiarity with DeltaV/MES systems.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent with at least 8 years of relevant experience.
• Biotechnology/Pharmaceutical background with at least 2 years of people leadership in Manufacturing.
• Experience with cGMP documentation and record maintenance.
• Familiarity and prior working experience with DeltaV and MES would be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the startup and operation of the manufacturing areas to produce engineering and PPQ batches.
• Provide field leadership to the team of biotechnologists.
• Ensure GMP, safety regulations and company procedures are followed.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues.
• Maintain accurate production records and documentation.
• Initiate and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the manufacturing process lifecycle and deviations, CAPA.

Skills

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

University Degree or equivalent

Tools

DeltaV

MES

Single Use Systems

Job description

Job Title: Supervisor, Manufacturing

Hiring Manager: Manager, Manufacturing

Location: Tuas, Singapore

About the Job

Sanofi Manufacturing and Supply organization is preparing its future through an ambitious program named Modulus. The Modulus Project is at the cornerstone of Sanofi strategy as it aims at creating a new manufacturing concept consisting of a new generation of evolutive multi-product facilities, modular, adaptable and agile, leveraging new disruptive technologies, to better address vaccine business challenges as well as Specialty Care Biologics products. One of these two Modulus is implemented in Singapore in a new Greenfield site, with a design identical to the one in Neuville (France). The facilities will also have highly digitalized and automated capabilities which is a key enabler for operations using technologies such as autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs), cobots and cloud systems. The manufacturing team in Sanofi Modulus, Singapore is seeking to expand the team and has an open position as Supervisor, Manufacturing, responsible for the operations in either Central Manufacturing Services (CMS) or Process Manufacturing (PM) team. The role will report to the Manager, Manufacturing. In this role, you will be responsible to lead the startup and operation of the manufacturing areas to produce engineering and PPQ batches with the aim of commercial production. In line with this, you will be responsible to provide field leadership to the team of biotechnologist who will be your direct reports. The working hour of this role is 12-hour rotating shifts (day and night) and also include weekends and public holidays. The Supervisor, Manufacturing will (not limited to the following): Ensure compliance with GMP, safety regulations, and company procedures. Train, develop, and evaluate team members' performance. Troubleshoot equipment and process issues. Maintain accurate production records and documentation. Initiate and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Manage inventory and resource allocation in the manufacturing operations. Collaborate closely with cross functional teams to operate the manufacturing process manufacturing process lifecycle and supporting deviation investigations line including management of changes and CAPA implementation, management As a fronter or Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the team for regulator inspection audits.

Performance Standards: Duties & Responsibilities

Key Areas Action Areas, Deliverables and Outcomes Weightage (Total 100%) Team Management and Leadership 50% Hire, train and manage direct team reports. Manufacturing Operations 50% Lead and perform operations on the production floor. Ensure compliance to applicable HSE and quality guidelines.

About You

Pre-requisites Knowledge, Skills & Competencies / Language Team management Self-starter and independent worker who can operate and perform in cross functional setting. Possess analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to problem solve and navigate through complexity and ambiguity. Able to work in fast paced and dynamic conditions with tight timelines. Excellent analytical, consultative, and diagnostic skills with ability to make sound, data-based business decisions. Effective communication skills necessary to interact with internal stakeholders (includes strong presentation skills). Good technical writing skills.

Qualifications / Requirement

University Degree or equivalent with at least 8 years of relevant experience. Biotechnology/Pharmaceutical with At least 2 years of people leadership experience in Manufacturing area. Experience with cGMP documentation and record maintenance. Strong troubleshooting, problem solving and prioritization skills are required. Familiarity and prior working experience with Single Use Systems would be preferred. Previous work experience in a digitalized and automated facility operated by DeltaV and MES would be preferred.

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