Traineeship - Production Engineering

West Pharmaceutical Services; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company in Singapore is offering a Traineeship in Production Engineering focused on supporting daily production tasks and ensuring quality standards. The program includes hands-on training and future employment opportunities. Candidates should possess a degree in Engineering and demonstrate strong attention to detail and teamwork skills. This role is exclusively for Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related discipline.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in achieving daily production goals.
• Investigate open Deviations and Out-of-Specification (OOS) events.
• Help coordinate change control activities.
• Maintain adherence to procedures and quality standards.
• Contribute to problem-solving initiatives.
• Assist in troubleshooting production processes.
• Engage in teamwork and maintain positive communications.

Skills

Good communication

Teamwork skills

Attention to detail

Basic IT proficiency

Education

Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related discipline

Job description

Traineeship - Production Engineering

Requisition ID:69471

Date:Aug 29, 2025

Location:

Singapore, Singapore, SG

Department:Operations

Description:

Overview

Job Summary: Supports the Production by assisting in daily tasks and maintaining adherence to quality and safety standards. Ensures compliance with protocols to facilitate smooth and efficient production processes.

The Career Conversion Programme (CCP) (Train-and-Place) for Advanced Biopharmaceuticals Manufacturing Executives/Professionals is designed to cultivate skilled professionals for Singapore's Biopharmaceuticals manufacturing industry in response to anticipated hiring needs. Jointly supported by Workforce Singapore (WSG) and the Workforce Advancement Federation (WAF), this 15-month training programme includes a local attachment with West and future potential opportunities upon completion of the traineeship.

Due to the nature of the programme, we can only consider Singapore Citizens and Singapore Permanent Residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist shift Supervisors, Team Leaders and Team Members to achieve daily production goals.
• Assist in investigating open Deviations and Out-of-Specification (OOS) events to ensure their timely and effective resolution and support the implementation of CAPAs to prevent recurrence.
• Help coordinate change control activities by preparing necessary documentation and tracking progress.
• Contribute to a right-first-time culture by maintaining attention to detail and adherence to procedures.
• Assist in creating/updating Standard Operating Instructions (SOIs) and Work Instructions (WI) by drafting the procedures and coordinating feedback collaboration.
• Participate in problem-solving initiatives using basic methodologies to help identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Assist in troubleshooting production processes to address product issues and improve efficiency.
• Engage in cross-functional project discussions and provide support during implementation.
• Support process improvement initiatives by engaging in LEAN activities and suggesting improvements.
• Maintain adherence to all gowning protocols to ensure contamination prevention.
• Foster teamwork within the department by contributing positively to group tasks and communications.
• Follow Standard Operating Instructions (SOI) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in daily tasks.
• Ensure Compliance with Global Policies, Procedures, Guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Engage in personal development and training opportunities to improve skills and knowledge relevant to the role.
• Support stock take activities and ensure that variance is within budget.
• Work with vendor to close Safety/Quality CAPA and minor machine design changes & fabrication
• Support equipment calibration and preventive maintenance activities.

Education

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related discipline.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining quality standards.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficient in basic IT applications and documentation practices.