Operations Technician (Pilot Plant) Trainee (Attach and Train Programme)

The Attach and Train Programme (AnT) is a structured talent development programme designed to build a pipeline of skilled professionals for Singapore’s advanced biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry, supporting both current and future workforce needs.

As a trainee, you will go through a 15-month structured on-the-job training programme with GSK, gaining hands-on experience, industry-relevant skills, and mentorship from experienced professionals in a world-leading biopharmaceutical environment.

We welcome applications from both fresh graduates and mid-career individuals who are passionate about developing a career in the biopharmaceutical manufacturing sector.

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

For more information, please visit Career Conversion Programmes (CCP) for Individuals

Role Description:

Set-up, maintain and repair Pilot Plant Equipment and Instrument to maximise plant availability and minimise product changeover times within the framework of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and EHS.
 

Trainee to be involved in:

• Responsible for trouble shooting and repairing all instruments and equipment in the Pilot Plant
• Decide on the trouble shooting approach to be taken and determine whether external resources (i.e. mechanical, instrument, automation or electrical) are required
• Coordinate external resources, to trouble shoot and repair equipment and instruments
• Perform routine preventative maintenance activities
• Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out safely, cost effectively and to a very high quality
• Assist Mechanical Technicians in disassembling and re-assembling activities associated with equipment cleanouts to allow product changeovers
• Calibrate and set-up instruments prior to new product campaigns.
• Install and set-up instruments associated with mobile Pilot Plant equipment
• Carry out implementation activities for minor plant modifications and capital projects, in line with defined specifications and budget
• Communicate with the Shift Superintendent to prioritise the various maintenance and troubleshooting activities to be performed and report on the progress of all actions and on any escalation activities performed
• Liaise with shift-based Instrument Technicians on other plants, as well as with mechanical and electrical technicians, the Automation Team and external contractors when external maintenance resources are required
• Recommend spares to be kept as stock and tools to be purchased.
• Take personal responsibility for quality in all aspects of maintenance work that impact product quality
• All work to be carried out in accordance to the permit-to-work system
• Prepare Instrument trouble shooting and maintenance procedures.
• Train the Pilot Plant Mechanical Technicians in basic Instrument maintenance and trouble shooting activities
• Ensure the cost effectiveness of all maintenance jobs by initiating and implementing Lean Sigma activities focusing on instrument reliability and maintenance standardisation
• Provide timely technical advice to other departments to assist in continuous improvement processes
• Ability to interpret and apply Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) knowledge

We are looking for you with below attributes:

• NITEC/Higher NITEC/Diploma in Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences or Bio-processing related disciplines

What you will learn:

• Demonstrate commitment to cGMP, EHS compliance aspects of clean-room plant operation
• Excellent self-motivated team player with hands-on attitude and good communication skills
• Ability to understand, apply and evaluate basic chemistry, biology and physical principles
• Ability and willingness to work any shift in support of operations that may include 24/7

What do we offer?

• This role operates on 12-hours shift operations
• Monthly training allowances with shift allowances (not subject to CPF contributions)
• On-the-job training while working with a diversified team of professionals 
• Understand and experience the GSK Culture 
• Implement technical knowledge and skills that you have acquired
• Apply and develop soft skills such as interpersonal, communications and negotiation skills 
• Employee benefits including medical and insurance coverage, leave entitlements and onsite cafeteria benefits
• Transport to and from site to MRT stations in centralised locations all across Singapore  

Where will I be based?

You will be based at one of our manufacturing site in Singapore near Jurong.
 

How can I apply?

Applications are now open. Click on the button above to apply.

We recommend you apply as soon as possible, because we accept ongoing applications and offer positions on a first come, first served basis!

Need help with your application?

Please email us at WW.EarlyCareers@gsk.com and let us know how we can help you.

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Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

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