Production Technician

at  SCALEUP BIO PTE LTD

This role is for ADM’s joint venture, based in Tuas West Drive and operating in 3 shifts.

• Perform full course of operations from material handling (receiving, storage, dispensing), fermentation (media preparations, sampling, adjustments, charge out), downstream operations (centrifuge, filtering, spray dry, packing) and CIP/SIP as per SOP to meet desired production output and achieve good product quality.
• Perform pre- and post-campaign activities, cleaning and inspection to ensure full sanitization of equipment and pipelines.
• During operation, perform process control via on-site panel or remotely, monitor process trends and alarms through the SCADA system.
• Monitor other plant status e.g. utilities, report issues and liaise with external vendors for immediate recovery actions to ensure minimal interruption to manufacturing process.
• Perform basic maintenance of the production equipment to ensure they are in optimal conditions to facilitate effective and efficient production.
• Complete all documentation according to GMP and GDP standards.
• Conduct stock count at the end of campaign to ensure all materials used are recorded and balance stocks are in line with book balance.
• Perform transactions and operations in Dynamics365.
• Generate shift report, ensure proper communication and handling over of shift duties.
• Assist Process Engineers to troubleshoot all operating deviations and issues and coordinate with other function when required.
• Report all actual, near misses and potential accidents for further investigation, and participate actively to resolve any near miss situations.
• Perform daily housekeeping and maintain the overall production area and equipment cleanliness
• Participate in 5S, lean manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives
• Comply with Company’s policies, procedures and safety rules and practices.
• Assist in project commissioning and validation activities as necessary