Senior Maintenance Technician (WDA) at Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp. /Netherlands

Singapore, Singapore, Singapore -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Preventive Maintenance, GMP Compliance, Troubleshooting, Data Analysis Management, Emergency Repairs, Equipment Reliability Improvement, Quality Control Management, Maintenance Management, Pneumatics, Packaging Processes, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Maintenance Scheduling, Field Failure Analysis

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Job Description Senior Maintenance Technician (WDA) Based in Singapore, the regional hub for Asia Pacific (AP) and top-ranked biopharmaceutical company on the Straits Times and Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you are responsible for supporting and executing the setup of the Packaging operations. This involves working closely together with the Capital Project team to ensure Safety, Quality, Compliance and Operational aspects of the packaging lines are adequately included during the design and construction phase. Post construction and qualification, as the team prepares for commercial supply, you will support the engineering and maintenance activities to ensure they meet GMP, regulatory and supply requirements. In this role, you will: Participate actively as part of the Site start-up team in equipment FATs and site qualification activities (IQ, OQ and PPQ) for Syringe and Vial Packaging lines Shape data-driven decisions that solve business challenges and deliver on desired outcomes and people experience. Drive innovation, every plant area is a model area Build future-ready manufacturing facility and position Singapore as strategic site for new products and innovation solutions in the Global Network. What you will do: Safety & compliance Uphold and comply with safety standards and never compromise on patient, team and personal safety. Participate in Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) improvement initiatives. Implement corrective and preventive actions as recommended from investigations, regulatory inspections and internal audits. Understand and ensure Safety and cGMP requirements are met. Ensure equipment related activity is completed according to established procedures and all associated documentation is completed to a high standard. Participate in Emergency Response Team (ERT) as a team member when assigned. Enhance and uphold Maintenance quality Execute maintenance and improvement activities within the IPT, ensure preventative maintenance is completed according to schedule requirements, and support equipment change control implementations Reduce equipment downtime and enhance equipment performance through quality preventive maintenance works. Executes CMMS Work Instruction from Packaging line (e.g. Isolation and Reconnection of electrical supply, replace faulty part, troubleshoot, repair E/I and mechanical faults). Operations excellence Support and meet performance metrics of the assigned operations Proactively assess and carry out preventive maintenance and corrective repair works on packaging, robotic and conveying system. Contribute to maintain a high level of good housekeeping and carrying out operations within accepted GMP and HSE practices. Resolve issues in a timely manner and minimize equipment down time. Participate in Continuous improvement initiatives. Identify and report improvement for routine work activities. Highly effective worker; resourceful with a “get-it-done, can-do” attitude. Problem solving Analyze and recommend solutions for identified issues Support Production and Maintenance teams on problem solving and troubleshooting. Able to properly assess the situation and understand when to escalate to a higher level. Work together with the Engineering team to use 5S tool to maintain the working environment and perform Kaizen for improvement activities. What are we looking for? Qualifications & Experience Nitec/ Diploma in Mechanical / Mechatronics / Electrical or Instrumentation & Control Engineering. 3-5 years of maintenance experience in the pharmaceutical, chemical or semiconductor industry. Experience or knowledge of PLC’s/HMI’s, electrical protective devices will be an added advantage. Good oral/written communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge and experience working within a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Familiarity with SAP is a plus. Basic knowledge in using Microsoft Office, including MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint Professional Competencies Resilient and resourceful Continuous learning mindset Foster teamwork and cross collaboration Strong work ethics Result driven mindset Job Requirements Physically fit as the job requires employee to stand, walk, crouch, lift, twist, climb and reach. In addition, employee may be required to stand for a period of time, climb flights of stairs, and wear hearing protection equipment as required by the job. Role requires employee to work on shift May be required to be on standby for any emergency repair after office hours, weekends and public holidays WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT Limitless opportunities across various areas in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing. A state-of-the-art facility that delivers solution to its customers world-wide. Highly engaging team that aims to innovate the future. This is a Career Conversion Program (CCP for Advanced Biopharmaceuticals Manufacturing Professionals (Place-and-Train) under Workforce Singapore (WSG) and candidates must meet the following criteria and are open to the following conditions: PMETs/Mid-Careerist with minimum 2 years of working experience Singaporeans/PRs only Open to 2 years contract Our Manufacturing & Supply Division is committed to be the most trusted supplier of biopharmaceuticals worldwide. Our facilities, along with our external contractors, suppliers, and partners, create an interdependent global manufacturing network that’s committed to delivering a high quality, reliable supply to customers and patients on time, every time. Required Skills: Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), Computer Literacy, Data Analysis Management, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Maintenance, Emergency Repairs, Emergency Response, Equipment Reliability Improvement, Equipment Repairs, Equipment Troubleshooting, Field Failure Analysis, GMP Compliance, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Internal Inspection, Maintenance Management, Maintenance Processes, Maintenance Scheduling, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Maintenance, Packaging Processes, Pneumatics, Preventive Maintenance, Production Scheduling, Quality Control Management {+ 5 more} Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term) Relocation: VISA Sponsorship: Travel Requirements: Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable Shift: Valid Driving License: Hazardous Material(s): Job Posting End Date: 01/30/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date. Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where we have codified our legacy for over a century. Our success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.

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Responsibilities

The Senior Maintenance Technician will support the setup of Packaging operations and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards during the design and construction phases. Post-construction, the role involves executing maintenance activities to meet GMP and regulatory requirements.