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Takeda Pharmaceuticals Manufacturing Manager in Singapore, Singapore
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Job Description
Takeda's Singapore biologics manufacturing facility focuses on manufacturing potentially life-saving medicines for patients suffering from rare blood disorders such as Hemophilia A and B. As part of the company’s Biologics Operating Unit network, the site is Takeda’s only biologics drug substance manufacturing facility in Asia. The facility has two buildings, including manufacturing suites and laboratories, as well as Takeda’s first positive energy building certified by Singapore’s Building and Construction Authority’s Green Mark scheme in 2022.
Job Title: Manufacturing Manager
Location: Woodlands, Singapore
About the role:
Working with minimal supervision, the individual delivers leadership and excellence in manufacturing processing and scheduling to meet site demands. Manages the floor operations to ensure safety and compliance with cGMPs are maintained at all times. Oversees the planning, implementation, and maintenance of manufacturing operations for new and/or existing products and technologies in a cGMP environment. Collaborate with support groups to ensure accurate and well managed transfer of process changes/improvements to floor operations. Integrate best practices, where appropriate, into manufacturing. Ensures the efficiency of material, equipment and personnel in day-to-day operations. Leading continuous improvements and driving Right-First-Time on floor operations to support the site metrics in the elements of Safety, Quality, Compliance and Efficiency.
How you will contribute:
60%- Operational Scope (for example, Cell Culture or Purification or Buffer Preparation or Equipment Preparation):
Accountable for daily operations on the production floor, including shift teams’ schedule adherence, safety and quality.
Develop technical expertise in area of responsibility and make technical decisions with the inputs from relevant technical experts.
Schedule activities including maintenance/ BEC and carry out coordination of such activities between shift teams and supporting functions.
Monitor departmental operating expenses (OT, Equipment, Supplies) and assist in developing budgets.
Responsible for operational improvements, and efficiency improvements
Responsible for shift-to-shift operational consistency, prioritization and coordination
Provide technical support through interactions with support groups to ensure accurate and well managed transfer of process changes/improvements to floor.
25% - People:
Responsible for interviewing, selecting candidates and requesting approval if needed
Provide effective leadership through:
Assess performance and make recommendations for annual programs such as Talent Review and Year End Compensation
Individual goal setting/performance reviews.
Ensure appropriate staffing levels and skill sets are maintained.
Ensure team dynamics is built and maintained.
Effectively manage employee performance issues and corrective actions.
Ensure the use of safe work practices and behaviors.
Recognize and appreciate employee contributions and support workforce diversity.
Ensure that employees are working in a safe and compliant manner.
Encourage a culture of continuous improvement.
Support Training Compliance through:
Ensure that Workstream Training targets are met.
Approve training materials.
Day to day training and coaching employees
15% - Quality & Staff Technical Training & Development:
Quality:
Support Quality Audits as a Subject Matter Expert as required.
Support event investigations as Area Owner and to review proposed Corrective & Preventive Actions for feasibility of implementation onto the floor and its impact to floor operations.
Ensure quality metrics for responsible areas are met and start improvement initiatives such as Right-First-Time initiatives as required.
Ensure operational metrics are maintained.
Review and approve Standard Operating Procedures/Batch Records
Staff Technical Training and Development:
Meet and maintain training requirements.
Develop and maintain personal development plan.
Provide annual performance self-assessment on development plan.
Others:
Responsibility to adhere to any applicable EHS requirements.
Commitment to a fair and respectful relationship to others and behaviour in accordance with Takeda’s Code of Conduct.
Any other duties as assigned by supervisor.
What you bring to Takeda:
Education and Experience Requirements
Degree in Chemical Engineering / Bioengineering / Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering / Pharmaceutical Engineering or equivalent and possesses minimally 7 years of relevant experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
Diploma in Applied Chemistry / Biomedical Sciences / Chemical Engineering / Food Science & Technology / Biologics & Process Technology / Chemical & Pharmaceutical Technology/ Food Science & Nutrition / Molecular Biotechnology / Biotechnology / Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering / Pharmacy Science or equivalent and possesses minimally 9 years of relevant experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
Nitec in Biotechnology / Chemical Process Technology or equivalent with minimally 12 years of relevant experience in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical industry
Experience as a Lead or Supervisor in a GMP Manufacturing facility required; minimum of 3 years of management experience.
Experience in executing moderate to complex schedules preferred.
Experience with systems such as JDE, LIMS and TrackWise is a plus.
Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies will be advantageous.
Key Skills and Competencies
Must possess effective leadership skills.
General knowledge of cGMP’s and applicable agency regulations (such as the FDA, EMEA) to ensure inspection readiness of department.
Operational knowledge of aseptic technique, clean-in-place (CIP) and steam-in-place (SIP) and general biopharmaceutical production equipment.
Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
Demonstrates appropriate level of adaptability, maintains positive outlook, and demonstrates composure under pressure.
Possess excellent communication skills to all levels throughout the organization.
Proven organizational and time management skills.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses/goggles, gloves and safety shoes.
Ability to gown and gain entry to biotechnology/pharmaceutical manufacturing areas.
More about us:
At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.
Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.
Empowering our people to shine:
Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Locations
SGP - Singapore - Woodlands
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time