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: Senior Logistics Associate II (Fixed Term Contract)
Location: Woodlands, Singapore
About the role:
With general supervision the individual will perform operations in area of Receiving, Warehousing and Shipping
activities. Will support Audits and process improvement activities.
How you will contribute:
The individual will carry out cGMP operations utilizing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP),Computerized Inventory Management System (JDE) and Forms.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Authoring of Warehouse Risk Assessments.
- Competent in expiration dating of received materials and management of Expired Materials.
- Understanding Legal requirements for Shipping – Import/Export licensing, Shipping Schedule
- management, supplier liaison.
- Management of Temptale and competent in reading Temptale reports.
- Troubleshooting for JDE, DCLink and LIMS issues.
- Reject and raise discrepancy form if delivered materials do not meet acceptance criteria.
- Responsible for Coordination between different department for any material related issues.
- Perform wipe down and sanitization of materials/consumables for production use.
- Perform disposal of packaging materials and production returns.
- Perform troubleshooting and carry out “first fix” for equipment issues.
- Actively support transfer of new processes and commission/validation of new projects.
- Support GMP and Safety audits.
- Mentor and perform On-Job-Training to team members.
- Responsible for Alarm/Alert review and real time troubleshooting.
- Responsible for logbooks and log-sheets review and follow up.
- Perform troubleshooting and resolve process related issues.
- Support investigation to event and deviation.
- Interface with other departments to resolve issues related to daily operations.
- Actively support transfer of new processes and commission/validation of new projects.
- Actively support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Involve in hands-on execution of the plant operations and assist Supervisors in troubleshooting.
- Will be required to act as SME in one area of the Department’s Operations.
- Participation in Raw Material Release Issues resolution and administrative support in audits.
- Management of Logbooks.
- Involvement in stock counts/checks and 5S activities.
- Undertaking improvement/new projects and assignments with guidance from supervisor.
- Actively support Change Control management.
The individual will manage equipment and support facility related projects by:
- Act as a SME for investigation and solution.
- Responsible to routine safety/process walk and responding to findings.
- Support routine safety and GMP walk down and responding to findings.
- Support execution of Corrective/Preventive actions which identified (If required).
- Support change control activities when assigned (If required).
- Liaise with other department for Corrective/Preventive actions which identified.
Staff Technical Training and Development
- Meet and maintain training requirements.
- Complete assigned training on time.
- Provide technical training for area personnel.
- Provide input on training material development.
- Deputize for supervisor’s activities.
- Provide annual performance self-assessment on development plan.
General Responsibilities:
- Responsibility to adhere to any applicable EHS requirements.
- Commitment to a fair and respectful relationship to others and behavior in accordance with Takeda’s Code of Conduct.
- Any other duties as assigned by supervisor.
What you bring to Takeda:
Education and Experience Requirements
- Fresh Degree graduate in Biomedical Sciences / Chemical Engineering or related with up to one years of relevant experience in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical industry, warehouse/logistics operations.
- 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 related with minimum two years of relevant experience in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical industry, warehouse/logistics operations.
- Min GCE ‘N’, ‘O’ or ITE / Nitec in Biotechnology / Chemical Process Technology or related with up to five years of relevant experience in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical industry, warehouse/logistics operations.
- Demonstrate commitment to cGMP, EHS compliance aspects of clean-room plant operation.
- Experience in ERP/MES/control systems applications will be an added advantage.
- Able to take initiative with good problem-solving skills.
- Excellent team player with hands-on attitude.
- Able to support overtime as required.
- Able to adhere to EHS/GMP requirement.
- Ability to wear appropriate PPE/Cleanroom gowning as per SOP.
- Ability to lift, pull or push equipment requiring up to 20kg.
- Able to work in cold environment (2 to 8 deg).
- Forklift certification and experience in operating a reach truck
- Physically fit to perform some carrying, lifting and cleaning.
- Routinely work in conditions requiring the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Key Skills and Competencies
- Possess good communication skills.
- Possess adequate documentation and proficient computer skills.
- Possess adequate troubleshooting skills.
- Familiar with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
- Ability to read/understand Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and handle chemicals as per SOP.
- Able to monitor and analyze processing parameters to identify atypical trends.
- Able to support Continuous Improvement Projects.
- Able to perform as a subject matter expert for equipment and/or systems.
- Able to perform all operational processes and tasks independently while observing company procedures.
- Is expected to coach/ train in area of expertise.
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.
