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Senior Biotechnologist I

Singapore, Singapore
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On the Global Manufacturing and Supply (GMS) team at Takeda, you’ll be part of a rapidly transforming industry that’s applying technology and data in new ways. Within our agile, innovative, people-centric organization, your work will matter every day as you use your skills to help us manufacture therapies for patients on our four platforms:

  • Small Molecules
  • Biologics
  • Plasma
  • Cell and Gene

As part of the GMS team, you'll have the opportunity to pursue unique experiences and build new skills, and you'll know that the work you do every day makes an impact — on our patients, our people, our planet, and on yourself.

Job ID R0162062 Date posted 09/03/2025 Location Singapore, Singapore

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Job Description

The Senior Biotechnologist I role is responsible for managing and performing work associated with converting raw materials and components into finished goods. This includes general production manufacturing work, assembling finished components, and process manufacturing batches of bulk materials. The role ensures the efficient and effective production of high-quality products, contributing to Takeda's mission of bringing better health to people and a brighter future to the world.

How you will contribute:
* Manage and perform general production manufacturing work
* Assemble finished components or parts into finished products
* Process manufacturing batches of bulk materials/ingredients, including mechanical and chemical processing
* Set up and operate machine tools to convert materials into parts, sub-assemblies, and assemblies
* Perform surface finishing of parts, components, and assembled items
* Package materials or finished goods into containers for protection, display, and handling
* Collaborate within and outside the department, providing minimal guidance on routine tasks

Skills and qualifications:
* Applies Good Manufacturing Practices independently, capable of handling complex situations and mentoring others
* Recognized expert in Product And Manufacturing Information, capable of strategic advice and coaching
* Leads Continuous Improvement Process initiatives, driving strategic improvements and coaching others
* Manages quality control in complex situations, advises on standards and improvements
* Troubleshoots complex problems independently, coaches others in problem-solving techniques
* Enhances team collaboration through advanced understanding of team dynamics and coaching
* Oversees and advises on equipment maintenance and operational efficiency
* Applies lean manufacturing principles independently in complex situations, capable of coaching others
* Implements Environmental Health and Safety standards, recognized as a subject matter expert
* Manages tasks with high attention to detail, independently addresses complex scenarios
* Communicates effectively across organizational levels, anticipates communication requirements
* Analyzes and optimizes workflows, provides guidance on effective management strategies

As this level you will apply your comprehensive technical expertise, gained from a high school diploma and relevant working experience, to solve complex problems. Your proficiency allows you to work independently, often serving as a resource for less experienced colleagues. Errors in this role are impactful, necessitating a thorough approach to your work. You will collaborate within and outside your department, requiring minimal guidance on routine tasks.

Locations

SGP - Singapore - Woodlands

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time
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    Through trust and respect, you will have genuine support from leaders, managers, and colleagues to do your best work.

We're Steadfast In Our Commitment to Four Key Imperatives

Patient


Responsibly translate science into highly innovative medicines and accelerate access to improve lives worldwide.

People


Create an exceptional people experience.

Planet


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Transform Takeda into the most trusted, data-driven, outcomes-based biopharmaceutical company.

What we believe in

Our values of Takeda-ism are Integrity, Fairness, Honesty and Perseverance, with Integrity as the core. These are brought to life through actions based on Patient, Trust, Reputation and Business, in that order.

Our belief in putting people first extends beyond our patients — it includes their families and communities, as well as our Takeda colleagues and their families.

We are committed to embracing our differences, valuing different perspectives, and fostering a culture of respect, inclusiveness and empowerment.

Our embedded Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) strategy enables us to attract and retain exceptional talent, drives innovation, and helps address systemic inequalities in our communities.

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  • Honesty

  • Perseverance

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