Job Description

At West, we\'re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West\'s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?There\'s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.Job Summary:In this role you will support the laboratory with the following:

• To oversee the total preventive maintenance program for all laboratory equipment.
• To support the Singapore laboratory to comply with all data integrity requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• To participate and work with the laboratory supervisors to support the laboratory with metrology support adhering to ALCOA+ principles and all data integrity requirements.
• To oversee as administrator and maintenance of existing legacy, stand-alone computerized systems with strong focus on transitioning them to fully networked computerized systems in collaboration with D&T when required.
• To ensure the GMP status and the functionality of the laboratory equipment in accordance with the guidelines 21 CRF Part 11 on data integrity.
• To support and/or implement the computer system validations in connection with the implementation of new computer-based laboratory equipment or upgrades of existing laboratory equipment.
• To establish new work instructions and process regulations in connection with computer-aided measuring systems in the laboratory and provide training to the laboratory team.
• To support the laboratory with any equipment troubleshooting and coordinate with the equipment manufacturer/distributor for timely resolution and/or commissioning external service providers when required.
• To report all protocol non-conformances and equipment failures to the laboratory supervisor.
• To execute any other duties as assigned by the laboratory supervisor
• To support and contribute actively in Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target
• Be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this
• Be aware of his/her special responsibility towards health and safety in accordance with the company\'s safety policy at all times
• Be aware of his/her special responsibility for quality and conducts his/her activities in accordance with the Company quality policy at all times

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor\'s degree or equivalent experience in Computing or Chemistry or Microbiology laboratory.
• Advanced Diploma / Diploma in Computing or Chemistry or Microbiology / Pharmaceutical Science / Life Science with minimum of five years relevant laboratory experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Good communication skill; able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal manner.
• Good analytical skills
• Good teamwork player
• Demonstrate technical competence through independent & resourceful research wherever applicable (e.g. through review of pharmacopeia literature & participation in forums), and translate such competence into appropriate medium (e.g. through oral & written responses to audits & regulatory inspections) to attain compliance.

Competencies/Authorities

• GMP
• GDP

Physical and Travel Requirements

• N/A

West embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We foster an environment where all individuals are safe, treated fairly, valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Where permitted by law, employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of post-offer background screening and/or drug screening.

West Pharmaceutical Services