Production Technician

About the role

The Production Technician will report to the Production Team Leader and work closely with other technicians, team leaders, departments and contractors on Jurong Island. The role involves operating and monitoring chemical processing equipment, ensuring product quality, and maintaining safe plant operations.

Key responsibilities

• Operate and monitor distillation, filtration, separation and heating equipment for a wide range of chemical products.
• Perform plant handover and takeover, conduct routine checks, and ensure all bleeders and vents are closed.
• Take chemical and physical samples, run routine tests, and record production data to verify product specifications.
• Manage logistics for loading and unloading ISO tankers, road trucks and drums, following safety procedures.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, carry out filter cleaning, minor piping connections/disconnections, and request maintenance when needed.
• Prepare equipment for maintenance, execute LOTO, conduct gas tests, and restore equipment to service after verification.
• Respond to process upsets, leaks and emergencies as a member of the ERT team.
• Monitor, report and intervene on unsafe conditions, and raise concerns on critical equipment.

Required profile

• NITEC in Chemical Process Technology or equivalent.
• 1‑5 years of experience in chemical, pharma, oil or gas manufacturing.
• Good understanding of EHS practices and ability to work 12‑hour shifts.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Physically fit and willing to work on Jurong Island.

Required skills

• Operation of distillation, filtration and separation equipment.
• Chemical sampling and routine testing.
• Logistics handling of ISO tankers and road trucks.
• Troubleshooting equipment malfunctions.
• Filter cleaning and minor piping work.
• LOTO procedures and gas testing.
• Permit assessment and emergency response.