Jonathan TAN Tse Yeow
Singapore
Summary
Operations professional with solid foundation in optimizing operational processes and driving efficiency improvements. Proven track record of managing cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and streamline workflows. Demonstrated proficiency in strategic planning and problem-solving, ensuring continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Extraction Operations Manager (Interim) / Extraction Research Scientist
YSQ International Pte Ltd
09.2023 - Current
- Lead and manage the Extraction department, comprising seven scientists and specialists, in conducting research activities such as concept development, scope definition, feasibility analysis, process development, product or operational risk and hazard assessments.
- Overall in-charge of tobacco and botanical based product research activities including supporting production plant in development of manufacturing options, scaling up, production trial, pre commercialization testing and implementation adhering to TPD (2014/40/EU) regulations.
- Drive continuous process improvement through the ability to recognize unnecessary complexities and process gaps and proactively drive implementation of strategies to execute effective solutions.
- Develop and execute project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
- Identify opportunities for product improvements and cost reductions, and implement changes as needed.
- Conduct process reviews and product improvement by working and communicating with respective department peers, in identifying objectives, budget, requirements, plans and formulate options.
- Work with cross-functional teams to ensure that products meet all regulatory and compliance requirements.
- Train and mentor junior staff members, providing guidance and support in their professional development.
- Identify and evaluate potential new suppliers and vendors for raw materials, equipment, and services.
- Enforce and comply with all workplaces, health, and safety regulations.
Head of Plant Proteins Processing
Lohas Foods Pte. Limited
06.2021 - 02.2023
- Led the development of in-house plant protein extraction process and conventional protein extraction process using key plant ingredients.
- Identified key process parameters to achieve yield optimization and maximize product purity. Worked closely with vendors on designing and procuring suitable pilot-scale (900-L) extraction system for in-house scale-up activities.
- Established methods to characterize both commercial and in-house extracted proteins based on their functionalities.
- Identified, evaluated, implemented new or existing methods for plant protein modification for increased functionality.
- Set up new lab with up-stream plant proteins extraction process capabilities.
NPI Engineer
Illumina
05.2020 - 06.2021
- Participated in new products introduction and technology transfer with scale up and sustainability characterization to enable high volume production.
- Worked cross-functionally with R&D, Manufacturing and Quality to develop processes for new products and improve process of existing product.
- Defined technical requirements and procedures for manufacturing to process product.
- Participated in establishing operating equipment specifications and improvements.
- Troubleshoot production line issues related to yield, quality, and throughput.
- Engaged and collaborated across functions to deliver engineering solutions that enhance manufacturability and scalability while executing seamless product transfer that produce best in class quality products to customer.
Member of Technical Staff
Advanced Technology Research Centre
01.2019 - 05.2020
- Synthesized energetic materials of interest at laboratory scale and safely scale up to 10-kg scale.
- Identified process improvement for 10-kg scale run for process optimization, thereafter proposing technical designs and chemistry recommendations for upcoming 30-kg scale chemistry process.
Research Engineer
Institute of Chemical and Engineering Sciences (Polymer Engineering & Characterization Department)
11.2015 - 12.2018
- Worked with a team of Scientists on Encapsulation of Phase Change Material for application in skim coatings and previously on synthesizing & characterization of polymers (Polyurethane) and coating applications.
- Preparation of project reports and delivering presentations on project progress to team members and industry stakeholders.
Research Engineer
Institute of Chemical and Engineering Sciences (Process Science & Modelling Department)
01.2012 - 06.2015
- Worked in a multi-disciplinary team to carry out scale-up projects in ICES Kilo Lab and support Research & Development experimental work.
- Gained basic principles of process development and scale-up for safe, robust and effective sustainable manufacturing for the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries.
- Process safety and kinetics studies on lab scale experiments through Reaction Calorimetry (RC1) and DSC to develop chemical processes and carrying through to pilot scale manufacture.
- Analytical method development for both pilot-plant and laboratory.
- Developed SOPs on experimental and analytical instruments and conduct in-house training for less experienced staff on use of these instruments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry & Biological Chemistry
Nanyang Technological University
06.2011
Diploma - Chemical & Pharmaceutical Technology
Nanyang Polytechnic
04.2005
Skills
- Lab/Manufacturing Process & Operations
- Process scale-up & safety
- Process and product transfer
- Well trained in analytical instruments such as NMR, HPLC, UV Spectrophotometer, GC-FID/MS/Headspace, ICP-OES, Vapor Liquid Equilibrium Apparatus & Karl-Fischer
References
- Ryan, Lin, Director, Strategy, ryan.lin@ysq-international.com, (65) 9154-3266, YSQ International, Line Manager
- Patrina, Phua, Chief Executive Officer, patrina.phua@lohasfoods.sg, (65) 9626-8098, Reelli Pte. Limited, Line Manager
Hobbies and Interests
Soccer, Diving, Water Sports, Cooking
Timeline
Extraction Operations Manager (Interim) / Extraction Research Scientist
YSQ International Pte Ltd
09.2023 - Current
Head of Plant Proteins Processing
Lohas Foods Pte. Limited
06.2021 - 02.2023
NPI Engineer
Illumina
05.2020 - 06.2021
Member of Technical Staff
Advanced Technology Research Centre
01.2019 - 05.2020
Research Engineer
Institute of Chemical and Engineering Sciences (Polymer Engineering & Characterization Department)
11.2015 - 12.2018
Research Engineer
Institute of Chemical and Engineering Sciences (Process Science & Modelling Department)
01.2012 - 06.2015
Diploma - Chemical & Pharmaceutical Technology
Nanyang Polytechnic
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry & Biological Chemistry
Nanyang Technological University
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