Manufacturing Technician IV - Filling (Nightshift)

A career at Resilience is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to change the future.

Resilience is a technology-focused biomanufacturing company that’s changing the way medicine is made. We’re building a sustainable network of high-tech, end-to-end manufacturing solutions to better withstand disruptive events, serve scientific discovery, and reach those in need. 

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Brief Job Description

The Lead Technician is a direct labor position on the Manufacturing floor, which supports Filling operations and report to manager/supervisor. The position leads the execution of batch activities on the manufacturing floor, requires operating equipment in various controlled/non-classified and classified areas, product sampling, line clearances, data collection and completing batch record entries. In addition, the Lead Technician will perform setup of equipment, execute training for other Technicians, direct product sampling activities and perform batch reconciliation and accountabilities per cGMPs. The Lead Technician will also serve as a resource for the implementation of continuous improvement projects. This position is a night shift position working 6:00pm - 6:30am on a 2-2-3 shift.

Primary Responsibilities

·        Lead and monitor process execution activities to ensure successful operations on the production floor.  Typical duties include leading daily Tier 0 meetings, assigning daily tasks to production technicians, monitoring material and supply levels, and coordinating production tasks such as batch execution and turnover activities.

·        Act as a first-line resource for the team.  Provide support to production technicians and mechanical technicians.  Resolve production-related issues such as batch set-up, execution, technical intervention, documentation, equipment operations, SOPs, and safety and quality inspection procedures.

·        Perform clean in place and steam in place of process lines per SOPs.

·        Perform, set up, and create single use connections including single use bags.

·        Perform and execute filter integrity testing as needed per SOP.

·        Perform inventory control and reconciliation activities, which will require the use of SAP.

·        Perform technician tasks as required including start-up, equipment operation, batch execution, material handling, cleaning, housekeeping and line clearance activities

·        Perform cleaning and housekeeping activities for assigned areas as required to maintain a cGMP environment.

·        Manage batch records and GMP documentation on the production floor/EBR.  Review documentation for completeness and accuracy per GxP standards within established timelines.  Assist and train others to complete documentation as required.  This will include mathematical computation where needed.

·        Perform work requirements in a responsible manner, in accordance with SOPs, cGMPs and established safety procedures in accordance with OSHA requirements and guidelines.

·        Knowledge of light material handling equipment.

·        Act as a certified OJT trainer on the team on assigned equipment and process tasks. Train and conduct evaluations on other team members for training qualifications.

·        Working knowledge of automated and semi-automated equipment.

·        Be familiar with job-related safety procedures and hazards including PPEs, ergonomics, LOTO, human safety, material handling, chemical handling, and spill controls.

·        Support lean activities such as performing 5S in the work area, participating in problem-solving, and process improvement analysis.  Lead Level 0 problem-solving on process related issues and generate One Point Lesson communications as needed.

·        Responsible for assembling, disassembling, and sanitizing various equipment.

·        Familiarity with chemical handling and spill control procedures in connection with hazardous waste pick-up duties.

·        Be flexible in training and support other filling functions and work areas as needed.

·        Assist technical staff as required with preventive maintenance procedures

·        Perform all other assigned duties with minimal supervision under the direction of the process facilitator or designee as needed.
 

Minimum Requirements:

·        Experience in a pharmaceutical production environment

·        Must have the ability to effectively understand, read, write, communicate and follow instructions in the English language

·        Good attention to detail is required. Individual must be capable of keeping accurate records and performing mathematical calculations

Preferred Background:

·        High school graduate, vocational school graduate or equivalent

·        Working knowledge of Microsoft applications, SAP and Veeva Vault, and EBR

·        Experience working in a LEAN manufacturing environment.

·        Knowledge of cGMPs and FDA policies/procedures

Resilience offers employees a robust total rewards program including an annual cash bonus program, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and our benefits package which is thoughtfully designed to support our employees with great healthcare (including medical, dental and vision), family building benefits, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, paid holidays, other paid leaves of absence, tuition reimbursement and support for caregiving needs. Our target base pay hiring range for this position is $28.00 - $40.50 per hour. Actual base pay is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s geographical location, relevant experience, qualifications, skills and knowledge. Excited about Resilience? We encourage you to apply and start a conversation with one of our recruiters.

Sponsorship or support for work authorization, including visas, is not available for this position.

Resilience is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or characteristic, or other non-job-related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state, and local laws. Requests for reasonable accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process.

Resilience offers employees a robust total rewards program including an annual cash bonus program, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and our benefits package which is thoughtfully designed to support our employees with great healthcare (including medical, dental and vision), family building benefits, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, paid holidays, other paid leaves of absence, tuition reimbursement and support for caregiving needs. Our target base pay hiring range for this position is $26.00 - $40.50 per hour. Actual base pay is dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s geographical location, relevant experience, qualifications, skills and knowledge. Excited about Resilience? We encourage you to apply and start a conversation with one of our recruiters.

As a requirement of this role, employees must have the ability to demonstrate and maintain gown qualification standards. Please review the video below, which outlines the most extensive process to gown within specific areas of Sterile Operations at Resilience, West Chester.