Technician Operations (IPT1)

Job Description

Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. Today, we are building a new kind of healthcare company – one that is ready to help create a healthier future for all of us. Our ability to excel depends on the integrity, knowledge, imagination, skill, diversity and teamwork of an individual like you. To this end, we strive to create an environment of mutual respect, encouragement, and teamwork. As part of our global team, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career.

Our company is recruiting for an IPT Technician for our current vaccine facility. This facility currently manufactures antigens for worldwide vaccine supply. This is a great opportunity to drive continuous improvement opportunities, deliver tangible and sustainable benefits and be part of a key team that is satisfying customer demand.

The applicant must have broad experience of upstream and downstream processing (bacterial or mammalian cell based), good aseptic techniques, demonstrated experience of continuous improvement, project management experience and be an agent for change. All activities must be carried out in compliance with cGMP, with excellent attention to detail.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Production Technician will report to the Lead Technician
• Perform activities associated with the manufacture of intermediates (media & antigen) per the production schedule and in accordance with local Regulatory and GMP requirements
• Prepare, stage, use and maintain a variety of mechanical or laboratory equipment.
• Follow standard operating procedures and ensure Good Documentation Practices are followed
• Participate in Site Tier Process
• Apply MPS tools and methodology to lead and support investigations and CAPA implementation
• Participate in company sponsored training and events
• Model Safe by Choice and Inclusive Behaviors

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Required:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Basic Math aptitude
• Strong work ethic
• Attention to detail
• Ability to follow approved documentation practices
• 1-2 years relevant experience working in a production laboratory
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Basic computer skills (Word/Outlook/Excel)
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures

Desirable:

• 2-3 years relevant manufacturing experience and a basic understanding of manufacturing procedures, techniques and equipment
• Working knowledge of cGMP and inventory control concepts (strongly preferred).
• Understanding of aseptic techniques and procedures.
• College degree in a relevant scientific field (biology / chemistry, life science) (optional).
• Experience in large scale bacterial antigen processing.
• Working knowledge of fermentation and fermentation vessels
• Experience using SAP®
• Proactive attitude to improvement

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively for the common good. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

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Requisition ID:R237994