Production Technician

Role:

Production Technician

Location: Durhum NC

Duration: 12 months

Schedule:

Night shifts (10:00 PM 6:30 AM), Sunday through Thursday

Overview:

The Production Technician position offers an excellent entry-level opportunity for recent university graduates and experienced individuals interested in production and manufacturing operations for vaccine production. This role involves supporting the manufacturing process through hands-on activities, including sterile supply assemblies and media formulations, while adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Key Responsibilities:
Provide all documentation necessary for proper accountability and traceability of products
Maintain, inventory, and transport all required equipment, materials, supplies, and products
Perform general maintenance and assist in troubleshooting of equipment
Identify and address compliance, environmental, safety, and process deviations while notifying appropriate personnel
Maintain, clean, and prepare equipment used in vaccine production
Deliver samples and other materials to appropriate laboratories in a timely manner
Focus on performing housekeeping in all work areas and execute facility decontamination according to procedures
Self-motivate to maintain training status

Required Qualifications:

A minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent
Must be comfortable with not smoking during work hours as the client is completely smoke-free
Position requires aseptic gowning during job duties, including wearing a beard/moustache cover, hair net, hood, facemask, goggles, jumpsuit, gloves, and boots
Must be willing and able to lift, push, and pull 50 lbs
Must be willing to be vaccinated/blood tested for titer for products manufactured within the facility
Must be flexible and willing to work shift schedules, including every other weekend and holidays

Preferred Qualifications:

Bio Works Certificate or Bachelors degree in Life Science or Engineering, or an Associates degree in Life Science or Engineering with at least 2 years of relevant experience in an FDA regulated industry
Experience with automated systems (MES, SAP, HMI, DeltaV)
Experience with automated equipment (Autoclave, Washer)