Job Title: Production Technician - VaccineLocation: Swiftwater, PAAbout the JobThis will be a 3rd shift positionResponsible for working inside the inspection area. Performs production in accordance with volume fluctuation, business need, and effective procedures. Performs production in accordance with volume fluctuation, business need, and maintains aseptic qualifications. Maintains training for and completes closed system connections and sampling requirements. Completes testing of process related filters. Ensures all required water samples are performed. Performs routine inventories and escalates missing equipment/materials to senior or management. Consults senior aseptic technician or manager on a routine basis and ensures all parts and materials are available. Ensures segregation of components. Understands changeover steps for process. Signed off on Grade B RABS Environmental Monitoring. Qualified to execute Grade B RABS and C/D cleanings. Trainer in debag or vial wash, cleaning, and SAP. Works to prepare assigned areas for the oncoming shifts to ensure continuous operation and staffing. This includes assurance of all materials.We deliver 4.3 billion healthcare solutions to people every year, thanks to the flawless planning and meticulous eye for detail of our Manufacturing & Supply teams. With your talent and ambition, we can do even more to protect people from infectious diseases and bring hope to patients and their families. Your job, as a Maintenance Planner / Scheduler within our Ridgefield Operations Team, will have the potential to transform the practice of medicine, turning the impossible into possible for millions of people.We are an innovative global healthcare company that helps the world stay ahead of infectious diseases by delivering more than 500 million vaccine doses a year. Across different countries, our talented teams are exploring new technologies to protect people and promote healthy communities. We chase the miracles of science every single day, pursuing progress to make a real impact on millions of patients around the world.Main responsibilities:
Follows all procedures put into effect to ensure your safety as well as the safety of others. Participates in monthly safety meetings.
Reports all safety issues, concerns, incidents and near misses to the team leadership.
Regulatory audit understanding and awareness.
Completes Shop Floor Gemba walks.
Supports production in accordance with volume fluctuation, business need, and effective procedures. Must be flexible to ensure staffing for changing business volume and needs.
Completes all assigned training
All other duties as assigned. Adheres to all other company time keeping and attendance policies.
Executes procedure as documented to avoid deviations.
Utilizes OMS appropriately
Works to become trained in all assigned training modules. Attends the daily shift change.
Trains and orients new team members (at any level) as assigned.
About you
HS diploma or equivalent and 1+ years in cGMP or Pharmaceutical experience
Associate’s with 6+ months in cGMP or Pharmaceutical experience
Bachelor’s degree with no prior experience
Qualified Trainer
Requires good mechanical skills, computer skills and is detail oriented.
Proficiency in at least but not limited to three areas of operations or product line.
Must be proficient in at least one of the following areas: Utility Sampling, equipment prep, tank movement OR Must be a qualified trainer in vial wash or debag and SAP
Must have knowledge and access to systems (SAP, Master, SCADA, RT Reports, Labware, HMI)
Why Choose Us?
Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.
THE FINE PRINT
For influenza production roles (excluding FFIP roles) : candidate must be able to be receive influenza vaccine which is required for building access
For aseptic area production roles ( excluding Flu production tech roles) : candidate must be able to obtain and maintain current aseptic gowning qualification
This position may be required to be moved or temporarily flexed to another department or building within the FFIP operation due to business needs. Additionally, candidates should expect to work in multiple buildings. Some over-time/off-shift work hours may be required based on business needs. We will attempt to provide as much advance notice as possible, two weeks where applicable if any such change is needed.
Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs., and bend/lift/move objects as part of the job.
Able to stand for up to 8 hours a day (with occasional breaks)
Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.#GD-SP#LI-SP#LI-Onsite