Production Technician
- Melrose Park, IL
- Contract
- Full-time
Duration: 6+ months
C shift from 5:45 PM – 6:15 AMJob Description
The technician will be responsible for assembling, operating, and monitoring state-of-the-art, aseptic equipment following applicable Standard Operating Procedures and current Good Manufacturing Practices. Must be knowledgeable of and practice good aseptic techniques to minimize the potential for product contamination as well as understand advanced computerized systems through HMI.
Ability to operate advanced HMI applications.
Perform basic level machine operation, set-up and troubleshooting of all state-of-the-art equipment in their area (may include Vial Washer, Dehydrogenation Tunnel, Filling Machine, Isolator, Stopper Loading Systems, Capping Machine, Glove Tester, Automatic Loading & Unloading System (ALUS), Lyophilizers, Parts Washers, Component Sterilizes, Stopper Cans, Filter Integrity Tester, Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide Transfer Hatcht tö meet process parameters
Load Parts Washer, Component Sterilizer, Vial Washer, Filling Machine and Capping Machine with raw materials and format parts
Practices and understands aseptic manufacturing principles
Maintains gown qualification if required by their area
Perform microbiological monitoring within the Filling Machine, ALUS, and Capping Machine
Assist other departments including MQA, Maintenance, Metrology, Engineering, Validation, Tech Transfer and Microbiology, with tasks on the equipment in their area General
Clean and sanitize equipment and Production areas per SOP
Transfer raw materials, operating supplies, and finished product in and out of the manufacturing areas
Multi-task and learn multiple manufacturing areas
Train and comply with current SOPs and GMPs
Documents work accurately and timely
Understand the process flow and step by step requirements for manufacturing
Work in a time efficient manner while maintaining adherence to all applicable SOPs
Concise communication with co-workers and managers to promote a teamwork atmosphere
Perform other duties as directed
Perform Daily (Floors), Weekly (Walls and Floors), and Monthly (Ceiling, Walls and Floors) cleanings of the manufacturing areas
Perform cleanings/clearance of the equipment and room for pre-clearance/post-clearance of a batch
Restock operation supplies and gowning materials in Production areas
Any other tasks requested by Supervisor or Group Leader
Requirements
Have a minimum of a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent education with one year of experience in a relevant work environment
Able to work 12hr shifts on a 2-2-3 schedule
Able to stand on concrete floors for an extended period of time
Able to lift up to 35 pounds by bending and lifting
Able to move heavy equipment and components as needed
Able to work with hazardous materials including antineoplastic products and raw materials that could lead to serious illness/injury
Able to wear required personal protective equipment (eye protection, safety shoes, gown, gloves)
Must be able to understand, speak, and write English in order to comply with necessary SOPs, SPECs, Job-specific training materials, GMPs, and other manuals
Preferred
Experience in Pharmaceutical or Food Industries
Experience using Aseptic Technique
Basic and/or advanced math skills
Basic mechanical knowledge (hands-on troubleshooting and adjusting equipment)