Manufacturing Production Operator

Responsibilities:

• Operate processing equipment in accordance with SOPs, in all classified areas (Grade A/B/C).
• Complete all necessary paperwork associated with investigations, deviations, and remarks.
• Use proper aseptic technique while performing tasks in the Grade A/B areas to include filling line, routine aseptic interventions (pulling of samples, EM monitoring & clearing downed vials), non-routine aseptic interventions (filler setup, needle changeout), operating filling and auto loading equipment using automated control systems; perform automatic weight checks; assist with and perform non-routine interventions without compromising aseptic environment.
• Troubleshoot process equipment and interact with maintenance personnel.
• Responsible for loading and unloading materials, labeling according to SOPs, assembling valves, connectors.
• Recognize and report deviations or potential issues immediately to the management team.
• Communicate and report status of equipment maintenance related issues to the area supervisor/manager and assist with actions necessary to resolve issues.
• Perform all job responsibilities in compliance with applicable EHS/GMP regulations, guidelines, policies, GSK standard operating & safety procedures, and industry practice and Industrial Excellence initiatives.

Why you?

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a biological, chemical science, engineering or degree in other discipline if sufficient technical depth has been achieved from professional experience.
• OR
• High School Diploma with 2+ years manufacturing production, cGMP experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• In lieu of degree, candidates with sufficient technical depth achieved from professional experience in an Aseptic environment may be considered.
• Previous manufacturing or laboratory experience requiring aseptic or sterile technique required.
• Some mechanical aptitude required in order to operate pumps, scales and pH meters.
• The capability to maintain attention to detail and quality and a high level of integrity and confidentiality, while completing multiple or repetitive tasks and meeting timelines and deadlines.
• Ability to read, understand, follow and comply with technical and written documents (SOPs).
• Ability to work around acids, bases, oxidizers and cleaning solvents while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Ability to perform calculations using simple mathematical formulas using fractions, percentages and significant numbers. The ability to measure volume and weight.
• Must be able to follow detailed processing instructions, clearly and accurately documenting all necessary batch documentation.
• Basic computer skills required.