Manufacturing Associate Technician

Roche • Hillsboro, OR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

At Roche, we advance science so that we all have more time with the people we love. Hillsboro Technical Operations (HTO) is a drug product & finished goods manufacturing organization responsible for the reliable delivery of Roche’s commercial portfolio & pipeline products. The Operations organization at HTO is divided into 2 value streams, which combine to produce millions of units of life-saving medicine every year to patients around the world. Your Opportunity: Under the direction of the Process Unit Lead or other qualified Operations Specialist, perform a wide variety of tasks and operations that are required to formulate, fill, inspect and package sterile pharmaceutical products in a state-of-the-art, automated production and packaging facility. Troubleshoot, maintain, and assemble all production equipment as required. Assist the Operations Specialist on major equipment overhauls, repairs, and installations as necessary. All operations will be carried out in compliance with cGMPs, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), product recipes, and Genentech standards. In addition to performing the responsibilities/tasks below, the successful candidate will need to demonstrate the following traits: Passion and drive to develop and maintain a LEAN culture dedicated to providing the best results for our internal and external customers. Embraces Class A principles and behaviors. Continuously in search of ways to maintain the highest levels of productivity. Actively participates in a teamwork environment that maintains a high performance culture.

Requirements

• You have a High School Diploma or equivalent with 1 to 2 years (within the last 7 years) experience in the operation of complex mechanical equipment used in the washing, filling, conveying, sealing, inspection and packaging of products/containers is highly desirable. Target industries include pharmaceutical, biotechnology, biomedical, electronic, and chemical, food, cosmetics, and/or other medical industries.
• You are a computer literate, including the ability to interface with computer systems and PLC-based logic.
• You are comfortable working with Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), navigating through web pages and e-mail.
• Proficiency in the English language- reading, writing, and communication.
• Must be able to work all shifts (1st, 2nd, or 3rd), required overtime as needed.
• Must pass all job related medical examinations and tests
• Must complete periodic physical examinations to identify medical conditions that pose a risk to Grade C or higher operation
• Perform cleaning and housekeeping duties as required.

Nice To Haves

• You are a graduate of a two-year Associates Degree program in Electrical/Mechanical Technology (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Adhere to plant safety policies, perform safety audits, and ensure a safe working environment.
• Assist in equipment setup, changeover, testing, repair, maintenance, calibration, and training of other technicians.
• Operate and manage formulation, sterile filling, inspection, packaging equipment, and execute production recipes using SAP and MES systems.
• Perform bulk thaw, dilution, formulation operations, environmental monitoring, manual inspection of vials, and preparation of sterile components.
• Maintain accurate documentation for accountability and traceability, and report on equipment, supplies, repairs, process concerns, and improvements in safety, reliability, yield, and efficiency.
• Perform cleaning and housekeeping duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED