Manufacturing Operator II

Novo Nordisk•Durham, NC

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Novo Nordisk is a global healthcare company with over 100 years of experience in tackling unmet medical needs for people with serious chronic diseases like diabetes and obesity. The Emerging Technologies - Solid Dosage Forms US facility in Durham, NC, is a 194,000 square foot tableting and packaging facility that supports the production of innovative oral treatments for type 2 diabetes. This facility fosters a curious and pioneering spirit, aligning with the company's growing pipeline of new products and emerging technologies. The company offers leading pay, annual performance bonuses, generous paid time off, comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision effective day one), a guaranteed 8% 401K contribution with a company match option, and family-focused benefits including paid parental and family medical leave. Employees also have access to free Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products, tuition assistance, life & disability insurance, and employee referral awards. Novo Nordisk provides opportunities, resources, and mentorship for career growth.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
Minimum of one (1) year of experience in manufacturing environment required.
Demonstrated ability to train new hires on processes & technical requirements (SOPs) required.
Ability to read, write & understand complicated product documentation & standard operating procedures with attention to detail required.
Computer literacy including use of Microsoft Office suite programs required.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree or BioWorks Certification preferred.
Minimum of one (1) year of experience in pharmaceutical solid dose manufacturing or other FDA regulated industry preferred.
Demonstrated experience in executing equipment troubleshooting, including restoration of lost function maintenance preferred.
Proven expertise in planning/organizing, managing execution, checking results & revising the work plan in accordance with the daily work plan a plus.

Responsibilities

Operate manufacturing equipment to achieve production goals.
Support training for junior team members & demonstrate subject matter expertise in assigned area.
Setup, operate, monitor & control equipment, systems & processes.
Clean & sanitize manufacturing, filling & packaging rooms & equipment per SOPs.
Execute production schedule to achieve production goals.
Perform machine changeovers as needed.
Handle labeling & components correctly; transferring, counting, FIFO, returns, etc.
Actively participate in & support event response.
Review & author SOPs, job instructions & other documents as required.
Identify, report & resolve quality issues.
Execute &/or assist during equipment maintenance, including restoration of lost function, predictive & preventative maintenance.
Train fellow employees in areas of expertise & aggressively learn systems & equipment outside of own area of expertise.
Record/review production data in BPR & associated forms.
Participate in process improvement projects to enhance productivity and efficiency.
Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties.
Other duties as assigned.