Manufacturing Support Associate III, Tech Transfer

Fujifilm • Holly Springs, NC

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Help build reliable, compliant manufacturing from day one. As a Manufacturing Support Associate 3, Tech Transfer, you’ll be a hands-on process expert who leads operational readiness, drives troubleshooting, and keeps production running smoothly in a 24/7 facility—while upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and documentation.

Requirements

• High school diploma with 8 years of related experience; OR Associate’s Degree with 6 years of direct experience; OR BS/BA with 4 years of direct experience; OR Equivalent military experience or training
• Expertise in manufacturing operations
• High degree of troubleshooting ability
• Strong technical experience with batch planning and creation of manufacturing documentation
• Experienced with audits, leading investigations support, and leading continuous improvement projects
• Consistently works on complex assignments requiring independent action and initiative; makes recommendations for new procedures

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in life sciences or engineering
• BioWorks or BTEC Capstone cGMP coursework

Responsibilities

• Lead operational readiness during project phases: Drive site commissioning and qualification efforts; help establish methods, procedures, and readiness criteria for new or modified processes.
• Serve as a process subject matter expert (SME): Lead troubleshooting in your assigned area(s); resolve complex issues creatively and effectively; escalate and communicate risks promptly for high-severity events.
• Coordinate and optimize batch planning: Create and import process templates; align plans with preventive maintenance (PM) schedules to minimize downtime and ensure equipment readiness.
• Own and improve documentation: Recommend, create, and update manufacturing documentation (e.g., SOPs, batch records, work instructions) in compliance with change control.
• Enable training and onboarding: Initiate/support training programs, onboarding, and curriculum development and management to build and sustain operational capability.
• Manage non-batch activities: Coordinate changeovers, PMs, and column packing; generate associated documentation and ensure clear, accurate records.
• Support technology transfer: Contribute to process mapping, acceptance criteria, engineering runs, and capture lessons learned.
• Drive quality and continuous improvement: Initiate/support change management records, investigations, corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs), and continuous improvement (CI) activities.
• Identify and/or drive highly technical improvement projects in DSM.
• Support audits and inspections: Prepare evidence, respond to observations, and implement sustainable actions.
• Collaborate and communicate: Act independently to determine methods and procedures on new assignments; often serve as facilitator or team lead to align cross-functional stakeholders.
• Maintain safety and compliance: Follow all safety regulations and procedures; uphold data integrity and documentation standards; maintain accurate production and equipment records.
• Flexibility: Work in a 24/7 operational environment; adapt to varying schedules as needed to support production.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with opportunities for progression based on impact
• Comprehensive health coverage options
• Retirement savings program with company contribution
• Paid time off, holidays, and leave programs (including parental and caregiver leave)
• Shift and/or schedule differentials where applicable in a 24/7 environment
• Education assistance, professional development, and training opportunities
• Employee wellness resources and employee assistance program
• Inclusive workplace culture, recognition programs, and community engagement

What This Job Offers

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