Manufacturing Tech 1 (Service) - 2nd Shift

bioMérieux • Durham, NC

12d • $20 - $20

About The Position

The Manufacturing Technician operates high-speed equipment used to produce and package BacT/ALERT bottles in a cGMP-compliant manner. The role may involve setting up, inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and cleaning manufacturing and packaging equipment. The technician completes production batches and related documentation, including AQL inspections, rework, and material reconciliation.

The position also supports compliance, quality, training, process improvement, and equipment validation activities. Work is performed on 12-hour shifts, including weekends and potentially overnight, and may require extended or overtime hours to support production operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to remain stationary, often standing, for prolonged periods.
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs, ladders, ramps, and similar structures.
• Ability to wear PPE correctly for most of the workday.
• Ability to operate heavy machinery.
• Ability to adjust or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds in all directions.
• Ability to push or pull objects weighing up to 150 pounds.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, including weekends and potentially overnight.
• Ability to work extended and/or overtime hours as required to support production operations.
• Ability to work around mechanical, electrical, and tripping/falling hazards.
• May be exposed to static de-ionizing bars; people with pacemakers must remain 21 inches away.
• May handle chemicals, antibiotics, and/or hazardous materials and may be exposed to strong odors during media production or other operations.
• Must wear required PPE, which may include a hairnet, beard cover, safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, gloves, PAPR, face mask, and lab coat.
• Detail orientation to complete tasks without errors and produce high-quality work.
• Time-management skills to allocate tasks, balance priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to share clear, timely information with others.
• Open and accessible communication skills.
• Ability to listen attentively and understand others' messages, needs, and concerns.
• Commitment to the ethical principles and values promoted by bioMérieux.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant experience in a regulated production or operations environment, or equivalent military experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency operating high-speed, highly automated production equipment.
• Knowledge of and experience following OSHA regulations, including LOTO and electrical safety.
• Knowledge of FDA and/or GMP regulations.
• Mechanical background.
• Certification in a BioWorks Program or equivalent.
• BioWorks, LEAN, or other Continuous Improvement Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Operate high-speed, sometimes highly automated manufacturing equipment using HMI/SCADA interfaces.
• Carry out production activities according to approved Manufacturing Directions and applicable SOPs.
• Complete batch paperwork accurately, thoroughly, and on time.
• Perform and document processes and procedures in compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with reviewing and revising Manufacturing Directions and SOPs.
• Assist with manufacturing deviation analysis, CAPA actions, and equipment-related quality concerns.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas in accordance with cGMP requirements.
• Operate cleaning equipment and record data manually or using designated software applications.
• Perform self-audits of rooms and processes.
• Train and certify teammates on production processes and procedures.
• Generate reports, charts, and KPIs; interpret data to identify problems and support decisions.
• Assist with executing validation and revalidation protocols for manufacturing and packaging equipment and procedures.
• Perform computer applications.
• Perform work in compliance with company quality procedures and standards.
• Set up, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and clean production and packaging equipment as needed.
• Complete production batches and associated AQL inspections, rework, documentation, and material reconciliation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance, including prescription coverage, with nationwide coverage and telemedicine options
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Company-provided life and accidental death insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contribution and employer match
• Adoption assistance
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commuter benefits
• Various voluntary benefit offerings
• Discount programs
• Parental leaves
• Variable annual bonus based on company, team, and individual performance

What This Job Offers

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