Manufacturing Technician - IGIV Bulk

Grifols•Los Angeles, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Technician is an integral part of the process of converting human plasma into injectable protein therapies. The technician sets up, operates, and cleans process equipment used to separate, purify, fill, inspect, and package Grifols protein products. Work takes place in a sanitized clean-room manufacturing environment and requires adherence to FDA procedures, documentation practices, and corporate safety policies. Daily work includes cleaning and sanitizing aseptic and non-aseptic processing areas; preparing and sterilizing filling and freeze-drying components, including vials, stoppers, and filling assemblies; and performing aseptic fills. The technician may be trained in freeze-drying (lyophilization) and uses touch-screen Operator Interface Terminals (OIT). The plant operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and technicians must be flexible to accommodate shifts. Potential schedules include weekday swing or graveyard shifts and weekend day or graveyard shifts. The role is based at Grifols’ Valley Boulevard manufacturing plant in Los Angeles, California. The estimated pay scale is $21.50–$22 per hour, with eligibility to participate in up to 5% of the company bonus pool. Grifols describes opportunities for professional growth and career progression.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Proactive, results-oriented approach and strong attention to detail.
Self-starter with a strong work ethic and sound judgment.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with personnel at all levels in a team environment.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Flexibility to work shifts that accommodate a 24-hour, seven-day plant operation.
Ability to meet the stated physical and occupational demands, including heavy lifting and carrying, standing, walking, bending, and working in manufacturing conditions.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree.
Applicable certification.
Military veteran experience.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and clean process equipment used in biologics processing for plasma-derived pharmaceuticals.
Follow procedures and practices in accordance with FDA regulations and maintain required documentation.
Adhere to departmental and corporate safety policies.
Clean and sanitize aseptic and non-aseptic processing areas and facility equipment.
Prepare and sterilize filling and freeze-drying components, including vials, stoppers, and filling assemblies.
Perform aseptic fills.
Use touch-screen Operator Interface Terminals (OIT).
Adhere to a work schedule and meet production standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.