Production Technician I, Fill (11:00pm-7:00am)

Baxter•Marion, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is crucial for manufacturing life-sustaining products. The Production Technician I, Fill is responsible for performing tasks related to drug formulation, weighing raw materials, cleaning, mixing sophisticated tanks and equipment, distilled water sanitization, filter integrity testing, and documentation. Working in a cleanroom environment is essential for producing life-saving therapies. The team is focused on manufacturing high-quality products and supporting each other throughout each shift in a supportive and open culture. Extensive training is provided, along with additional training from managers and peers.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED and must be at least 18 years of age.
Production Technician or manufacturing experience with duties including preventative maintenance, machine troubleshooting, etc. preferred.
Basic English written and oral communication skills adequate to communicate with other team members.
Understand verbal and written safety and quality instructions and read and comprehend written work instructions including words and drawings.
Ability to perform basic mathematics.
Proficient in how to use a calculator and measurement tools as well as basic hand tools.
Basic computer skills.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

CRC (Career Readiness Certification) at the Silver level preferred.

Responsibilities

Performance of tasks related to drug formulation, weighing raw materials, cleaning, mixing sophisticated tanks and equipment, distilled water sanitization, filter integrity testing, and documentation.
Supplying, operating, and maintaining various equipment in the Fill areas.
Performance and documentation of all quality checks for responsible equipment.
Inspection of product at all times.
Operate, monitor and make adjustments as necessary to manual and automated filling equipment and machines using controls on an electrical control panel (HMI) or by way of manual adjustments.
Set-up load and replenish production supplies by use of a powered industrial truck (PIT) at a rate consistent with production needs.
Perform minor routine and preventative maintenance such as alignment adjustments, replacement of machine parts or belts, cleaning and lubrication while supporting Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
Reconcile headcount needed on a per shift basis based on schedule production demands.
Perform scheduled quality checks, disposition product, identify any deviations that may occur and take the appropriate action to include stopping production on the machine if necessary.
Inspect finished product to ensure quality standards are being met.
Complete batch/code changes, tank changes, as well as sub lots as needed.
Document required information on manufacturing logs and/or POMS system.
Investigate, identify and correct or escalate any inefficiency in the machine’s performance including mechanical wear, alignment, adjustment, and setup issues.
Develop standard work for troubleshooting and setups/changeovers.
Read blueprints and use tools to measure the product, ensuring the output meets specifications, making adjustments/repairs as needed.
Perform and document scheduled cleaning activities.
Assist in Quality Improvement or VIP programs if required.
Work with Supervisor and Assistant Supervisor to coordinate training requirements for line staff.
Train new associates on responsible processes.
Ensure the proper use, care, and storage of tools and equipment.
Notify the supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety, quality, mechanical or discrepancy issues occur.
Learn, understand and apply meticulous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles including maintaining and securing provided tools.

Benefits

Shift flexibility to trade shifts and leverage overtime opportunities
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
401K match
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles.
Health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Educational assistance programs
Time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave.
Commuting benefits
Employee Discount Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Childcare benefits