Production Technician I/II -Nights

AstraZeneca•Frederick, MD

14h•$56,072 - $84,108•Onsite

About The Position

Our Frederick Manufacturing Center (FMC) creates life-changing medicines for people around the world and has been recognized by our local community as being a Top 50’ Business in Frederick and awarded Frederick County’s ‘Best Place to Work’. This distinctive biologic manufacturing facility, with over 800 employees, makes a direct contribution to treating people with cancer, respiratory and autoimmune conditions across the globe. We work hard to deliver life-changing medicines to patients, and we take time to have fun and celebrate our accomplishments. From catered site festivities to competitive events, community outreach activities, environmental and wellness showcases and team-building functions, we take time to recognize our achievements and celebrate our diversity. We are dedicated to creating a culture of inclusion and collaboration and are committed to continuous learning by offering ongoing skill building and training for our staff. Fueled by our aspiration to deliver accelerated growth for our company and to make people’s lives better, there’s never been a more exciting time to join the team and shape the future of AstraZeneca Operations. As a Production Technician I at AstraZeneca, you will have the opportunity to play a pivotal role in evolving our Supply Chain. You will be operating upstream / downstream / central services processing equipment according to established SOPs. This is your chance to be part of a team that's reimagining how we do things and creating a collective legacy. At AstraZeneca, we are driven by the challenge to stay ahead in rapidly changing markets. We continuously seek new and better ways to deliver medicines all the way to our patients. Our resilience helps us thrive as we innovate and evolve. We foster a safe and positive space where ideas are welcomed and rewarded. If you are self-driven, thrive at pace, continuously learning, and proactively taking on more, then this is the place for you. Ready to make an impact? Join our Operations team today and contribute to life-changing medicines. Apply now!

Requirements

0-1 years experience with High School Diploma (for Production Tech I)
0-1 years experience with Bachelor's degree, >1 year with Associate's degree, or >2 years with High School Diploma (for Production Tech II)
Ability to work independently or in collaboration with others on assigned tasks
Ability to comply with cGMP standards
Must possess computer skills
Ability to follow instruction and directions
Prior experience with aseptic/cGMP standards (for Production Tech II)
Prior experience in Bioprocessing work environment/systems/equipment operation (for Production Tech II)

Nice To Haves

BS/BA degree preferred
Degree in STEM field
Prior experience or exposure with aseptic/cGMP standards and environment

Responsibilities

Operate processing equipment according to established SOPs, MPRs, & SPRs in accordance with cGMPs
Perform solution preparation, cell culture, purification & formulation, and supporting activities
Train with a qualified Technician on activities related to operating process equipment with the requirement of qualification
Follow and execute cGMP documentation
Utilize Manufacturing Execution systems (MES)
Contribute to problem-solving activities for non-routine activities on the production floor
Participate in continuous improvement activities for Manufacturing
Adhere to AstraZeneca values and behaviors

Benefits

Qualified retirement program (401(k) plan)
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Paid leaves
Health benefits including medical coverage
Prescription drug coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Short-term incentive bonus opportunity
Eligibility to participate in equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles)
Retirement contribution (hourly roles)