Production Technician

Sanofi • Swiftwater, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Technician performs production activities in Sanofi’s filling operations, supporting production units by ensuring required materials are available when needed. The role includes preparing production areas for incoming shifts, maintaining equipment and process areas before and after runs, and completing accurate inventory and cGMP documentation. The technician identifies and communicates production or quality issues, contributes to improvements, and supports safe, effective production of pharmaceutical products.

The position requires working a third-shift rotating schedule and training across multiple production areas within the Filling umbrella, including material movement, preparation, and the aseptic corridor. The technician must maintain acceptable training and gowning status and complete aseptic gown training within 12 months of obtaining the position. Responsibilities may include entering information in SAP, completing picklists and move tickets, writing or editing documents under supervision, and assisting with investigations, CAPAs, change controls, and projects.

Requirements

• High school equivalency and at least 1 year of cGMP or pharmaceutical experience; alternatively, an associate degree and at least 1 year of such experience, or a bachelor's degree with no prior cGMP or pharmaceutical experience required.
• Ability to work a third-shift rotating schedule in filling.
• Successfully complete Aseptic Gown Training within 12 months of obtaining the position.
• Ability to train and work in multiple production areas within the Filling umbrella, including material movement, preparation, and the aseptic corridor.
• Maintain acceptable training and gowning status to remain ready to work in aseptic production areas.
• Complete training in required areas, including aseptic filling and machine operation.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and computer skills.
• Good comprehension and retention skills, manual dexterity, and ability to troubleshoot.

Nice To Haves

• Prior or related cGMP or pharmaceutical experience is recommended.

Responsibilities

• Perform production activities in response to volume fluctuations, business needs, and established procedures.
• Provide production units with required materials in a timely manner and ensure materials are available before they are needed.
• Identify production issues and communicate them to the leadership team.
• Complete paperwork accurately and on time to support inventory accuracy and comply with cGMP requirements.
• Prepare assigned areas for incoming shifts.
• Complete required training modules and at least one annual developmental class focused on a core competency.
• Train and orient new team members when assigned.
• Follow safety procedures, attend monthly safety meetings, report safety issues and incidents, and participate in safety walkthroughs.
• Follow procedures to support production of safe and efficacious products and develop an understanding of cGMPs.
• Identify deficiencies and suggest improvements; participate in deviation investigations and implementation plans when appropriate.
• Assist with quality documentation, including batch production records and logbooks, as needed.
• Participate in team meetings and communicate ideas, issues, and concerns.
• Participate in cross-functional teams as needed to complete projects.
• Complete picklists and move tickets for daily tasks; enter data into SAP and enter work orders and reagent orders as required.
• Set up and maintain process areas, laboratories, and equipment before and after production runs.
• Recommend changes to batch production records, standard operating procedures, and standard work instructions when warranted.
• Write and edit documents under supervision.
• Seek cross-training in other areas and complete training required for multiple production areas, including aseptic filling and machine operation.
• Assist with incident investigations, CAPAs, and change controls, and support higher technician levels and Principal Investigators with projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health and wellbeing benefits, including high-quality healthcare and prevention and wellness programs.
• At least 14 weeks of gender-neutral parental leave.
• Employees may be eligible to participate in company employee benefit programs.

What This Job Offers

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