Production Technician I/II/III -Nights

AstraZeneca • Frederick, MD

22h • Onsite

About The Position

AstraZeneca’s Frederick Manufacturing Center produces biologic medicines for patients with cancer, respiratory conditions, and autoimmune conditions. The facility has over 800 employees and emphasizes inclusion, collaboration, continuous learning, and employee training and development.

Production Technicians operate upstream, downstream, and central services processing equipment in accordance with established standard operating procedures (SOPs), manufacturing production records (MPRs), and standard production records (SPRs), and applicable current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs). Work includes solution preparation, cell culture, purification, formulation, and supporting activities. Technicians train with qualified staff on process equipment and must qualify for assigned activities. They also complete cGMP documentation, use Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), contribute to problem-solving for non-routine production-floor activities, and participate in manufacturing continuous-improvement activities. Adherence to AstraZeneca’s values and behaviors is expected.

The role is offered at Technician I, II, or III level, with qualifications varying by level. The schedule is a 2-2-3 rotation, and candidates must be available to work nights. The position is based at the Frederick Manufacturing Center. Compensation is stated as an annual base pay or hourly rate ranging from $56,0720.00 to $84,108.00; eligible hourly and salaried non-exempt employees receive overtime pay for qualifying overtime hours. Pay may vary based on market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The role also offers a short-term incentive bonus opportunity, retirement contribution for hourly roles, and potential equity-based long-term incentive program eligibility for salaried roles.

Requirements

• Production Technician I: 0–1 years of experience with a high school diploma.
• Production Technician II: 0–1 years of experience with a bachelor’s degree, more than 1 year with an associate degree, or more than 2 years with a high school diploma.
• Production Technician III: 1–2 years of experience with a bachelor’s degree, more than 2 years with an associate degree, or more than 3 years with a high school diploma.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively on assigned tasks.
• Ability to comply with or follow cGMP standards.
• Computer skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and directions.
• Technician III must be able to perform job responsibilities with minimal oversight.
• Must be available to work nights on a 2-2-3 schedule.

Nice To Haves

• BS/BA degree preferred.
• Degree in a STEM field.
• Prior experience or exposure to aseptic/cGMP standards and environments.
• For Technician II: prior experience with aseptic/cGMP standards and prior experience in a bioprocessing work environment, systems, or equipment operation.
• For Technician III: prior experience with aseptic/cGMP standards and advanced prior experience in a bioprocessing work environment, systems, or equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate processing equipment according to established SOPs, MPRs, and SPRs and in accordance with cGMPs.
• Perform solution preparation, cell culture, purification, formulation, and supporting activities.
• Train with a qualified Technician on process equipment activities and meet qualification requirements.
• Follow and execute cGMP documentation.
• Use 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 and holidays.
• Paid leaves.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage, subject to applicable plan terms and conditions.
• Short-term incentive bonus opportunity.
• Retirement contribution for hourly roles.
• Eligibility to participate in an equity-based long-term incentive program for salaried roles.
• Overtime pay for qualifying overtime hours for hourly and salaried non-exempt employees.

What This Job Offers

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