Technician, Pilot Plant II
About The Position
The Technician, Pilot Plant II supports pilot plant manufacturing operations by following departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines and completing documentation and supporting data in accordance with current good manufacturing practices. The role identifies quality, safety, and process issues; reviews procedures and batch records; and suggests improvements. It also supports equipment readiness and cleanliness, accurate process handoffs, implementation of new equipment, material staging, and supply ordering. The technician may serve as a backup Team Leader, if applicable.
Requirements
- High school diploma required.
- At least 5 years of manufacturing experience in a pharmaceutical or similar environment as an Operator or Technician.
- Experience with validation, technical troubleshooting, and document management.
- Basic technical or mechanical background and knowledge.
- Ability to read, understand, and follow verbal and written operating instructions and processes shown on equipment and computer monitors.
- Writing ability sufficient to thoroughly explain process deviations or mistakes.
- Intermediate competency in basic arithmetic, including decimals, fractions, proportions, measurement, and basic algebra.
- Proven problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and make decisions on almost all problems independently.
- Ability to consistently execute technician tasks successfully after completing training.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in a scientific-related field.
Responsibilities
- Learn and follow departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Complete documentation and supporting data according to current good manufacturing practice policies and guidelines.
- Identify quality issues and address them with appropriate people.
- Review procedures and batch records and suggest improvements.
- Identify safety and process issues during pre-runs, post-runs, and reviews of direction sets, and help correct them.
- Inspect equipment for cleanliness and sign off equipment according to procedure at the end of the process.
- Provide accurate and complete material and equipment status reports when handing off a manufacturing process.
- Assist engineering and validation groups in implementing new equipment into operations.
- Communicate with the warehouse to ensure timely and proper process staging.
- Identify commodity needs and order necessary supplies.
- Assist as backup Team Leader, if applicable.
Benefits
- Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick time.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
- 401(k) for eligible employees.
- Eligible to participate in short-term incentive programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
