Pilot Plant Manufacturing Technician

Novartis Italia; Ivrea; In loco; EUR 35.000 - 50.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A global pharmaceutical company located in Ivrea, Italy, is seeking a Pilot Plant Manufacturing Technician. The role involves end-to-end production of radiopharmaceuticals, ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and requires 2+ years in a similar field. The successful candidate will have a solid technical background, especially in sterile injectables, and will be able to work flexibly in a team-oriented environment. Join us to positively impact patient care and quality of life.

Servizi

Comprehensive benefits and rewards

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Competenze

• Minimum 2 years experience in GMP manufacturing support or technical roles.
• Experience in sterile injectables or radiopharmaceuticals is a plus.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain standards.

Mansioni

• Perform end-to-end production of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Conduct technical tests and support process qualification.
• Ensure compliance with HSE and EU GMP regulations.

Conoscenze

GMP manufacturing support

Technical and scientific understanding

Team player

Proficient in Italian

Quality and compliance mindset

Formazione

High school education in technical or scientific field

University degree in Science or equivalent

Strumenti

Manufacturing IT systems (e.g., SCADA, HMI)

Descrizione del lavoro

Summary

The Pilot Plant Manufacturing Technician performs end-to-end production of radiopharmaceuticals in strict adherence to current Good Manufacturing Practices and approved Standard Operating Procedures, ensuring quality, sterility, and regulatory compliance at every stage. It prepares, handles, operates, and documents materials and equipment according to validated procedures, maintaining accurate, traceable records and promptly escalating any deviations. The position follows an internal rotation plan with morning and afternoon shifts, requiring flexibility and consistent coordination to meet operational timelines and batch release objectives.

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Shift work for preparation, production, and packaging/shipping of sterile radioactive drugs in compliance with HSE, EU GMP Annex 1/3, and applicable regulations
• Perform setup, cleaning, and environmental microbiological monitoring (viable and non-viable) of areas and equipment with GMP-based periodic cleaning
• Prepare raw materials and batch kits; manage stock and waste per Production Supervisor instructions and HSE SOPs
• Complete GMP documentation per ALCOA+ and promptly report deviations/OOS to Production Supervisor, Qualified Person, and HSE Manager
• Handle inbound logistics, restock areas, prepare shipping packaging; check for radioactive contamination and perform decontamination
• Manage proper radioactive waste disposal with related records and transport
• Support maintenance/qualification, train new personnel, contribute to the site quality system and continuous improvement in line with safety and GMP
• Perform technical tests and support process/product qualification and validation; drive feedback and improvements, tracking KPIs (successful batches, delays, OOS/deviations, audit findings, qualifications)

Essential Requirements

• Technical or scientific high school education required; university degree in Science (Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Technology) or equivalent experience desirable
• Minimum 2 years in GMP manufacturing support or technical roles, preferably in sterile injectables; radiopharmaceutical experience is a plus
• Strong scientific/technical understanding and quick grasp of production processes
• Quality and compliance mindset with knowledge of regulatory requirements across multiple health authorities
• Proficiency with manufacturing IT systems (e.g., SCADA, HMI) and good office software skills
• Team player with strong team spirit, adaptability, and change management
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain standards
• Language skills: Italian proficient; English desirable

Why Novartis?

Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. Be a part of this mission and join us! Learn more here: Novartis Strategy

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