Pilot Plant Manufacturing Technician

Novartis Pharma Schweiz; Ivrea; In loco; EUR 35.000 - 50.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A global pharmaceuticals company in Ivrea, Piedmont is seeking a Pilot Plant Manufacturing Technician to oversee the production of radiopharmaceuticals. This role requires adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices and involves responsibilities across production, packaging, and compliance with regulations. Candidates should possess relevant technical education and experience in GMP manufacturing. The company offers a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Servizi

Comprehensive benefits and rewards

Diversity and inclusion commitment

Competenze

• Minimum 2 years in GMP manufacturing support or technical roles.
• Strong scientific/technical understanding of production processes.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements across multiple health authorities.

Mansioni

• Shift work for production and packaging of sterile radioactive drugs.
• Complete GMP documentation and report deviations.
• Manage proper radioactive waste disposal and related records.

Conoscenze

GMP manufacturing experience

Technical/scientific understanding

Compliance mindset

Manufacturing IT systems proficiency

Teamwork and adaptability

Ability to work under pressure

Language skills: Italian proficient

Formazione

Technical or scientific high school education

University degree in Science or equivalent

Strumenti

SCADA

HMI

Descrizione del lavoro

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.

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).

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. With our people driving us each day to reach our ambitions, be a part of this mission and join us! Learn more here: https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

You will receive: You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis LifeHandbook. https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

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