Aseptic Filling Technician - 2nd Shift

Grifols; North Carolina; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Grifols is looking for a Technician I for their Clayton, NC location. This entry-level role involves working in a GMP environment handling equipment setup and operation for plasma-derived pharmaceuticals. Responsibilities include performing material handling, conducting cleaning tasks, and maintaining documentation during production. Applicants should have a high school diploma, preferably with Bioworks Certification, and must be comfortable working in an aseptic environment. The position operates on a 2nd shift from 3pm to 11:30pm, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Production work experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment is desired.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform tasks in an aseptic environment.
• Able to work continuously standing, walking, and some bending.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment in a biologics processing environment.
• Perform material handling and glass inspection activities.
• Maintain accurate records/logs during production runs.

Skills

Math aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Aseptic environment skills

Education

High School Diploma

Bioworks Certification (preferred)

Job description

Do you want to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to improve the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company which, since its foundation in Barcelona in 1909, has been working to improve the health and well-being of people all over the world. Our four divisions - Bioscience, Diagnostic, Hospital and Bio Supplies - develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 100 countries and regions.

2nd Shift
HOURS: 3pm-11:30pm Monday- Friday

Summary

The Technician I is an entry level Aseptic Fill technician role that performs fundamental tasks within a GMP environment by cleaning and maintaining the workplace. The Technician I will routinely disassemble, clean, and reassemble equipment for production activities, assist with process control manipulations, use various computer control systems and analytical equipment. Perform real time documentation in appropriate production procedures while maintaining accurate records and logs.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for equipment setup and operation in a biologics processing environment for plasma derived pharmaceuticals
• Class A/B gowning qualified for facility cleaning of fill suites
• Operate support fill equipment such as the glass inspection stations, rinser/tunnel, VAM and over sealer. Load carts with vials or syringes
• Perform SIP/PBC Operations and filter integrity testing
• Prepare chemical solution for production use. Strict adherence to Dept. Safety Rules.
• Perform material handling and glass inspection activities
• Detailed, general facility housekeeping i.e. minor cleaning, keeping work and production area neat and free from clutter, etc.
• Cleaning - Sanitization per procedures, documentation of sanitization, mopping, disinfecting (floors, walls, equipment)
• Operate motorized (i.e. Fork truck, lift jack, etc.) transport equipment for moving supplies
• Real time documentation (i.e. BPR) during production run and maintain accurate records/logs
• Monitor and operate various computer control systems for production activities i.e. SCADA and Andover

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Must possess a good math and mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform skills in an aseptic environment. Production work experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment is desired. Must be able to function in an aseptic environment while maintaining the sterility of the product. Able to work effectively and efficiently as a member of a team. Able to lift up to 50 pounds. Continuous standing, walking and some bending is required. Off shift and overtime work may be necessary.

Requirements

• High School Diploma. Bioworks Certification preferred.

Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with rotating shifts. Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms. Exposure to chemicals and to electrical manufacturing equipment and moving machinery. Exposure to high levels of noise. Occasional entry into confined spaces, requiring kneeling and squatting. Personal protective equipment required such as; protective eyewear, chemical suits, safety shoes and/or rubber footwear, gloves, hearing protection and a respirator. Work is performed sitting for 4-6 hours per day. Occasionally walks, stands and bends waist for 2-4 hours per day. Frequent hand movement of one hand with the ability to make fast, simple, movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists. Ability to make precise coordinated movements, of the fingers to grasp and manipulate objects. Light to moderate lifting and carrying of 15-44lbs. for 1-2 hours per day with a maximum lift of 50lbs. May reach above and below shoulder height. Hearing acuity essential. Color perception/discrimination, far vision correctable in one eye to 20/30 and to 20/100 in the other eye. Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken and written words and sentences. Frequently performs simple and routine tasks that vary little each day by following a set of written or oral instructions/procedures.

Location

Location: NORTH AMERICA : USA : NC-Clayton

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