Aseptic Filling Technician – 3rd Shift

Jobtailor; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Technician II for aseptic filling in a biologics environment in Clayton, NC. You will set up and run fill equipment, perform gowning and cleaning, and maintain strict sterile conditions while documenting processes.

The role requires good math/mechanical aptitude, ability to lift, and flexibility for rotating shifts. Experience in regulated industries or relevant certifications is valued.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED with biotech experience.
• Experience in regulated environments (FDA/USDA/NRC) or degree equivalent preferred.
• Technician II level duties require aseptic skills and safety compliance.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate aseptic fill equipment and related systems.
• Perform gowning, facility cleaning, and sanitation for fill suites.
• Operate SCADA and other control systems for production.
• Complete real-time documentation and logs with accuracy.
• Assist with training and maintain qualification certificates.

Skills

Aseptic Techniques

Equipment Operation

Glass Inspection

SIP/PBC Operations

Filter Integrity Testing

Lyophilization

Heat Treatment

Pasteurization

Cold Box Processes

Team Collaboration

Effective Communication

Mechanical Aptitude

Biologics Processing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Bioworks Certification Program (preferred)

Tools

SCADA

Andover

Motorized Transport Equipment

Job description

• Set up and operate equipment in a biologics processing environment for plasma-derived pharmaceuticals
• Perform Class A/B gowning and facility cleaning for fill suites
• Operate glass inspection stations, rinser/tunnel, VAM, over sealer, and other support fill equipment
• Load carts with vials or syringes
• Perform SIP/PBC operations and filter integrity testing
• Prepare chemical solutions for production use while following department safety rules
• Perform material handling and glass inspection
• Maintain facility housekeeping and sanitize floors, walls, and equipment according to procedures
• Operate motorized transport equipment such as forklifts and lift jacks
• Complete real-time production documentation, BPRs, records, and logs
• Monitor and operate SCADA, Andover, and other computer control systems
• Independently set up and operate fill equipment in an aseptic environment at Technician II level
• Operate and monitor lyophilization, heat treatment, pasteurization, and cold box processes when applicable
• Prepare and label samples according to BPRs and non-routine requests
• Interpret company support-system information
• Assist with Technician-level training and train less experienced technicians at Technician II level
• Maintain aseptic gowning qualification and media fill certification

Requirements

• High School diploma OR GED required
• One year of regulated industry (FDA, USDA, NRC) experience OR graduation from an accredited college/university with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree OR completion of the Bioworks Certification Program preferred
• Tech II typically requires one year of experience as an Aseptic Filling Technician
• Good math and mechanical aptitude
• Ability to perform skills in an aseptic environment while maintaining product sterility
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently as a member of a team
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work rotating, off shifts and overtime as necessary
• Class A/B gowning qualification and media fill certification for applicable Technician II duties
• Ability to use computer control systems such as SCADA and Andover
• Ability to communicate and understand spoken and written information
• Ability to perform precise, coordinated finger, hand, and wrist movements
• Hearing acuity and required visual/color perception
• Ability to work around biological fluids, chemicals, electrical equipment, moving machinery, noise, and confined spaces while using required PPE

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in operating and maintaining equipment in a biologics processing environment, with a strong focus on aseptic techniques and compliance with safety regulations. Proficient in using computer control systems and performing precise operations while ensuring product sterility.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Aseptic Filling Techniques
• SCADA Operation
• Class A/B Gowning Qualification
• Biologics Processing Experience
• Material Handling

Hard Skills

• Aseptic Techniques
• Equipment Operation
• Glass Inspection
• SIP/PBC Operations
• Filter Integrity Testing
• Chemical Solution Preparation
• Lyophilization Processes
• Heat Treatment
• Pasteurization
• Cold Box Processes

Soft Skills

• Team Collaboration
• Effective Communication
• Mechanical Aptitude

Certifications & Qualifications

• Media Fill Certification
• Class A/B Gowning Qualification
• Bioworks Certification Program

Industry Keywords

• Regulated Industry
• FDA
• USDA
• NRC
• Biologics

Tools & Technologies

• SCADA
• Andover
• Motorized Transport Equipment