Manufacturing Lead Technician - IGIV Bulk

Socket.dev; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

401(k) match

Job summary

Grifols in Los Angeles, CA seeks a Manufacturing Lead Technician to coordinate production scheduling, shifts and team performance in a FDA-regulated, GMP environment. The role emphasizes equipment setup, process monitoring and accurate documentation, with leadership responsibilities in the absence of supervision.

You will train entry-level personnel, uphold safety policies, and support management in day-to-day operations while ensuring quality and regulatory compliance across the production line.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associates preferred.
• Minimum 3 years in pharma/GMP/FDA environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of cGMPs and FDA regulations.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Oversee equipment setup and operation in a biologics production environment.
• Ensure strict adherence to FDA regulations and documented procedures.
• Coach and train entry-level personnel; support shift leadership.
• Coordinate day-to-day production scheduling and department tasks.
• Maintain accurate documentation and safety compliance.
• Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment (UF units, CIP/SIP, centrifuges).
• Assist management in scheduling and coordinating production activities.
• Perform higher-level tasks as needed and function in supervisory absence.

Skills

Leadership

GMP knowledge

FDA regulations

English proficiency

MS Office

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred

Applicable certification / military preferred

Job description

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

Position Summary:

In general, the Manufacturing Lead Technician is responsible for overseeing the coordination and operations of the production schedule, shift, and personnel.

Essential Job Duties:

• Responsible for equipment setup and operation in a biologics processing environment for plasma derived pharmaceuticals.
• Strict adherence to procedures and practices according to FDA regulations.
• Strong emphasis on documentation according to FDA regulations.
• Adhere to departmental corporate safety policies.
• Responsible for facility and equipment cleaning.
• All work is performed in a clean room (sanitized) manufacturing environment.
• Responsible for basic process analysis such as pH, refractive index, turbidity, and conductivity measurements.
• Operates manufacturing equipment such as ultrafiltration (UF) units, chromatography columns, Clean In Place (CIP) systems, Steam In Place (SIP) systems and centrifuges.
• Utilizes touch screen Operator Interface Terminals (OIT).
• Trains entry level personnel.
• Performs more complex and advanced job tasks.
• Assist management in coordinating and scheduling the department's day to day operations.
• Serves in a leadership role in the absence of direct supervision.
• Other duties may be assigned.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS & EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or GED required. Associate's degree, applicable certification, and/or military veterans preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience in a pharmaceutical, GMP, or FDA regulated environment is required.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate, guide, train, coach and develop department personnel.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of cGMPs, FDA regulations, and industry guidelines.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Must be proactive, results oriented, and have strong attention to detail.
• Self-starter with strong work ethic and the ability to exercise good judgment.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks to meet targeted deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with personnel at all levels in a team environment.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Must be flexible with working hours / shifts in order to accommodate the 24-hour, 7 day plant operation.

Occupational Demands:

Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with rotating shifts. Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms. Exposure to chemicals, electrical manufacturing equipment, hand tools and moving machinery. Exposure to high levels of noise and to extreme cold below 32*. Occasional entry into confined spaces requiring kneeling and squatting. Operates forklifts, tractors and power equipment. Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, safety shoes, gloves and garments. Work is performed standing and walking for 4-6 hours per day. Bending and twisting neck and waist for 4-6 hours per day. Frequent hand movement of both hands 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. Frequent foot movement. Frequent moderate lifting and carrying of 15-44lbs. Frequent heavy lifting and carrying of 45lbs. with a maximum lift of 50lbs. Occasionally reaches above and below shoulder height. Hearing acuity essential. Color perception/discrimination, depth perception and 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.

The estimated starting pay scale for the Manufacturing Lead Technician role based in Los Angeles,CA, is $34.00-$35.00 per hour. Additionally, the position is eligible to participate in up to 5% of the company bonus pool. We offer a wide variety of benefits including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, up to 5% 401(K) match and tuition reimbursement. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on education, experience, skillset, knowledge, where the role is performed, internal equity and market data. We are committed to offering our employees opportunities for professional growth and career progression. Grifols is a global healthcare organization with employees in 30 countries focused on patient health and providing impactful results. Since our humble beginnings in 1909, Grifols has been a family company that prides itself on its family-like culture. Our company has more than tripled over the last 10 years, and you can grow with us!

*This job description is accurate at the date of publication. It is intended to provide information essential to understanding the scope and general nature of the work performed by job holders within this position. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. Other duties may be assigned and qualifications required may change over time.

The estimated pay scale for Manufacturing Lead Technician - IGIV Bulkrole based inCalifornia, is $34.00 to $35.00per hour. Additionally, the position is eligible to participate in up to 5% of thecompanybonus pool. We offer a wide variety of benefits including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision,life insurance,PTO,paid holidays andup to 5% 401(K) match and tuition reimbursement. Final compensation packages willultimately dependon education, experience, skillset, knowledge, where the role is performed, internalequityand market data. We are committed to offering our employees opportunities for professional growth and career progression. Grifols is a global healthcare organization with employees in 30 countries focused on patient health and providing impactful results. Since our humble beginnings in 1909, Grifols has been a family company that prides itself on its family-like culture. Our company has more than tripled over the last 10 years, and you can grow with us!

Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws, including but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

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Location:NORTH AMERICA : USA : CA-Los Angeles:USVALLEY - Valley Bl Mfg Plant - LA, CA

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