Manufacturing Operator

F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG in the United States is seeking a Manufacturing Operator to run automated equipment for assembly, filling, labeling, and packaging. You will maintain batch records, perform SAP transactions, and ensure compliance with quality systems in a high-volume, regulated setting.

The role emphasizes safety, continuous improvement, and teamwork, with responsibilities including oversite of setup, operation, cleaning, and handoffs. Weekend and holiday coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years GMP environment experience.
• Experience with automated manufacturing equipment in a regulated setting.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated equipment and sequences per production records.
• Maintain batch records and execute SAP transactions/confirmations.
• Support safety, quality, and lean initiatives; contribute to shift handoffs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet production targets.

Skills

Lean / Continuous Improvement

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Problem solving

Time management

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Google Workspace

Job description

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position The Opportunity: The Manufacturing Operator contributes to producing reliable products and supplies with effective operations in an empowered organization. As part of a dynamic team, the Manufacturing Operator is responsible for collaborating with their team to operate automated equipment and systems to perform a wide variety of complex tasks related to assembly, printing, fill and kitpack manufacturing operations. Recognizes and elevates safety, equipment, and product problems, contributing to the achievement of production goals. Utilizes validated software and systems to maintain processes, batch records, and inventory control. Ensures all production related documentation is in compliance with quality system regulations. May be responsible for low complexity training of new employees and sharing best practices. They must have good communication and organizational skills and the ability to identify opportunities that would drive the business forward. This is an essential position supporting the organizational goals requiring attendance on weekends, holidays and during emergency or exceptional conditions.

Production Executes the process of assembly, filling, labeling & packaging equipment of varying complexity and in accordance with production manufacturing records, operating procedure requirements to produce finished intermediates and final kits while meeting production targets. Performs basic transactions within highly complex systems and controls in a regulated manufacturing environment (e.g. receive, process, build product/materials, facilitate material availability, SAP transactions/confirmations). Runs automated systems/equipment and sequences of operation, including: equipment setup, operation, and cleaning; monitoring and performing basic troubleshooting. Participates in the execution of protocol/validations. Maintains ability to be a subject matter expert (SME) in one or more areas of production. Contributes to daily end-of-shift reports and pass downs.

Safety and Quality Maintains Right to Operate and ensures that all processes are performed in a safe and healthy manner; Addresses and escalates any potentially unsafe hazards; Provides feedback during investigation of safety hazards, incidents and near misses using safety reporting tools. Performs tasks/transactions in the quality system to ensure we achieve our quality objectives. Understands the expectations of audit readiness (OSHA, FDA, QSR, GMP, ISO, etc.); may be required to answer questions about processes on the spot. Maintains accurate and complete system transactions ensuring material traceability, and inventory accuracy (e.g. receipt, storage, issuance of materials, and other inventory transactions). Provides feedback on NCR investigations, reworks, and corrective actions. Adheres to 95% or above internal training compliance Continuous Improvement Performs 6S activities, gathers/meets cycle times and develops/follows standard work; identifies and implements process improvements and continuous improvement initiatives utilizing lean tools. Participates and contributes in tier meetings. May participate in the collection of data for daily metrics purposes and to support operational excellence initiatives and improvements.

Teamwork and Collaboration Proactively collaborates with peers in other shifts/functions to ensure daily targets are achieved. Assists in the successful onboarding of new employees and contractors. Other duties as assigned by management.

Who you are: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the responsibilities.

Formal Training/Education Education Level Education Details Req Pref H.S. Diploma Or GED. Req Years of Experience Experience Details: 2 years Relevant work experience. 2 years Relevant work experience in GMP environment Experience with automated manufacturing equipment in a regulated environment. Experience with validated software systems used to Maintain Quality, Inventory, and Processes. Familiarity with sensors, motors, cylinders, etc., and with the use of hand tools and test equipment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated experience with Lean / Continuous Improvement.
• Experience with Google products (gMail, gSheets, gDoc, etc).
• Experience with SAP.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to be agile and accurate in a high-volume environment.
• Strong organizational skills, planning skills, and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills - written, verbal.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Excellent time management skills to