Manufacturing Operator 3rd Shift

Roche Holding AG; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Roche is seeking a Manufacturing Operator to operate automated equipment for assembly, filling, labeling and packaging, ensuring compliance with quality systems and production targets. The role emphasizes safety, process documentation and collaboration in a high-volume, regulated environment.

The ideal candidate has lean/continuous improvement experience, familiarity with SAP, and strong communication and problem-solving skills. On-site weekend/holiday coverage is required.

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant work experience in automated manufacturing
• 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 hand tools and test equipment

Responsibilities

• Executes assembly, filling, labeling & packaging equipment operations to meet production targets
• Performs transactions within complex systems and controls in a regulated environment (e.g. SAP)
• Operates and troubleshoots automated systems; completes setup, operation, and cleaning
• Contributes to OOS, NCR investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives
• On-site attendance required; weekend/holiday/exception coverage as needed

Skills

Lean / Continuous Improvement

Google products

SAP

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Agile

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

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.

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.

Responsabilities:

Production

• Executes the process of assembly, filling, labeling & packaging equipment of varying complexity and in 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 excellenceinitiatives 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.

Who you are:

Education:

You hold a H.S. Diploma Or GED as a minimun qualification.

Experience:

2 years of relevant work experience.

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 use of hand tools and test equipment.

Knowledge, Skill or Ability:

• Demonstrated experience with Lean / Continuous Improvement.
• Experience with Google products (gMail, gSheets, gDoc, etc).
• Experience with SAP.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Be agile and accurate in a high-volume environment.
• Strong organizational skills, planning skills and attention to detail.
• Communication skills - written, verbal.
• Strong critical thinking, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent time management skills to manage multiple tasks and competing timelines.
• Ability to use the technology associated with the industry and use precision tools.
• Ability to have prompt, regular and reliable worksite attendance.

Physical conditions and PPE requirements:

• Stand, walk, sit, kneel, bend, crouch for a combined 4 or more hours per day.
• Push, pull, and lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Perform repetitive, consistent movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Have good near visual acuity to perform activities throughout the processes in theassigned area.
• Able to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment and machinery; to work from lifts and ladders; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools and supplies; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls and machinery; and to wear and work in personnel protective equipment.
• This is an essential position supporting the organizational goals requiring attendance on weekends, holidays and during emergency or exceptional conditions.

Availability to work on 3rd shift; from Sunday to Thursday, 10:00pm - 6:30am.

This is an on-site position. Relocation benefits are not approved for this posting.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Tucson is $ 48,200.00 - $ 89,400.00. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

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