Manufacturing Process Technician I (Assembly) - Day Shift

Novo Nordisk A/S; Clayton, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with company match

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Novo Nordisk A/S in Clayton, NC is seeking a Manufacturing Process Technician I (Assembly) on the Day shift to operate and monitor equipment, support production goals, and maintain clean, safe work areas.

The role reports to the Shift Manager within the FFEx organization and requires at least a high school diploma and six months of manufacturing experience; FDA-regulated environment experience is preferred and training on SOPs will be provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum six months manufacturing experience required.
• Experience in an FDA-regulated environment preferred.
• Production/manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write and understand product documentation and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, monitor & control equipment, systems & processes on production lines.
• Execute the production schedule to meet goals.
• Maintain production areas and perform cleaning.
• Participate in event response and troubleshooting.
• Review and author SOPs and other documents as required.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and corrective/preventative tasks.
• Record and review production data in applicable forms.
• Follow all safety and environmental requirements.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Manufacturing Process Technician I (Assembly) - Day Shift

Facility: Manufacturing

Location: Clayton, NC, US

About the Department

You will be joining Fill & Finish Expansions (FFEx), which is responsible for all major expansion activities within aseptic production, solid dosage forms, finished products, fill & finish warehousing, and QC across all production areas in Product Supply. The area is anchored in Product Supply, Quality & IT, which globally employ approx. 20,000 of Novo Nordisk’s 50,000 employees.

FFEx is a newly established and growing area with the responsibility to design, plan, and build all new aseptic filling capacity across Novo Nordisk to serve the needs of millions of patients. We do it by rethinking our production facilities with the use of modern technology, as we are setting the standards for the aseptic production of the future. Facilities designed today which we will still be proud of 20 years from now. FF Expansions has a global approach, where you will be working with multiple sites and cultures across the world.

What we offer you:

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Life & Disability Insurance

At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.

The Position

Operate manufacturing equipment in order to achieve production goals.

Relationships

Reports to Shift Manager.

Essential Functions

• Set up, operate, monitor & control equipment, systems & processes associated with production /manufacturing lines
• Execution of production schedule to achieve production goals
• Maintain production areas & perform cleaning
• Actively participate in & support event response
• Review & author SOP’s & other documents, as required
• Assist during equipment maintenance, including restoration of lost function, predictive & preventative maintenance
• Record/review production data in BPR’s and associated forms
• Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Other accountabilities, as assigned

Physical Requirements

Moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Routinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using hands. Strap & unstrap pallets using hands. Must be able to be on your feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May require corrected vision to 20/20 or 20/25 based on role. May require colour vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous &/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear latex gloves. May perform critical job functions in extremely cold work environments depending on site. May position oneself within confined spaces for inspection if required of the role. Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection. May be required to secure a motorized vehicle license & operate a motorized vehicle based on the role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of six (6) months manufacturing experience required
• Minimum experience requirement may be waived with military experience, a BioWorks/BioBlend certification/equivalent from an accredited college, or a current Novo Nordisk contractor that has 3 months of demonstrated performance in the relevant area)
• Experience working in an FDA regulated environment preferred
• Production/Manufacturing experience preferred
• Ability to read, write & understand product documentation & standard operating procedures with attention to detail required

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.