Manufacturing Technical Associate - 2nd Shift

Fives DyAG Corp.; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fives DyAG Corp. in Fall River, MA, is hiring a Manufacturing Technical Associate for the 2nd shift (3:00pm–11:30pm) on site.

The role involves working in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, operating and maintaining MDI equipment, and ensuring cGMP compliance. The successful candidate will perform setup, changeovers, line clearances, documentation, and participate in investigations and continuous improvement while adhering to safety and containment requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Minimum seven years in pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience operating, setting up, and troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment.
• Experience with changeovers, startup activities, line clearances, and production documentation in cGMP.
• Inhalation/MDI manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and troubleshoot MDI manufacturing and packaging equipment in a pharmaceutical setting.
• Perform equipment setup, changeovers, line clearances, disassembly, reassembly, and cleaning per approved procedures.
• Document production activities accurately in cGMP-compliant records.
• Support investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with training manufacturing staff on equipment operation and SOPs.
• Maintain safety and quality standards and comply with PPE and containment requirements.

Skills

cGMP compliance

Equipment troubleshooting

Batch records

Changeovers

Documentation

Mechanical aptitude

PPE safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Manufacturing equipment

Job description

Manufacturing Technical Associate - 2nd Shift

Onsite in Fall River, MA

Full-Time

2nd shift 3:00pm - 11:30pm. Rotating shifts - 4 on 3 off - 3 on - 4 off

Responsibilities / Accountabilities

• Must be willing to work in a pharmaceutical manufacturing setting, including classified and controlled environments supporting Respiratory Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI) manufacturing.
• Execute manufacturing and packaging processes in accordance with Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), cGMP regulations, safety requirements, and established work instructions.
• Operate, set up, adjust, monitor and troubleshoot MDI manufacturing and packaging equipment, including filling, crimping, propellant charging, leak testing, inspection, and packaging systems.
• Perform routine manufacturing activities while achieving established production, quality, and safety requirements.
• Perform equipment setup, startup, changeovers, line clearances, disassembly, reassembly, and cleaning activities in accordance with approved procedures.
• Troubleshoot routine mechanical, pneumatic, equipment, and process-related issues using established procedures, operating parameters, equipment manuals, and approved work instructions to minimize equipment downtime. (Including but not limited to: adjusting machine settings to maintain established operating parameters; clearing equipment jams, blockages, and material flow interruptions; performing equipment resets and startup recovery following alarms or process interruptions; troubleshooting filling, crimping, leak-testing, inspection, and packaging equipment performance issues.)
• Assisting with the investigation of recurring equipment issues and escalating complex electrical, automation, engineering, validation, or maintenance concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Monitor equipment performance and communication opportunities for operational improvements to management.
• Prepare rooms and equipment for manufacturing operations, including verification of calibration status, pressure differentials, environmental conditions, and equipment readiness.
• Ensure line clearance requirements are completed and documented before initiating manufacturing activities.
• Receive, transfer, verify, and reconcile manufacturing materials according to approved procedures and batch documentation.
• Complete production and equipment documentation accurately, legibly, and contemporaneously in compliance with cGMP requirements.
• Participate in troubleshooting activities, investigations, corrective action implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned.
• Assist with equipment qualification, validation, and commissioning activities as directed by management, Engineering, Validation, or Quality personnel.
• Assist with training and onboarding of manufacturing personnel on established equipment operation, setup procedures, and departmental practices.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards throughout all stages of manufacturing and packaging operations.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow respiratory manufacturing containment and safety requirements.
• Perform duties through the safe use of equipment according to Health & Safety procedures and equipment manuals.
• Flexible to work extended hours to meet manufacturing schedules when required.
• Maintain discipline and comply with company policies and procedures.
• Participate in safety-related programs, committees, and initiatives.
• Enforce and follow safety regulations and ensure work areas remain clean and inspection ready.
• Adhere to companies Safety, Health, and Environmental policies.
• Work under general supervision while performing assigned responsibilities independently within established procedures and approved operating parameters.
• Other duties as assigned by Manufacturing Management.

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Industrial Technology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Manufacturing Technology, or a related scientific or technical discipline.

Experience

• Minimum seven (7+) years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, respiratory manufacturing, medical device manufacturing, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated experience operating, setting up, troubleshooting, adjusting, and performing minor repairs on automated manufacturing equipment.
• Experience performing equipment changeovers, startup activities, line clearances, and production documentation in a cGMP environment.
• Respiratory, inhalation, aerosol, or Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI) manufacturing experience preferred.

Skills / Competencies

• Advanced knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing operations and cGMP requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to independently operate, set up, troubleshoot, adjust, and perform minor repairs on manufacturing equipment following approved procedures.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of pneumatic, electromechanical, and automated production systems.
• Ability to identify equipment issues, perform troubleshooting activities, and support root cause investigations using established problem-solving methods.
• Experience performing equipment changeovers, line setup, cleaning verification, and operational readiness activities.
• Ability to read and interpret SOPs, batch records, equipment manuals, technical drawings, and manufacturing documentation.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing process controls and equipment performance monitoring.
• Strong documentation skills with the ability to accurately complete production records and technical documentation.