Master Manufacturing Techncian, Packaging

F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG; Holly Springs (MS); On-site; USD 62,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation benefits available

Job summary

Genentech in Holly Springs, NC, is seeking a Master Manufacturing Technician to support design, qualification, startup, and registration of high-volume packaging lines for a new drug product fill/finish facility. The role partners with MSAT, quality, supply chain, regulatory, and engineering to ensure efficient startup and transfer to steady-state operation.

The position requires a minimum high school diploma with 7+ years of related production experience or an AA degree with 5+ years in pharma

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or AA degree with 5+ years of technical experience in pharma manufacturing.
• Experience with SAP or ERP systems.
• Experience in drug product manufacturing and/or supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, qualification, start-up, and registration of the facility’s high volume packaging lines.
• Provide knowledge and training on complex process and equipment technologies to partners.
• Create training materials and conduct training for new hires.
• Coach colleagues with less experience and help them develop skills and expertise.
• Support authoring of standard operating procedures for new equipment.
• Support acceptance testing to ensure equipment is suitable for end‑user execution.
• After go-live, transition to a routine position on site and extend into daily operation responsibilities.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

SAP/ERP systems

Education

High School Diploma

AA degree

Bachelor's Degree in science/manufacturing/engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Welcome to Holly Springs, North Carolina—home to Roche/Genentech's largest‑ever investment: a $2B greenfield start‑up where next‑generation technology, high‑performing teams and Operational Excellence converge to create the global standard for high‑volume, highly‑efficient Drug Product manufacturing. The facility’s core is defined by Innovation—leveraging advanced automation, robotics, digital tools, real‑time data analytics, and simple, streamlined processes to produce the highest quality medicines. This plant meets today’s demand for CVRM (Cardiovascular, Renal, and Metabolism) medicines and is scalable to grow with the portfolio, which focuses on next‑generation metabolic medicines specifically targeting the global obesity epidemic and Type 2 diabetes. This is a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment with a high level of accountability and a planned launch in 2028.

Opportunity

We’re seeking a Master Manufacturing Technician to support the process design, qualification, startup, and registration of our high volume packaging lines at our state‑of‑the‑art facility. In this exciting role, you will support the User Team and provide hands‑on technical input for the new large volume manufacturing facility in Holly Springs. In partnership with engineering, MSAT, quality, supply chain, technical development, regulatory, CMO, and strategy teams, you will be the end‑user for activities related to design and start‑up of a new drug product fill and finish facility.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, qualification, start‑up, and registration of the facility’s high volume packaging lines.
• Provide knowledge and training on complex process and equipment technologies to all required partners.
• Create training materials and conduct training for new hires.
• Coach colleagues with less experience and help them develop skills and expertise.
• Support authoring of standard operating procedures for new equipment.
• Support acceptance testing to ensure equipment is suitable for end‑user execution.
• After go‑live, transition to a routine position on site and extend into daily operation responsibilities.
• Perform in‑house printing, final labeling, and packaging of finished products following cGMP, PQS, and safety standards while maintaining a teamwork attitude to manage production needs and meet the production schedule.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections of labeling, packaging components, and COA‑released materials, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies, contribute to investigations, troubleshoot technical issues, and address system gaps.
• Complete and review process‑related documentation, communicate effectively with teams, and support training activities and departmental metrics reporting.
• Participate in safety inspections, scheduling meetings, project discussions, and other assigned tasks to maintain compliance and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School and 7+ years of related production experience and/or AA degree with 5+ years of technical experience in the pharmaceutical industry, supply chain management, or manufacturing.
• Proficient knowledge and experience of SAP or ERP systems.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in science, manufacturing, or engineering.
• Experience with drug product manufacturing and/or supply chain.

Work Environment / Physical Demands / Safety Considerations

• Role requires onsite full time, initially at the Genentech project office before transitioning onsite once the site buildings are built and equipment delivered.
• Travel up to 30% of the time during the project phase to support facility acceptance testing.
• Environment requires gowning, gloves, steel‑toe boots and safety glasses (as required).
• Ability to work in controlled environments as required.
• Candidates must be flexible to work overtime and adjust working schedule beyond the normal work week.
• Standing and sitting required for extended periods.
• Must be able to perform repetitive packaging work for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift 40lbs, push/pull >75lbs of force.
• Relocation benefits are available for this position.

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position based in North Carolina is $61,600–$114,400. 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. We employ, promote, and otherwise treat 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.