Pharma Manufacturing Technician 1 (1st Shift 5:00 AM – 2:30 PM)

GE Healthcare; Aurora (OH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical technology firm is seeking a team-oriented technician to support the manufacturing of radiopharmaceuticals. The role involves processing and packaging, while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Candidates should hold an associate’s degree and have relevant experience, with opportunities for professional development in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

401(k) plan with contributions

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree plus 1 year experience or High School diploma plus 2 years experience.
• Ability to lift 35 lbs or more.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. required.

Responsibilities

• Process, assemble, dispense, and package radiopharmaceuticals.
• Assist in training and development of technicians.
• Comply with EHS, Quality System Requirements, and cGMP.

Skills

Basic computer/data entry skills

Strong mathematical aptitude

Attention to detail

Education

Associate’s degree

High School diploma/GED

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Access database programs

Manufacturing equipment

Job description

Job Description Summary

Responsible for collaborating and working in a team environment of 7 manufacturing production technicians. Performing operations with focus on efficiency, training, and project work to accomplish manufacturing objectives.

Our Pharmaceutical Diagnostics (PDx) business is the number one global supplier of contrast media and molecular imaging agents used to enhance medical imaging exams. Used throughout all major disease area diagnostic and treatment pathways, PDx products support three patients every second around the world.

GE HealthCare is a leading global medical technology and digital solutions innovator. Our mission is to improve lives in the moments that matter. Unlock your ambition, turn ideas into world-changing realities, and join an organization where every voice makes a difference, and every difference builds a healthier world.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Process, assemble, dispense, assay and package radio chemicals, radiopharmaceuticals or radioactive devices in accordance with established procedures.

• Knowledge of all preparations and manufacturing procedures for the formulation of final product.

• Assists in training and development of other technicians.

• Accurately review and complete all batch records and related documentation.

• Preparation and set-up of associated equipment and materials, i.e. Depyrogenation Ovens, ISO5 Hoods, autoclaves, etc.

• Comply with all applicable Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Health Physics, Quality System Requirements (QSR?s) and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.

• Strict adherence to cGMP at all times.

• Perform housekeeping in accordance with 5S policy perform Preventative Maintenance (PM) as required.

• Troubleshoot basic equipment problems by communicating with the Lead Technician.

• Assist in writing Investigation Reports (IR?s) and initiate Unscheduled Work Orders (UWO?s).

• Utilize Trackwise program to document maintenance, investigations, and change control actions. Utilize Veeva document management system to manage web-controlled documents.

• Ability to pass all gown qualifications is required for employees who need to perform work in the dilution and filling suite.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree plus a minimum of 1 years' experience in areas such as pharmaceutical manufacturing, equipment operator, material handling, food processing, warehousing, or logistics/distribution or High School diploma/GED equivalent plus a minimum of 2 years' experience in areas such as pharmaceutical manufacturing, equipment operator, material handling, food processing, warehousing, or logistics/distribution or Bachelor's Degree - No Manufacturing Experience Required.

• Basic computer/data entry skills.

• Strong mathematical aptitude including Algebra and Geometry.

• Must understand oral/written technical English (or local language).

• Must perform shift/weekend work.

• Must be able to lift 35 lbs. or more.

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Preferred Characteristics

• Bachelor's degree plus 2 years’ experience working in a cGMP manufacturing environment.

• Experience working with radioactive materials and/or radioactive isotopes.

• Experience working with Access database programs and manufacturing equipment such as ion chambers, autoclaves, de-pyrogen ovens, automated counters, micro welders, forklifts and semi-automated equipment.

• Previous experience in roles requiring strong attention to detail.

• Strong technical writing ability.

• Ability to multi-task.

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For U.S. based positions only, the pay range for this position is $41,624.00-$62,436.00 Annual. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the pay range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience and location. In addition, this position may also be eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). GE HealthCare offers a competitive benefits package, including not but limited to medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

Additional Information

GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE HealthCare is anEqual Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE HealthCare will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No