Pharma Manufacturing Technician 1 (3rd Shift 10:00 PM - 8:30 AM - 4/10's)

GE HealthCare Voluson Ultrasound; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Pharma Manufacturing Technician to join their dynamic team. In this role, you'll be responsible for processing and packaging radiopharmaceuticals while ensuring compliance with strict safety and quality standards. Your expertise will contribute to the production of critical medical imaging agents that support patients worldwide. This full-time position offers a chance to grow in a collaborative environment, where your skills will directly impact patient care. If you're ready to make a difference in healthcare, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or similar.
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn applications.
• Ability to lift 35 lbs or more.

Responsibilities

• Process and package radiopharmaceuticals according to procedures.
• Assist in training and development of other technicians.
• Comply with EHS and Quality System Requirements.

Skills

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Equipment Operation

Material Handling

Strong Communication Skills

Mathematical Aptitude

Attention to Detail

Education

Associate's Degree

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

HPLC

SAP

Trackwise

Veeva

ComplianceWire

Job description

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Job Description Summary
Responsible for collaborating and working in a team environment of 12-30 manufacturing production technicians. Performing operations with focus on efficiency, training, and project work to accomplish manufacturing objectives. This position supports the North American Nuclear Medicine Business consisting of 30+ nuclear pharmacies and numerous direct hospital customers.

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/Essential Functions Include:

1. Process, assemble, dispense, assay and package radio chemicals, radiopharmaceuticals or radioactive devices in accordance with established procedures.
2. Knowledge of all preparations and manufacturing procedures for the formulation of final product.
3. Assists in training and development of other technicians.
4. Accurately review and complete all batch records and related documentation.
5. Preparation and set-up of associated equipment and materials.
6. Comply with all applicable Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Health Physics, Quality System Requirements (QSR’s) and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
7. Strict adherence to cGMP at all times.
8. Perform housekeeping in accordance with 5S policy perform Preventative Maintenance (PM) as required.
9. Troubleshoot basic equipment problems by communicating with the Lead Technician.
10. Assist in writing Deviations, Investigation and initiate Unscheduled Work Orders (UWOs).
11. Utilize Quality Management System to document maintenance, investigations, and change control actions. Utilize Electronic Document Management System document management system to manage web-controlled documents.
12. Ability to pass all gown qualifications is required for employees who need to perform work in the controlled manufacturing areas.
13. The manufacturing line will require operators to be on their feet for part of the shift to perform the required operations.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree plus a minimum of 1 year of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, equipment operation, material handling, food processing, warehousing, or logistics/distribution; OR High School diploma/GED plus 2 years of similar experience; OR Bachelor's Degree with no manufacturing experience required.
• Strong computer skills with ability to learn new applications.
• Strong mathematical aptitude including Algebra.
• Strong Communication skills.
• Must perform shift/weekend work (shift differential will apply).
• 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 Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 2 years' experience in a cGMP manufacturing environment.
• Experience with manufacturing equipment.
• Previous experience requiring strong attention to detail.
• Experience with HPLCs (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography) in a Manufacturing or Laboratory setting is a plus.
• Experience performing preventative maintenance on HPLCs is a plus.
• Strong technical writing ability.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Experience working with radioactive materials and/or isotopes is a plus.
• Experience with SAP, Trackwise, Veeva, and ComplianceWire is a plus.

Additional Job Description

For U.S. based positions only, the pay range is $41,624.00-$62,436.00 annually. Compensation depends on skills, qualifications, experience, and location. May include performance-based incentives and a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life/disability insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

Additional Information

GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Legal work authorization in the U.S. is required. COVID-19 vaccination is not currently mandated but may be required by some customers.

Relocation Assistance: No

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Medical Equipment Manufacturing