Senior Manufacturing Technician

BioSpace; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanofi in Framingham, MA is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Technician for a 12-hour rotating shift in a large-scale cGMP biologics facility. You will perform a range of complex tasks under guidance, adhering to GMPs and manufacturing instructions, while ensuring documentation accuracy and process safety.

The role emphasizes mentoring less experienced operators, collaborating with QA/QC, and contributing to continuous improvement of manufacturing docs and processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with at least 1 year in a cGxP manufacturing environment.
• Prefer biology/biotech credentials and related coursework.
• Knowledge of process automation systems and manufacturing documentation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe environment and report incidents to Manufacturing management.
• Follow GMPs and manufacturing instructions; complete production documentation.
• Operate production equipment according to procedures and update records.
• Keep the process area clean and stocked with supplies.
• Mentor less experienced operators and support cross-functional teams.
• Perform in-process analytical testing and basic automation troubleshooting.
• Utilize Microsoft Office tools for documentation and reporting.
• Collaborate with QA/QC, Manufacturing Eng, MSIT, Validation, etc.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of SOPs and MBRs.

Skills

GMP knowledge

Automation systems knowledge

Mentoring

Education

High School diploma/GED with 1 year cGxP experience

Biotech certificate or Biotech associate degree

Bachelor's degree in Biotech

Tools

DeltaV

INFOR

MES

ERP

Job description

Job Title

Senior Manufacturing Technician

Location

Framingham, MA

About The Job

This is a 12-hour, rotating position in a large-scale cGMP biologics facility. The Sr. Manufacturing Technician will be responsible for performing a variety of complex tasks under general guidance and in accordance with the manufacturing instruction set and current GMPs.

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About Sanofi

Werean R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving peoples lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system and innovative pipeline enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve peoples lives.

Main Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe working environment and reporting of incidents/accidents to Manufacturing management.
• Effectively demonstrates understanding of GMPs and how they apply to specific responsibilities.
• Follows verbal and written procedures in operating production and equipment and performing processing steps; accurately completes appropriate production documentation.
• Maintains cleanliness and orderliness in process area.
• Ensures production area is stocked with supplies.
• Performs SOP (Standard Operating Procedures) revisions and work order generation.
• Interacts with other support functions such as Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Manufacturing Engineering, MSIT, Validation, etc.
• Utilizes manufacturing knowledge to improve process operations and affect positive change.
• Demonstrates ability to troubleshoot basic mechanical operations.
• Effectively utilizes Microsoft Office applications.
• Mentors less experienced operators.
• Performs in process analytical testing.
• Demonstrates general knowledge of automation systems (INFOR, MES, ERP, DeltaV).
• Demonstrates general knowledge and practice of aseptic techniques.

Continuous Improvement

• Contributes to continual improvement of all manufacturing documentation (SOPs, EWIs, MBRs, OJTs) to ensure they are current, accurate, and clear.
• Supports plant floor continuous improvement initiatives.

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED with a minimum of 1 year of experience in cGxP manufacturing environment, or Biotech Certificate or Biotech associate's degree with no prior experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biotech with no prior experience. Effectively uses process automation systems to operate production processes (i.e. DeltaV).

Why Choose Us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether its through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks gender-neutral parental leave.

Sanofi US Services and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers committed to a culturally inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

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All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.