Sr Manufacturing Technician

Eacademy Sanofi; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanofi in Framingham, MA is seeking a Sr. Manufacturing Technician for a 12-hour rotating shift in a large-scale cGMP biologics facility.

You will perform complex tasks under guidance, adhere to manufacturing instructions, and support continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include maintaining safety and GMP compliance, following procedures, documenting production steps, and mentoring peers while working with QA, QC, and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED with 1+ years of experience in a cGxP manufacturing environment, OR
• Biotech Certificate or Associate's degree in a related field with 6 months of experience (including internships, co-ops, or laboratory work)
• Bachelor's degree in Biotech or related fields with 6 months of educational experience will be considered.
• Effectively uses process automation systems to operate production processes (i.e. DeltaV).

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe working environment and report incidents to Manufacturing management.
• Demonstrate understanding of GMPs and apply them to responsibilities.
• Follow procedures for production and equipment use; complete production documentation.
• Keep process area clean and organized; ensure supplies are stocked.
• Perform SOP revisions and work order generation.
• Interact with QA, QC, Manufacturing Engineering, MSIT, Validation, and others.
• Troubleshoot basic mechanical operations and improve process operations.
• Mentor less experienced operators and participate in in-process testing.

Skills

cGxP manufacturing experience

Mentorship of operators

Interprets GMP guidelines

Education

High School diploma/GED

Biotech Certificate or Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree in Biotech

Tools

DeltaV

Job description

Sr 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.

We are an innovative global healthcare company with one purpose: to chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We’re also a company where you can flourish and grow your career, with countless opportunities to explore, make connections with people, and stretch the limits of what you thought was possible.

We deliver 4.3 billion healthcare solutions to people every year, thanks to the flawless planning and meticulous eye for detail of our Manufacturing & Supply teams. With your talent and ambition, we can do even more to protect people from infectious diseases and bring hope to patients and their families.

We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s 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 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 (SOP’s, EWI’s, MBR’s, OJT’s) to ensure they are current, accurate, and clear.
• Supports plant floor continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED with 1+ years of experience in a cGxP manufacturing environment, OR
• Biotech Certificate or Associate's degree in a related field with 6 months of experience (including internships, co-ops, or laboratory work)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biotech or related fields with 6 months of educational experience will be considered.
• Effectively uses process automation systems to operate production processes (i.e. DeltaV).

THE FINE PRINT

• For influenza production roles (excluding FFIP roles): candidate must be able to be receive influenza vaccine which is required for building access
• For aseptic area production roles (excluding Flu production tech roles): candidate must be able to obtain and maintain current aseptic gowning qualification
• This position may be required to be moved or temporarily flexed to another department or building within the FFIP operation due to business needs. Additionally, candidates should expect to work in multiple buildings. Some over-time/off shift work hours may be required based on business needs. We will attempt to provide as much advance notice as possible, two weeks where applicable if any such change is needed.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs., and bend/lift/move objects as part of the job.

Able to stand for up to 8 hours a day (with occasional breaks).

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 it’s 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.
• Shape the future of medicine and vaccine delivery with cutting-edge technology, ensuring seamless launches and a resilient global supply.
• Power industry-leading performance by leveraging digital, data, and AI-driven innovation – at speed and scale
• Transform lives worldwide by delivering life-changing treatments anywhere, anytime.

Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse 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.

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.