Sr. Technician, Shared Services Operations - 2nd Shift (Onsite)

MSD; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Annual bonus

Job summary

MSD in Rahway, NJ seeks a Sr. Technician, Operations to support sterile formulation, visual inspection, and aseptic processing in a Grade C environment. This on-site role forms part of the FLEx-Sterile team within Manufacturing Shared Services.

The position requires GMP documentation, proficiency with electronic systems, and collaboration with formulators, engineers, Quality, Safety, and Facilities. Training and cross-training opportunities may be offered to further process improvements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 5+ years in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Associates Degree in Science/Engineering with 3+ years in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology or related field.

Responsibilities

• Sterilization: operate and maintain cleaning and sterilization equipment (parts washers, dry heat ovens, autoclaves).
• Supply management: receive, inspect, and store sterile supplies.
• Sterile formulation: prepare/ formulate sterile products per protocols; open/closed formulation in isolator.
• Visual inspection: inspect products for defects and non-conformities.
• GMP compliance: follow SOPs and record documentation; support deviations when needed.

Skills

Aseptic Operations

Bioprocess Engineering

GMP Knowledge

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Science/Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology

Tools

SAP

PAS-X

MS Office

HMI systems

Job description

POCS – Rahway: Sr. Technician, Operations

Level: O3 Timing: 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM

Pharmaceutical Operations and Clinical Supply is seeking highly motivated individuals for R&D Operations roles in our Rahway, NJ, Formulation, Laboratory, and Experimentation (FLEx) Center to support drug product development and GMP clinical supply of sterile dosage forms. Positions will support development and clinical manufacturing and supply, as part of the FLEx-Sterile team, specifically in Manufacturing Shared Services which supports sterile supply, aseptic formulation and visual inspection.

This position will be responsible for hands‑on processing activities that include equipment assembly and disassembly, sterile processing, inventory management, open aseptic formulation in an isolator and closed formulation activities in a Grade C environment, and manual visual inspection of filled units (i.e. vials or syringes).There is also opportunity to cross‑train in other areas, such as filling. These individuals are expected to partner with and support formulation development colleagues in further understanding and knowledge capture of processes, which could include providing feedback on product and process development.

These roles require adherence to GMP procedures, strong attention to detail in completing GMP documentation, proficiency in electronic systems, and participation in continuous improvement projects. Positions may also support commissioning, qualification, and demonstration of new equipment and technologies. Successful candidates will collaborate closely with team members and partner groups including formulators, engineers, Quality, Safety, and Facilities management to drive overall success and performance of the area and clinical pipeline.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sterilization Processes: Operate and maintain cleaning and sterilization equipment, including parts washers, dry heat ovens, and autoclaves.>
• Supply Management: Receive, inspect, and store sterile supplies and equipment, ensuring proper inventory levels and organization within the sterile supply area.>
• Sterile Formulation: Prepare and formulate sterile products according to established protocols and batch records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GMP standards. Able to perform closed formulation activities as well as open aseptic activities inside a Grade A isolator. Experience with operating isolator machines and/or Grade A aseptic experience is required.>
• Visual Inspection: Perform visual inspections of products and components to identify defects, inconsistencies, and non-conformities. Individual should be detailed and organized, and able to manage a large quantity of units.>
• Attention to Detail: Maintain meticulous records of formulation processes, including ingredient quantities, equipment used, and environmental conditions.>
• GMP Compliance: Follow all GMP guidelines and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure the quality and safety of clinical production lots. Identifies and addresses compliance, environmental, safety, and process deviations as appropriate while notifying management.>
• Batch Adaptability: Quickly adapt to changes in batch procedures and production schedules, demonstrating flexibility and problem‑solving skills.>
• Cleanroom Environment: Able to gown and work in Grade C conditions, maintaining good aseptic cleanroom behaviors
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of sterilization processes, inventory levels, and equipment logs in an electronic system. Knowledge of PAS‑X is preferable.>
• Collaboration: Able to communicate clearly with team and work closely with other teams to ensure on time delivery of supplies.>
• Training and Compliance: Assist in training new staff on sterile supply procedures and protocols, ensuring adherence to GMP standards.>
• Leadership: Able to identify and escalation issues, perform basic troubleshooting, and capturing learnings to improve systems and processes. Organizes and prioritizes own work to meet shop floor priorities and identifies discrepancies in advance. Also attends and actively participates in safety, quality, and process improvement initiatives to enhance flexibility, efficiency, and compliance.>
• Schedule Adherence: Understands schedule adherence impact and communicates risk. Maintains a continuous improvement mindset and implements initiates to increase efficiency or reduce risk to schedule adherence.>
• Compliance: Identifies and addresses compliance, environmental, safety, and process deviations as appropriate while notifying management. Able to redline SOPS for continuous improvement.>
• Supports investigations and implementation of corrective/preventative actions.>

Education Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED, with at least 5 years in pharmaceutical manufacturing or processing
• OR Associates Degree in Science/Engineering related field with at least 3 years in pharmaceutical manufacturing
• OR Bachelors Degree in Engineering Technology or related field

Required Experience and Skills:

• Relevant GMP Pharmaceutical experience, or equivalent (e.g. chemical, nuclear, military experience).
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in computer systems and applications including but not limited to: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook), Equipment HMI use, MODA, PAS‑X, SAP, Calibration/Maintenance Database Systems.
• Must be willing and able to lift 50 lbs, bend, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb ladders, and don & wear cleanroom protective gowning including respirators.
• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate both independently and as a part of a team.
• Flexibility working overtime is a requirement in manufacturing

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Experience with some of the following: highly complex and state of the art equipment, isolators, containment technology, aseptic filling using automated machinery, sterile manufacturing, SAP or other ERP systems.
• Associates Degree in science or related field.
• BioWork Certificate (working in an FDA or similar regulated industry).>
• Experience with automated systems (MES, SAP, or similar).
• Demonstrated troubleshooting / problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and initiate process improvements.

Salary

The salary range for this role is: $74,900 - $117,900

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.

The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long‑term incentive, if applicable.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.

Required Skills

Aseptic Operations, Biological Sciences, Bioprocess Engineering, Cleanroom Operations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Laboratory Processes, Physical Abilities, Process Control, Process Improvements, Production Scheduling, Sterile Products

Preferred Skills

Aseptics, Sterile Manufacturing

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:

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We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance

Employee Status: Regular

Relocation: Domestic

VISA Sponsorship: No

Travel Requirements: 10%

Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable

Shift: 2nd - Evening

Valid Driving License: No

Hazardous Material(s): n/a

Positions are based in Rahway, NJ and 100% on‑site.