Work Cell Leader 1 - FP

Novo Nordisk A/S; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leading pay

14 holidays

Health Insurance

401K match

Parental leave

Family leave

Product access

Tuition assistance

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Novo Nordisk Clayton, NC is seeking a production operator to ensure safe and effective operation of a work cell while maintaining quality standards. You will lead the process, monitor equipment, and support a safe work environment in a highly regulated setting.

The role includes shifts, maintenance coordination, event responses, and training oversight, with 20%–50% time spent as an operator. Novo Nordisk offers strong pay, holidays, benefits, and a 401K match.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent; Associate's Degree in related field.
• Minimum of 2 years manufacturing experience in an FDA-regulated setting.
• Qualified to perform operator activities on work cell equipment.
• Ability to read and understand product documentation and SOPs; computer literacy preferred.
• Experience with planning, organizing, and meeting daily work plan targets.
• Systematic problem-solving and participation in event responses; document issues and drive solutions.

Responsibilities

• Execute the production plan by leading operation and monitoring equipment, systems, and processes within the work cell.
• Enforce safety and environmental requirements in performance of duties.
• Help facilitate a productive, engaging, and safe working environment.
• Set up the next shift for success.
• Coordinate maintenance activities as scheduled by Planning and supported by specialists.
• Lead the team in event response/RCAs with support from engineers and supervisors.
• Schedule work cell resources including breaks and meals.
• Address safety, quality, staffing or personnel issues and elevate when needed.
• Monitor training completion to ensure competency of team members.
• Responsible for cGMP documentation.
• Provide performance review input for work cell members.
• Spend 20%–50% of time operating as an operator in the process.
• Other accountabilities as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Quality awareness

Problem solving

Education

High school + Associate's Degree

Tools

Reading & writing SOPs

Job description

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At Novo Nordisk, we want to make a difference. For more than 100 years, we have led the way in diabetes care. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.

In NC, we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains. Our Product Supply Aseptic Manufacturing (PS AM) facility in Clayton, NC is a 457,000 square foot aseptic "fill and finish" site that is responsible for producing innovative, injectable diabetes and obesity treatments. At PS AM, you’ll join a global network of manufacturing professionals who are passionate about what they do.

What we offer you:

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards

At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.

The Position

Ensure the safe & effective operation of a work cell while maintaining a high level of focus on Quality. This person has three key roles; Ensure the process performs per plan, confirm standards & solve problems.

Relationships

Reports to Shift Manager.

Essential Functions

• Execute the production plan by leading the operation, monitoring & controlling of equipment, systems, & processes within the work cell
• Enforce all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Help facilitate a productive, engaging, & safe working environment
• Setup next Shift for success
• Coordinate Maintenance activities, scheduled by Maintenance Planning, supported by Technical Area Specialist
• Lead team in Event Response/RCA with assistance from the Process Engineer & Supervisor
• Schedule work cell resources, to include breaks, lunches, & other activities
• Address any safety, quality, staffing or personnel issues & elevate to the supervisor if necessary
• Monitor performance & the completion of training to assure the competency level of work cell team members. Ensure team members are trained to the standard
• Responsible for cGMP documentation
• Provide performance review input for work cell team members as required by Shift Manager
• Spend 20% - 50% of time operating as an operator in the process
• Other accountabilities as assigned

Physical Requirements

Moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Routinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using hands. Strap & unstrap pallets using hands. Must be able to be on your feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May require corrected vision to 20/20 or 20/25 based on role. May require colour vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous &/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear latex gloves. May perform critical job functions in extremely cold work environments depending on site. May position oneself within confined spaces for inspection if required of the role. Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection. May be required to secure a motorized vehicle license & operate a motorized vehicle based on the role.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required, Associate's Degree in related field required
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a manufacturing industry, FDA regulated required
• Qualified to perform operator activities on work cell equipment required
• Ability to read, write & understand complicated product documentation & standard operating procedures with attention to detail. Computer literacy preferred
• Experience with planning & organizing, managing execution, checking results, & revising the work plan to meet daily work plan targets a plus
• Demonstrates a systematic approach to problem solving & troubleshooting. Supports & actively participates in event response activities for the process. Documents problems & works to bring them rapidly to solution preferred

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.