Manufacturing Technician IV, Lead, Packaging (Days)

Resilience • West Chester, OH

4d • $26 - $41 • Onsite

About The Position

A career at Resilience is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to change the future. Resilience is a technology-focused biomanufacturing company that’s changing the way medicine is made. We’re building a sustainable network of high-tech, end-to-end manufacturing solutions to better withstand disruptive events, serve scientific discovery, and reach those in need. For more information, please visit www.resilience.com The Manufacturing Technician IV Lead reports to a Manager/Supervisor on the Manufacturing floor, which supports Packaging operations. This position will require operating equipment in various controlled/non-classified and classified areas. This position is a day shift position working 06:00 - 18:30 on a 2-2-3 shift. The Lead Technician leads the execution of batch activities on the manufacturing floor, which includes leading daily Tier 1 meetings, assigning daily tasks to production technicians, managing batch documentation, and coordinating production tasks and turnover activities. In addition, the Lead Technician will execute training for other Technicians, direct product sampling activities and perform batch reconciliation and accountabilities per cGMPs. The Lead Technician will also serve as a resource for the implementation of continuous improvement projects.

Requirements

• Experience in a pharmaceutical production environment
• Must have the ability to effectively understand, read, write, communicate, and follow instructions in the English language.
• Good attention to detail is required. Individual must be capable of keeping accurate records and performing mathematical calculations.
• Acquire and maintain all required certifications and qualifications for the assigned work area.
• Good organizational skills, basic first-line management skills for daily operation, situational leadership, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Capable and motivated to learn new skills and develop new capabilities on an on-going basis to contribute to the success of the Team.
• Candidate should possess the ability to work in and adapt a changing/demanding environment.
• Some overtime may be required with minimal advance notice to support business needs.

Nice To Haves

• High school graduate, vocational school graduate or equivalent
• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications, SAP, and Veeva Vault
• Experience working in a LEAN manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of cGMPs and FDA policies/procedures

Responsibilities

• Lead and monitor process execution activities to ensure successful operations on the production floor. Typical duties include leading daily Tier 1 meetings, assigning daily tasks to production technicians, monitoring material and supply levels, and coordinating production tasks such as batch execution and turnover activities.
• Act as a first-line resource for the team. Provide support to production technicians and mechanical technicians.
• Resolve production-related issues such as batch set-up, execution, technical intervention, documentation, equipment operations, SOPs, and safety and quality inspection procedures.
• Perform inventory control and reconciliation activities, which will require the use of SAP and WES in a limited role.
• Perform technician tasks as required including start-up, equipment operation, batch execution, material handling, cleaning, housekeeping and line clearance activities.
• Manage batch records and GMP documentation on the production floor. Review documentation for completeness and accuracy per GxP standards within established timelines. Assist and train others to complete documentation as required. This will include mathematical computation where needed.
• Be familiar with job-related safety procedures and hazards including PPEs, ergonomics, LOTO, human safety, material handling, chemical handling, and spill controls. Ensure work requirements are followed on the production floor, in accordance with SOPs and established safety and quality procedures.
• Work alongside Process Facilitators and Engineers, creating an collaborative environment for all technicians.
• Support lean activities such as performing 5S in the work area, participating in problem-solving, and process improvement analysis.
• Lead Level 0 problem-solving on process related issues and generate One Point Lesson communications as needed.
• Act as a certified OJT trainer on the team on assigned equipment and process tasks. Train and conduct evaluations on other team members for training qualifications.
• Responsible for assembling, disassembling, and sanitizing various equipment.
• Review process documents such as operational SOPs, forms and batch records for accuracy. Identify and provide suggestions for process improvement while maintaining quality and cGMP compliance as opportunities arise.
• Execute protocols as required as a part of equipment qualification and process validation work. Be flexible and support other work areas within the Team as needed.
• Perform all other assigned duties with minimal supervision under the direction of the process facilitator or designee as needed. Assist technical staff as required with preventive maintenance procedures
• Perform work requirements in a responsible manner, in accordance with SOPs, cGMPs and established safety procedures in accordance with OSHA requirements and guidelines. Knowledge of light material handling equipment. Working knowledge of automated and semi-automated equipment.

Benefits

• Resilience offers employees a robust total rewards program including an annual cash bonus program, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and our benefits package which is thoughtfully designed to support our employees with great healthcare (including medical, dental and vision), family building benefits, life and disability insurance, flexible time off, paid holidays, other paid leaves of absence, tuition reimbursement and support for caregiving needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED