Biotech Manufacturing Technician (Wed-Sat)
About the Department: Site New Hampshire, located in West Lebanon, is where Novo Nordisk’s life-saving treatments are brought to life. Our manufacturing facility produces a global supply of hemophilia and growth hormone product lines, as well as our next generation of cutting-edge medications.
Benefits
- Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
- 36 paid days off including vacation, sick days, and company holidays
- Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
- Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
- 14 weeks Paid Parental Leave
- Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
About the Role
Our team of Manufacturing Technicians is looking for a new colleague to join the recovery and purification process of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) for the medicine we produce. The role involves working closely with engineers, scientists, process associates, facilities support, QA, and other stakeholders to improve and simplify processes.
The Manufacturing Technician can expect a dynamic, fast-paced day centered around production activities in a fully gowned, clean manufacturing environment. We seek a team player who is curious, energetic, and engaged, with opportunities to develop production skills through training and experience.
Schedule
This role is based onsite at our West Lebanon, NH bioproduction facility with the following work schedule:
- Week 1: 7AM-7PM Thursday, Friday, Saturday
- Week 2: 7AM-7PM Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
The first 3-4 weeks will be training in our "bootcamp" for Manufacturing Technicians, Monday-Friday 8AM-4:30PM, before transitioning to the Back End Days schedule.
Responsibilities
- Product manufacturing and product manufacturing support activities
- Completion of routine documentation associated with the manufacture of product
- Support in-process activities and product development as instructed by supervisor
- Incorporate pre-planned process improvements and cost reduction programs into manufacturing
- Perform area equipment and process validations in accordance with validation procedures
- Perform in-process product testing in accordance with standard procedures
- Work in cleanroom areas requiring full gowning (hairnet, beard cover, frocks/coveralls, shoe covers, snood, face mask, sterile gloves) and adherence to GMP processes
- Follow cleanroom protocols; prohibited materials include food/drink/gum, jewelry, cosmetics, nail acrylics, perfume/cologne, and personal cell phones
- Support manufacturing activities in other departments as instructed by supervisor
- Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a compliant and ethical manner, adhering to healthcare laws, regulations, and industry codes
- Incorporate the Novo Nordisk Way and 10 Essentials in all activities and interactions
Requirements
- High School diploma or Associate Degree (or equivalent) with a minimum of three (3) years of experience (relevant manufacturing preferred), or
- Bachelor’s Degree in a science discipline with zero (0) years of experience
- Knowledge of cGMP operations is preferable
- Ability to understand and execute established written instructions
Skills
- Team player with curiosity, energy, and a proactive attitude
- Eagerness to learn and a can-do attitude toward collaboration
- Agility in day-to-day tasks and adaptability to changes with a positive mindset
Physical Requirements
- 0-10% overnight travel required
- Ability to climb, balance, stoop, reach, stand, and walk
- Ability to push, lift, grasp, finger, and feel
- Ability to speak, listen, and understand verbal and written communication
- Repetition including substantial movement of wrists, hands, and/or fingers
- Lifting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally
- Visual acuity for reading, writing, and analyzing; determining accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work
- Working environment includes noise, close proximity to moving parts and equipment, and exposure to chemicals, odors, fumes, and dust