Production Technician / Operator Level I

About the role

Kedrion Biopharma Inc. is an international company that collects and fractionates blood plasma to produce and distribute plasma-derived therapeutic products for use in treating and preventing serious diseases, disorders and conditions such as Hemophilia, Primary Immune System Deficiencies and Rh-Sensitization.

As a Manufacturing Technician, you'll be part of the team responsible for the compliant execution of manufacturing processes in a cleanroom environment, strictly following cGMP standards, safety guidelines, and all applicable regulations. You'll gain experience with both manual tasks and advanced automated equipment in the production area.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on execution of manual and automated manufacturing operations. Equipment includes centrifuges, processing tanks set-up and operations, ultrafiltration systems, COP cabinets, CIP stations, and equipment assembly.
• Material handling includes requesting, weighing and addition of chemicals, and suspending solid paste.
• Assisting with unloading/loading and palletizing product.
• Operate a (type) forklift or hand truck, upon training and certification.
• Transport product from/to production/warehouse/cold storage.
• Correct and safe operation of equipment, chemicals, and products.
• Ensure the production area is in the highest state of readiness.
• Participate in continuous improvement teams and implement continuous improvement tools.
• Follow safety/EHS requirements, SOPs, cGMP, work rules and other company policies.
• Perform removal of hazardous waste.
• Perform production area and associated equipment recovery activities such as cleaning rooms, tanks, skids, miscellaneous equipment, etc.
• Ensure all production materials and PPE are present as required.
• Responsible for ensuring that the work area is maintained in a clean and orderly manner in accordance with cGMP and internal requirements.
• May perform other duties as assigned.
• Specific training plan to be provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required. Some college preferred.
• Must be flexible, able to work extended hours (overtime), and alongside multiple departments.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Team player and builder.
• Self-motivator.
• Good math skills and ability to perform calculations per batch record.
• Computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office and e-mail a plus.
• Sufficient technical competence to organize and lead production activities.
• Problem solving skills and results oriented.
• Adaptable to change.
• Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. This position does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Career growth

• Earn up to $50,000 a year ($24/hour) after just 1 year.
• Advance to $63,000 a year ($30+/hour) within 18 months as a Manufacturing Technician II.
• Clear career path with real growth potential.
• On-the-job learning that builds real-world experience.
• Competitive compensation that grows with you.
• More days off — without sacrificing full-time pay.

Schedule

Overnight Role 6pm-6am