Manufacturing Associate I

Job Title: Manufacturing Associate I
Job Location: Northborough, MA
Job Duration: 12 Months (Possible Extension)


Pay range: $25 - $27/hr. on W2
 
HM Notes:
Local Candidates only (within a commutable distance) Reference will be requested for finalist’s Ideal candidate would be open to some over time (during the week); only during Launches, we normally ask if they are available. *No earlier then 6am and if available, that’s not guaranteed.
 
Normal shift is 7-3:30 pm any extra hours are bonus. 1st Shift


*Must Have Skills :
• Min HS Diploma Attendance is essential Reliable Transportation
• Minimum 2-4 years working in a packaging, or equivalent manufacturing environment - must be within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Mechanical skills – knowledge of tools
• Computer skills – MS excel and word experience
• GMP experience
• Demonstrated math skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Role will have some exposure to IPA Isopropyl alcohol.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds ability to move heavy objects, will require moving cages and pallets.
 
Department Description:

• The Packaging group, located at the Northborough Operations Center facility, is responsible for labeling and packaging of final drug product vials as finished product for sale and distribution to U.S., European and International markets in support of a global patient population.
• In the process of performing these functions, Packaging interacts with and receives support from the Quality Assurance, Materials Management, Facilities Engineering, Validation, Metrology and Manufacturing Technical Support groups. In addition, Packaging interacts with outside contractors, vendors, internal auditors and representatives of various Regulatory agencies.

Position Overview with Key Responsibilities:

• The candidate will interact with auto/manual equipment, set-up, changeover and clean various automated and manual packaging equipment in strict accordance with SOP’s, Good Manufacturing Practices and Safety policies/procedures.
• Document production activities in batch records, log sheets, attachments and/or electronic Batch Records. Maintain sufficient inventory of packaging materials.
• Follow operational procedures and both written and verbal instructions from the supervisor/Manager. Perform manual packaging on an assembly line.
• It is an ability to lift up to 35 lbs. and move heavy objects (e.g., product vial cages, pallets of packaging materials). Ability to stand for 3 hours while manual packaging.
• Identify and communicate process deviations to the supervisor.
  Keep all training up to date and retrain prior to expiration date.
• Work with hazardous materials (e.g., Isopropyl Alcohol, Butanone).
• Work closely with various level manufacturing and support personnel in a dynamic and team-oriented environment.
• Routinely and safely handle high value product vials in various stages of packaging completion.
• Use computer-based systems for data collection, data analysis, timecards, e-mail and inventory management. Follow both written and verbal instructions from the supervisor/Manager.
• Periodically check and maintain flammables cabinet, satellite hazardous waste accumulation station.
• Optimizes automated packaging equipment for performance.
  This is a daytime position with occasional weekend work.

 
Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma / GED required
• 2-10 years working in Packaging and Good Documentation Practices Environment.
• Demonstrated basic math skills and communication skills.

Basic mechanical skills:

• Experience using Word and Excel as well as ERP systems.
• Minimum 2+ years working in a packaging, or equivalent manufacturing environment.

 
Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum 6 years working in a packaging, or equivalent manufacturing environment.
• Special Working Conditions Packaging operations require gowning consisting of hairnet, beard cover, lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, shoe covers and task specific personal protective equipment.
• Packaging operations require retrieval (and subsequent storage) of product vials from a 2- 8°C cold room.
• Individual will deliver the occupational health services needed to meet or exceed regulatory compliance and company guidelines. The right candidate will be instrumental in implementing and delivering occupational health programs to employees in order to achieve a healthy and safe work environment.