Manufacturing Technician

A brief overview

The Manufacturing Technician performs an integral role as part of the Production team at Bachem. This role is responsible for contributing to the safe and economic manufacture of active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) products, such as peptide or related bioorganic compounds, as a member of a production team. As a Production Technician, you will be producing APIs from gram to multiple kg scale. The majority of responsibilities will include routine equipment setup for synthesis and downstream, the operation of manufacturing equipment, organizing and cleaning work area such as workbenches, tools, instruments, and equipment, material handling, performing CIP? (IPC?), housekeeping in general and keeping track of batch documentation according to cGMP regulations.

What you will do

• Manufacturing of active pharmaceutical products (APIs) by performing all stages of the process, such as the synthesis, cleavage, and purification
• Carry out the necessary preparative steps self-dependent according to directions/instructions given by supervisor
• Follow written procedures (e.g. SOP, BPR) and comply with cGMP guidelines
• Perform proper documentation following cGMP guidelines
• Set up, clean, operate, and maintain equipment used for manufacturing
• Adhere to manufacturing schedules and timelines
• Make safe, efficient, and conscious use of instruments, raw materials, products and other resources
• Ensure manufacturing and personnel safety and security in the workplace
• Propose and implement technical improvements
• Be a team player and be highly flexible
• Maintain professional relationships with supervisors, direct reports, employees, suppliers and appropriate others.
• Ethical representation of the company in all activities
• Oversight of all compliance matters within the department

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 2 years' relevant experience required
• Previous experience in GMP manufacturing environment such as Pharmaceutical, Food & Beverages, Dairy, Vitamins, Cosmetics, or medical devices preferred
• Knowledgeable and no fear of contact with any kind of technical equipment preferred
• Proficient with GMP requirements and documentation preferred
• Proficient with entering and/or recording information in written or electronic form according to GMP regulations preferred
• Ability to comprehend GMP standard and quality control measures. Ability to read, understand, follow written procedures (SOPs & BPRs) and instructions provided by the immediate supervisor
• Strong work ethic and the ability to handle multiple tasks
• Capable of working methodically and accordingly adhering to rules and regulations
• Flexibility and availability for shift work. Flexibility of working hours based on business needs, may include some nights and occasional weekends
• Great oral communication and writing skills. Communicate effectively with the ability to function well in a team environment. Ability to communicate in a proactive and solution-focused manner, including keeping management aware of potential issues
• Basic computer knowledge, including Microsoft Office
• Ability to effectively organize, and work in a fast-paced, deadline driven work environment
• Detail oriented with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems
• Ability to work independently and manage one’s time