SourceAbled is seeking Bioprocess Technician candidates for a direct hire opportunity with our major pharmaceutical client Pfizer; located on-site in Sanford, NC. This role includes full benefits with exceptional opportunities for growth and advancement.

 This position is being offered by SourceAbled, in partnership with Pfizer, as part of a disability & neurodiversity program which is designed to provide a more inclusive and supportive hiring process and work environment for job seekers with disabilities and/or neurodivergence, which includes, but is not limited to autism, ADD/ADHD, PTSD, OCD, Anxiety Disorder, Dyslexia, Bipolar, and Tourette's Syndrome** 

 

ROLE SUMMARY

 

The Bioprocess Technician IV drives the execution of Commercial, Clinical, and/or Development production according to Standard Operating Procedures and Production Schedule.  The Bioprocess Technician IV will work on interdisciplinary teams, to define and implement process improvements, and participate in process troubleshooting.

 

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Executes manufacturing operations on the production floor for buffer/media make-up tanks, glass washers, autoclaves, bioreactors / fermenters, drug product filling, filtration equipment, inoculum preparation, chromatography skids and/or UF/DF skids with varying levels of automation.

• Follow SOPs and batch records for unit operations

• Supports operation of manufacturing equipment and issue resolution associated with process equipment commissioning, qualification and validation. 

• Drives troubleshooting, technical support/analysis and resolution of equipment, automation, and process issues on the manufacturing floor.

• Drives for Right first time and continuous improvement execution, the timely review of daily documentation and completes data entry; Identify and/or Communicate process and compliance concerns in real time.

• Supports audits and observation improvements.

• Collaborates with the Subject Matter Expert for manufacturing operations in support of QTS investigations and CAPA implementations.

• Responsible for remaining current on assigned training.

• Implements Lean Manufacturing, Sustainability, Operational Excellence initiatives; facilitate the drive towards continuous improvement in all manufacturing areas.

• Collaborates in the escalation process through various levels of management when operations, personnel safety, equipment functionality, product supply and/or quality compliance are at risk.

• Ensures work requests are generated when issues arise with facility / manufacturing equipment.

• Proficient in enterprise systems to support manufacturing operations including but not limited to, SAP, LIMS, AMPS, PDOCS and/or QTS.

• Ensure and participates in performance of cleaning, inventory, and maintaining facility in a safe and GMP compliant manner.

 

 QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma and 4 years of work experience required.

• Associate plus 2 years of work experience

• Bachelors plus 0 years of work experience preferred

 

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Requires the moving of heavy equipment and the ability to lift ~40 pounds.

• Moderate repetitive standing, sitting, bending, and ladder climbing on a daily basis.

• The incumbent needs to take the necessary safety precautions when working with pressurized systems, steam, and corrosive chemicals.

• The incumbent is required to attain proficient knowledge of the operational equipment.

• The incumbent will be required to assist in solving problems regarding site assessment, specific units used in Biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

• The incumbent must be able to follow SOPs, MBRs and be proficient in a multitude of enterprise systems including SAP, Delta-V, etc.

 

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Rotational shift work between days and nights on a monthly basis

 

OTHER JOB DETAILS

• Last day to apply: 1/24/23

• Employee Referral Bonus eligible

 

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

 

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

 

Pfizer requires all U.S. new hires to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to the first date of employment.  As required by applicable law, Pfizer will consider requests for Reasonable Accommodations.

 

It is the policy of Rangam Consultants, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to any legally protected status such as race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

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SourceAbled, a proprietary workforce solution powered by Rangam, goes beyond a traditional job placement program. It provides a collaborative, holistic solution implemented to develop an inclusionary program and a culture of belonging by matching Fortune 500 companies with neurodivergent talent seeking to build and sustain successful and fulfilling careers. SourceAbled connects individuals with autism, neurodivergence, physical disability, and a wide range of cognitive differences such as ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia, and dyscalculia to apply for jobs with employers in the USA, UK, Ireland, and India, who are actively seeking talents with disabilities. SourceAbled facilitates the coordination and management of diverse hiring programs, with a consultative approach, including training, and brings them to life through digitizing the experience of attracting, onboarding, supporting, and retaining qualified employees with autism and disabilities. The program uses an end-to-end, tech-enabled hiring program to build a connected inclusive community in the workplace for neurodivergent talent. It is designed to attract and place qualified job seekers as businesses look to establish, build, and maintain their disability inclusion practices and establish and nurture a culture of inclusion.