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Novo Nordisk Wash and Sterilization Technician III-FFEx in Clayton, North Carolina
About the Department
You will be joining Fill & Finish Expansions (FFEx), which is responsible for all major expansion activities within aseptic production, solid dosage forms, finished products, fill & finish warehousing, and QC across all production areas in Product Supply. The area is anchored in Product Supply, Quality & IT, which globally employ approx. 20,000 of Novo Nordisk’s 50,000 employees.
FFEx is a newly established and growing area with the responsibility to design, plan, and build all new aseptic filling capacity across Novo Nordisk to serve the needs of millions of patients. We do it by rethinking our production facilities with the use of modern technology, as we are setting the standards for the aseptic production of the future. Facilities designed today which we will still be proud of 20 years from now. FF Expansions has a global approach, where you will be working with multiple sites and cultures across the world.
What we offer you:
• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 12 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards
At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.
The Position
Wash, sterilize, unload & assemble components & equipment in an aseptic environment. Supply Filling & Formulation teams at the right rate, the right time & consistent with business/regulatory needs. Support training for junior team members & demonstrate subject matter expertise in assigned area.
Relationships
Reports to Shift Manager.
Essential Functions
Perform aseptic activities including, but not limited to, processing components, parts & assemblies, troubleshooting equipment, aiding in setup & teardown of equipment
Clean, prepare, wrap, assemble & sterilize production components & parts
Check & adjust mechanical assemblies critical to the accurate & aseptic filling of insulin
Inspect & process components necessary for the formulation of insulin within an aseptic environment
Operate, monitor & control equipment, systems & processes
Achieve production goals
Cross train & become proficient in the setup & operation of all filling operations
Maintain aseptic areas & perform sanitizations & environmental monitoring
Actively participate in & support event response
Review, revise & author SOP’s & other documents as required
Assist during equipment maintenance including restoration of lost function, predictive & preventative maintenance
Record/review production data in BPR & associated forms
Identify & execute process improvements in the assigned area(s)
Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
Other accountabilities, as assigned
Physical Requirements
Moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Routinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using hands. Strap & unstrap pallets using hands. Must be able to be on your feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May require corrected vision to 20/20 or 20/25 based on role. May require color vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous &/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear latex gloves. May perform critical job functions in extremely cold work environments depending on site. May position oneself within confined spaces for inspection if required of the role. Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection. May be required to secure a motorized vehicle license & operate a motorized vehicle based on the role.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in an FDA regulated required (Requirement may be waived with military experience, a BioWorks/BioBlend certification or equivalent from an accredited college)
Successful completion of Wash & Sterilization Technician III Job Qualification Requirements (JQR) & promotion board approval required
Aseptic processing experience preferred
Ability to read, write & understand complicated product documentation & standard operating procedures with attention to detail required
Computer literacy preferred
We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.
At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.
Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.
If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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