Alkermes

Manufacturing Associate I-OSD Nights


PayCompetitive
LocationWilmington/Ohio
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 13516

      The hours for this position would be 9:30 pm to 8:00 am, Monday through Thursday nights.

      Position Summary:

      This entry-level position involves working with a small team in a GMP environment to manufacture commercial and/or clinical-scale batches.

      Essential Functions:

      The essential functions of this position include:

      • Production, bulk packaging, and inspection of pharmaceutical drug formulations
      • Assisting with facility cleaning and operational maintenance
      • Cleaning all manufacturing equipment and areas
      • Assisting with facility and process validations as required
      • Assisting with environmental and water system monitoring as required
      • Assisting with RCRA and safety inspections as required
      • Documenting all work as required by cGMPs and GDPs on a timely basis
      • Reading and following all Company SOPs and guidelines
      • Abiding by all safety requirements as defined by the company
      • Completing other tasks as assigned by supervision

      Preferred Qualifications:

      • Basic knowledge of the Scientific Method
      • Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages
      • Basic knowledge of and adherence to current GMPs and GDPs
      • Basic knowledge of chemistry and biology
      • Basic knowledge of HAZCOM, RCRA, and other Safety requirements
      • Basic level of mechanical aptitude
      • Good documentation skills
      • Ability to learn how to operate all types of production equipment (i.e. Blenders, HMIs, Tablet presses, Coaters, Wash off lines, Comils, etc.)
      • Ability to read, understand, and accurately follow company SOPs and guidelines
      • Basic knowledge of computer systems (Microsoft Suite, SAP, Veeva Vault, LMS)
      • Understanding and comprehension of Master Batch Records
      • Detail-oriented
      • Willingness to learn new tasks and skills
      • Ability to work well in a team environment
      • Ability to respond quickly and execute assignments
      • Willingness to readily adapt to changing job duties
      • Positive attitude
      • Understanding of and promotion of company and customer objectives
      • Ability to follow all procedures to ensure a high-quality product

      Education and Experience:

      Manufacturing Associate I

      Basic Qualifications:

      • High School diploma or equivalent

      Preferred Qualifications:

      • 0-1 years of experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing operation, preferably in OSD
      • A bachelor's degree is preferred; other relevant work experience, education, and training will be considered.

      Manufacturing Associate II

      Basic Qualifications

      • High School diploma or equivalent
      • 1-3 years of experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing operation.

      Preferred Qualifications

      • 1+ year experience in OSD Manufacturing
      • Associate degree or higher in a science/technical discipline
      • Other relative work experience, education, and training will be considered

      Manufacturing Associate III

      Basic Qualifications

      • High School diploma or equivalent
      • 4-5 years of experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing operation.

      Preferred Qualifications

      • 2-3 year experience in OSD Manufacturing
      • Associate degree or higher in a science/technical discipline
      • Other relative work experience, education, and training will be considered

      Working Conditions:

      Available for any shift with the possibility for overtime (as necessary)

      Physical Requirements:

      • Ability to push and/or pull equipment or product using a pallet jack
      • Ability to lift/move 40 lbs. overhead.
      • Ability to properly gown and don PAPR for potent controlled substance formulations for extended periods of time
      • Must be able to be medically cleared for respirator use (PAPR)
      • Ability to operate different types of production equipment.
      • Ability to gown correctly for clean room manufacturing operations.
      • Ability to stand or sit for extended periods (up to 4 hours at a time).
      • Must be able to work in an office and a manufacturing environment.
  • About the company

      Alkermes plc is a fully integrated, global biopharmaceutical company developing innovative medicines in the fields of neuroscience and oncology.