Shift Process Technician

Shift Process Technician (GMP)

Croda is a FTSE
100 organization driven around our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives™. With approximately 6,000 employees across 39 countries, we are focused on the research and development of novel and highly sustainable raw materials for the Life Sciences and Consumer Care sectors.

We are passionate and excited about how we can develop and utilize new technologies to shape and inspire changes within an ever‑growing marketplace. As our business looks to deliver its ambitious strategy of growth, we are looking for a Shift Process Technician to join our Manufacturing Team.

You will be responsible for safely performing all duties associated with the operational aspect of production, including but not limited to the charging of raw materials, the operation of vessels, executing the procedures and techniques associated with bulk organic synthesis, biochemical processing and purification of pharmaceutical products. All work will be performed in compliance with Safety, Health and Environmental guidelines, government regulations, cGMP manufacturing and process procedures.

• Understand and follow established procedures to operate safely, in an environmentally sound manner, and according to cGMP.
• Perform synthesis and purification of pharmaceutical products and fully document work.
• Access electronic communication and procedures regularly (e.g. email, Master Control).
• Assist in troubleshooting, calibrating and performing preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Apply knowledge of personal protective equipment and use.
• Hold others accountable for safety and elevate issues as necessary.
• Perform inventory control of reagents and supplies.
• Complete drum movement training, and perform physical labour associated with movement.
• Maintain an elementary understanding of cGMP and compliance in a manufacturing setting.
• Accurately and timely execute manufacturing SOPs/BPRs.
• Perform facility sanitation and maintenance.
• Sanitize glassware, equipment and fume hoods.
• Replace compressed gas cylinders.
• Complete respirator fitting and training.
• Perform label printing and verification.
• Maintain employee training records.
• Report and address any problems in daily manufacturing.
• Conduct laboratory duties in a cGMP/QMS environment.
• Act as SME for QC/QA investigations.
• Transfer hazardous or nonhazardous waste materials to collection areas for disposal or recycling.
• Prepare and align individual performance goals with department goals.
• Complete company‑required training programs.
• Adhere to all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures for health, safety, and environmental compliance as outlined in the company’s Standard Operating Procedures, Chemical Hygiene Plan, Emergency Contingency Plan, training memoranda, policy memoranda, Safety Data Sheets, Specification Records, etc.
• The job routine works with chemicals, organic solvents and biological samples, and may on occasion require work with caustic chemicals.
• Require the ability to gown and wear safety attire as well as any required protective equipment including safety glasses.
• Meet hygiene and health requirements to comply with a cGMP environment.
• Effectively communicate with cross‑functional teams including QC, R&D, QA and Management.
• Occasionally lift and/or move items up to 50 pounds and manipulate drums (max. weight ≈ 650 pounds) using an appropriate drum handler.

• Bachelor of Science or equivalent unless previous employment experience indicates aptitude; a Bachelor of Science in chemistry, chemical engineering, biology or related field is preferred.
• Ranked one year’s experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing in a cGMP environment (preferred).
• Strong attention to detail.
• High level of integrity and reliability.
• Working knowledge of a Quality Management System in a laboratory environment.
• Intermediate math skills.
• Intermediate mechanical skills required for manipulating manufacturing equipment such as glassware, glass reactors, pressure reactors, balances, Nutsche pressure filters, and gas cylinders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self‑motivated.
• Proficient in basic applications such as Word,…