Manufacturing Operator I​/II; 2nd shift

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 14weeks 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.

Operate manufacturing equipment to achieve production goals. 2nd shift (4pm - 2:30am). 2nd shift will include a 10% shift differential**

Reports to Shift Manager.

• Setup, operate, monitor & control equipment, systems & processes
• Clean & sanitize manufacturing, filling & packaging rooms & equipment per SOPs
• Execute production schedule to achieve production goals
• Handle labeling & components correctly; transferring, counting, FIFO, returns, etc
• Participate actively in & support event response
• Read & follow SOPs, job instructions & other documents to ensure compliance
• Identify, report & resolve quality issues
• Assist during equipment maintenance, including restoration of lost function, predictive & preventative maintenance
• Record/review production data in BPR & associated forms
• Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Other duties as assigned

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.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• Associate’s Degree or Bioworks Certification preferred
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in pharmaceutical solid dose manufacturing or other FDA regulated industry preferred
• Ability to read, write & understand complicated product documentation & standard operating procedures with attention to detail required
• Computer literacy including use of Microsoft Office suite programs required
• Basic mechanical skills preferred

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

We’re not your typical healthcare company. In a modern world of quick fixes, we focus on solutions to defeat serious chronic diseases and promote long-term health. Our unordinary mindset is at the heart of everything we do. We seek out new ideas and put people first as we push the boundaries of science, make healthcare more accessible, and treat, prevent, and even cure diseases that affect millions of lives.

Because it takes an unordinary approach to drive real, lasting change in health.

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.

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