Manufacturing Technical Associate 2nd or 3rd Shift

Manufacturing Technical Associate | 2nd or 3rd Shift Onsite in Fall River, MAFull Time2nd Shift 3:00pm – 11:30pm3rd Shift 11:30pm - 7:30am

As a Manufacturing Technical Associate, you will be a critical contributor to the production of respiratory pharmaceutical products, utilizing advanced manufacturing technologies in a highly regulated environment. This position offers the opportunity to apply your expertise in equipment operation, troubleshooting, process execution, and continuous improvement while maintaining strict compliance with quality, safety, and cGMP requirements. If you are a technically skilled professional who enjoys solving complex challenges and driving operational excellence, this role offers an exciting opportunity to grow and make a lasting impact.

• Must be willing to work in a pharmaceutical manufacturing setting, including classified and controlled environments supporting Respiratory Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI) manufacturing.
• Execute manufacturing and packaging processes in accordance with Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), cGMP regulations, safety requirements, and established work instructions.
• Operate, set up, adjust, monitor and troubleshoot MDI manufacturing and packaging equipment, including filling, crimping, propellant charging, leak testing, inspection, and packaging systems.
• Perform routine manufacturing activities while achieving established production, quality, and safety requirements.
• Perform equipment setup, startup, changeovers, line clearances, disassembly, reassembly, and cleaning activities in accordance with approved procedures.
• Troubleshoot routine mechanical, pneumatic, equipment, and process-related issues using established procedures, operating parameters, equipment manuals, and approved work instructions to minimize equipment downtime. (Including but not limited to: adjusting machine settings to maintain established operating parameters; clearing equipment jams, blockages, and material flow interruptions; performing equipment resets and startup recovery following alarms or process interruptions; troubleshooting filling, crimping, leak-testing, inspection, and packaging equipment performance issues.)
• Assisting with the investigation of recurring equipment issues and escalating complex electrical, automation, engineering, validation, or maintenance concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Monitor equipment performance and communicate opportunities for operational improvements to management.
• Prepare rooms and equipment for manufacturing operations, including verification of calibration status, pressure differentials, environmental conditions, and equipment readiness.
• Ensure line clearance requirements are completed and documented before initiating manufacturing activities.
• Receive, transfer, verify, and reconcile manufacturing materials according to approved procedures and batch documentation.
• Complete production and equipment documentation accurately, legibly, and contemporaneously in compliance with cGMP requirements.
• Participate in troubleshooting activities, investigations, corrective action implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned.
• Assist with equipment qualification, validation, and commissioning activities as directed by management, Engineering, Validation, or Quality personnel.
• Assist with training and onboarding of manufacturing personnel on established equipment operation, setup procedures, and departmental practices.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards throughout all stages of manufacturing and packaging operations.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow respiratory manufacturing containment and safety requirements.
• Perform duties through the safe use of equipment according to Health & Safety procedures and equipment manuals.
• Flexible to work extended hours to meet manufacturing schedules when required.
• Maintain discipline and comply with company policies and procedures.
• Participate in safety-related programs, committees, and initiatives.
• Enforce and follow safety regulations and ensure work areas remain clean and inspection ready.
• Adhere to company’s Safety, Health, and Environmental policies.
• Work under general supervision while performing assigned responsibilities independently within established procedures and approved operating parameters.
• Other duties as assigned by Manufacturing Management.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Technology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Manufacturing Technology, or a related scientific or technical discipline.
• Minimum seven (7+) years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, respiratory manufacturing, medical device manufacturing, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated experience operating, setting up, troubleshooting, adjusting, and performing minor repairs on automated manufacturing equipment.
• Experience performing equipment changeovers, startup activities, line clearances, and production…