Senior Manufacturing Technician

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* Job Title:

** Senior Manufacturing Technician
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* Location:

** Northborough, MA## About the Job Join a global network that powers how Sanofi delivers — seamlessly, purposefully, and  Manufacturing & Supply, you’ll help reimagine how life-changing treatments reach people everywhere, faster.

The Packaging group, located at the Northborough Operations Center facility, is responsible for labeling and packaging of final drug product vials as finished product for sale and distribution to U.S., European and International markets in support of a global patient population.  In the process of performing these functions, Packaging interacts with and receives support from the Quality Assurance, Materials Management, Facilities Engineering, Validation, Metrology and Manufacturing Technical Support groups.  

In addition, Packaging interacts with outside contractors, vendors, internal auditors and representatives of various Regulatory agencies.
** About Sanofi:
** We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.
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* Main Responsibilities:

*** The candidate will operate, set-up, changeover and clean various automated and manual packaging equipment in strict accordance with SOP’s, Good Manufacturing Practices and Safety policies/procedures.
* Document production activities in batch records, log sheets, attachments and/or electronic Batch Records.
* Follow operational procedures and both written and verbal instructions from the supervisor.
* Perform manual packaging on an assembly line.
* Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. and move heavy objects (e.g., product vial cages, pallets of packaging materials).
* Ability to stand for 3 hours while operating packaging equipment.
* Identify and communicate process deviations to the supervisor.
* Keep all training up to date and retrain prior to expiration date.
* Work with hazardous materials (e.g., Isopropyl Alcohol, Butanone).
* Work closely with various level manufacturing and support personnel in a dynamic and team oriented environment.
* Routinely and safely handle high value product vials in various stages of packaging completion.
* Use computer based systems for timecards, e-mail and inventory management.
* Performs general maintenance and repair as required on automated and Semi-automated machines used in packaging to ensure optimal operation.
* Reviews, revises and follows operational procedures, follow both written and verbal instructions from the supervisor.
* Periodically check and maintain flammables cabinet, satellite hazardous waste accumulation station.
** About You
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* Basic Qualifications:

*** This is a day time position with occasional weekend work.
* High School Diploma / GED.
* 2-3 years working in a packaging, or equivalent manufacturing environment.
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Demonstrated basic math skills and communication skills.
** Special

Working Conditions:

*** Packaging operations require gowning consisting of hairnet, beard cover, lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, shoe covers and task specific personal protective equipment.
* Packaging operations require retrieval (and subsequent storage) of product vials from a 2-8°C cold room.
* Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
* Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
* Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
* Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.

Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive…