Lead Manufacturing Bulk Technician

Overview

At Pacira, innovation meets purpose.

Pacira Bio Sciences, Inc. is a pioneer in non-opioid pain management and regenerative health solutions. Today, we’re building on that legacy with next-generation innovations for chronic, postsurgical, and musculoskeletal pain. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to helping patients recover faster. We are redefining what’s possible in pain management—and we can’t do it without talented people like you.

At Pacira, every career is more than a job. Our mission drives us, and every day, we challenge ourselves to achieve the extraordinary. Integrity is at the core of who we are. We value diverse perspectives and the collective strength of a unified team. Join the team in making better possible for patients everywhere.

This role leads daily activities and performs manufacturing tasks and operations at an advanced level for bulking and weigh and dispense operations required in the preparation and sterile production of liquid injectable, sustained-release pharmaceutical products under cGMP regulations and aseptic cleanroom conditions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned:

• Work directly with supervisor to coordinate daily activities for process and personnel.
• Maintain scheduling timeline while adhering to GMP and SOP guidelines.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Transact materials in ESI to maintain accurate inventory levels.
• Perform routine inventory cycle counts.
• Maintain production areas and records - OEE spreadsheets, Manufacturing Tracker Spreadsheets and Shift Pass downs.
• The required tasks and areas of assignment include: CIP, SIP, and solution prep, set-up and preparation of the area for bulk manufacturing, perform GMP area cleaning, utilize the automated control systems, and other routine tasks.
• Perform Weigh and Dispense Operations utilizing protocols and SOPs by weighing the required quantity for each material according to the Manufacturing Batch Record (M ).
• Use computer system and weighing balance equipment.
• Understand critical process parameters and steps of activities sufficiently to act as a trainer for new employees.
• Complete GMP documentation (Batch Records, Forms, Charts, Data Entry).
• Read, comprehend, and adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Participate in the development and production of pipeline products.
• Author or assist in drafting and revising departmental procedures and practices.
• Identify and communicate floor observations to supervisory staff.
• Maintain a high level of proficiency with process equipment and automated control systems with the ability to troubleshoot, elevate issues, and determine corrections.
• Provide guidance to less experienced operators on gowning, interventions, and aseptic manipulations, and maintain aseptic gown qualifications and APS participation.
• Assist in maintaining the production areas and records in a cGMP state.
• Adhere to all EH&S policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Supervisory Responsibilities / Interactions:

This role has no direct supervisor responsibilities.

Qualifications, Education, and

Experience:

• 5 years of industry experience in the pharmaceutical or closely related industry required.
• A high school diploma/GED is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Organizational skills and an ability to perform assignments with a high degree of independence.
• The ability and willingness to work as a member of a team, good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with minimal direct supervision and be self-driven to meet the schedule.
• Must have good attention to detail, documentation skills, and the ability to follow written procedures in a GMP environment.
• Must possess strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task.
• Must understand and be proficient with basic arithmetic calculations, including calculating elapsed time and ratio calculations.
• Computer proficiency, including knowledge…