Bio Process Operations Technician

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The Bio Process Operations Technician is responsible for providing shop floor operations and environmental monitoring support to the aseptic manufacturing areas of the manufacturing facility at the Wilson, NC Site. Responsibilities include direct operational support for manufacturing activities such as CIP / SIP, aseptic primary filling, inspection, packaging, and other activities as needed. The role also performs routine room and equipment disinfection, manages the movement of gowning, disinfectants, and materials, and ensures EHS and GMP compliance within the area of assignment.

This position is an individual contributor and member of the Operations team within the integrated process team (IPT). It is scheduled for the 3rd Shift (Wilson Rota POD IPT) from Sunday to Thursday 10 pm to 6:30 am (current hours Sunday‑Thursday 2 pm to 10:30 pm, transitioning to 3rd‑shift hours in May 2026).

• Execute manufacturing operations, environmental monitoring, and facility disinfection within the Pod vaccine manufacturing facility.
• Set up and operate CIP / SIP, aseptic primary filling, packaging, inspection, and additional support equipment within qualified parameters.
• Identify potential equipment problems and partner with other Bio Process Maintenance Technicians to ensure appropriate resolution.
• Demonstrate ability to troubleshoot process, electronic systems and equipment for routine and basic problems.
• Perform other duties as requested by the Operations coach.

• Perform work in a safe manner, following identified safety procedures (hazardous work permitting, LOTO, HECPs) and using applicable safety equipment / protective equipment (PPE).
• Execute operations functions in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Complete documentation in batch records, electronic logs, or other systems in accordance with site procedure.
• Maintain good housekeeping and 5S in assigned work area.
• Adhere to the highest level of data integrity while performing duties.
• Identify potential quality or safety issues. Escalate as per IPT management processes and assist in investigation, root‑cause determination, and CAPA implementation.

• Ensure startup activities for area of assignment are executed such that project deliverables and timelines are met.
• Closely monitor team / process performance and improve reliability through problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Set up and operate equipment in alignment with established training and procedures to ensure reliable operation with minimal delays or discards.
• Identify and help implement continuous improvement and productivity enhancements within the IPT.

• Partner with Technicians and cross‑functional support groups for assigned area to maintain an inclusive and positive work environment.
• Demonstrate a high degree of maturity and personal integrity, strictly adhering to all site policies on personal conduct and attendance.
• Train, develop, and mentor other team members to share experience and best practices.
• Pursue knowledge and skills in assigned area from an operations perspective and share that information readily with team.
• Maintain a culture of continuous improvement / MPS focused on standard work, making problems visible, minimizing waste, reducing process variability, and problem solving.
• Routinely demonstrate leadership and conflict‑resolution ability, providing and receiving constructive feedback in 360° performance review.

• High School diploma or equivalent with previous experience operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and/or repairing industrial equipment is preferred.
• Associate’s degree in Business, Science, or Technology‑based field and/or bio‑pharma focused certificates such as Bioworks is preferred.

• Three or more years in a GMP manufacturing facility (aseptic / cleanroom / sterile fill GMP environment strongly preferred).
• Ability to work independently as a team member.
• Interpersonal skills with…