Technician, Operations

Bio Process Operations Technician

Our Manufacturing Operations teams are the people that make our products. We work in the manufacturing plants with a “Safety First, Quality Always” mindset striving for continuous improvement. The Bio Process Operations Technician is responsible for providing shop floor operations and environmental monitoring support to the aseptic manufacturing areas of the facility at the Wilson, NC site. This position includes direct operational support for manufacturing activities such as CIP / SIP, aseptic primary filling, inspection, packaging, and other operations activities as needed.

It also involves executing routine room and equipment disinfection and managing the movement of gowning, disinfectants, and materials to support manufacturing areas. Additionally, the role ensures EHS and GMP compliance is maintained within their area of assignment.

This position is an individual contributor and member of the Operations team within the integrated process team (IPT) for the 2nd Shift Wilson Rota POD IPT. Hours are Monday – Friday 2 pm to 10:30 pm.

• Delivery
  • Execute manufacturing operations, environmental monitoring, and facility disinfection within the Pod vaccine manufacturing facility
  • Set up and operate vaccines formulation, CIP/SIP, aseptic primary filling, packaging, inspection and additional support equipment within qualified parameters
  • Identify potential equipment problems and partner with other Vaccines 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
• Compliance
  • Work safely following identified safety procedures (hazardous work permitting, LOTO, HECPs) and using applicable safety equipment / PPE
  • Execute operations functions in accordance with cGMPs and 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, and assist in investigations, root cause determination, and CAPA implementation
• Cost
  • Ensure startup activities for area of assignment are executed to meet project deliverables and timelines
  • 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
  • Help implement continuous improvement and productivity enhancements within the IPT
• Team
  • 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 the 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; provide and receive constructive feedback in 360° performance reviews

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

• Three or more years in a GMP manufacturing facility (aseptic GMP environment strongly preferred).
• Ability to work independently as a team member.
• Interpersonal skills with ability to influence and support others through a culture of inclusion, feedback, and empowerment.
• Leadership ability, peer training experience, and/or productivity…