Production Technician 1 (Weigh & Dispense)

Position Overview

Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies, U.S.A., Inc. is seeking a Production Technician (Weigh & Dispense). The schedule for this role 7:00am-7:00pm, a 12-hour rotating day shift with possibility of working a 12-hour night shift. 

Company Overview

We are ‘Advancing tomorrow’s medicines’ and making a real difference to the world in which we live. At FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies, we partner with our clients to deliver recombinant proteins, viral vaccines and gene therapies to patients. As a Contract Development & Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), our focus is to combine technical leadership in cell culture, microbial fermentation and viral vectors with world class GMP manufacturing facilities to advance tomorrow’s medicines. We seek candidates with proven ability to work independently and collaboratively to achieve optimized strategies, and execution programs with the ultimate goal of delivering products that transform the lives of patients.

Job Description

MAJOR ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist senior staff in implementing project safety and quality assurance programs in accordance with SOPs
• Operate general production equipment to include Autoclaves, Analytical Scales, and pH/conductivity meters
• Perform daily cleaning and sanitization of the weight and dispense area and manufacturing
• Perform SAP transactions to include goods issue, receipt, and transfer
• Ensure accurate issuance of materials to process orders and cost centers
• Manage the end-to-end process of material transfers between locations, including the use of barcode systems or keyboard input and the confirmation of transfer orders, adhering to standard operating procedures
• Perform cycle counting and reconciliation of inventory adjustments
• Must be able to work flexible work hours, and be willing to work outside of normal, scheduled hours; as necessary
• Must be able to utilize strong mathematical and computer skills to perform tasks
• Must maintain the confidentiality of proprietary company information
• Possess a basic understanding of Good manufacturing Practices (cGMPs)
• Possess a basic knowledge of the operation of assigned equipment
• Understand safety and operational procedures
• Ability to assist with operations, learn and ask questions
• Ability to follow technical instructions and document them in a good documentation practice fashion
• Ability to work closely and effectively in a team environment.
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced changing environment
• Must have good planning and time management skills and be willing and able to interface with colleagues in many different roles and functions throughout the manufacturing facilities

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED with 0-1 years of cGMP biotechnology production experience OR Equivalent Military training/experience

Preferred Education and Experience Requirements 

• Biowork Certificate
• Experience with SAP and Pas-X
• Experience working in a cleanroom environment with full clean room gowning and good aseptic technique

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 50 lbs

FDBU works with technical data, technology and materials that are subject to U.S. export laws and regulations. This position will require access to technical data, technology and source code that is controlled under U.S. export laws and regulations, including but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations at 22 C.F.R. Parts 120 – 130 and Export Administration Regulations in 15 C.F.R. Part 730 – 774, as may be amended. To conform to these laws and regulations, applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents of the U.S., protected individuals as defined by 8 USC 1324(b)(a)(3) (i.e., asylees and refugees) or otherwise eligible for an export authorization from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce. Offers of employment will be contingent on the Company’s ability to secure an export authorization. FDBU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify or any other protected class.

FDBU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify or any other protected class. If an accommodation to the application process is needed, please e-mail FDBUHR@fujifilm.com.

To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of FUJIFILM about this requisition. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at FUJIFILM via-email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of FUJIFILM, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by FUJIFILM for this requisition and a valid agreement with FUJIFILM is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the FUJIFILM agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.

EEO Information

Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

ADA Information

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department (HR_FDBU@fujifilm.com).