Filling Technician I - Day Shift Job

Job Description

At Novo Nordisk, we want to make a difference. For more than 95 years, we have led the way in diabetes care. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on life-changing careers, and the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.
Help us bring quality to life. We are currently seeking top talent for our two pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities in Clayton, NC.
Working at our fill/finish facility (DFP)
Make What Matters
Our 457,000 square foot aseptic “fill and finish” manufacturing facility in Clayton, NC, currently employs more than 850 people. The facility is part of a global network of manufacturing sites responsible for several key steps in the diabetes treatment manufacturing process, including sterile formulation, filling, inspection, device assembly and packaging.
Producing medicines is a special responsibility. Our employees are passionate about what they do, knowing that their work makes a difference to millions of people who rely on our products every day. Join us and help make what matters.
Position Purpose:
Filling of insulin and media preparations under aseptic conditions and operation of inspection equipment to achieve production goals.
Accountabilities:

• Work in a safe and environmentally responsible manner
• Operating, monitoring and controlling equipment, systems and processes associated with the Vial/Cartridge filling and inspection lines
• Achieving production goals
• Maintaining aseptic areas and performing sanitizations and environmental monitoring
• Actively participate in and support event response
• Reviewing and authoring SOP’s and other documents as required
• Assist during equipment maintenance including restoration of lost function, predictive and preventative maintenance
• Train fellow employees in areas of expertise, and aggressively learn systems and equipment outside of own expertise
• Recording/reviewing of production data in BPR’s and associated forms
• Other accountabilities as assigned

Required Education:
High school graduate or equivalent
Desired Education:
AAS degree in related field or Bio Work graduate
Required Experience:
Minimum of 1 year experience in a manufacturing industry
Desired Experience:
FDA regulated and Aseptic processing experience
Technical/Process/Functional Knowledge:
Ability to read, write and understand complicated product documentation and standard operating procedures with attention to detail and computer literacy.
Organization/Planning :
Proven expertise in planning/organizing, managing execution, checking results, and revising the work plan in accordance with the daily work plan.
Material Handling:
Demonstrate the ability to perform basic material handling tasks and safely and effectively use material handling equipment.
Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. with assistance
• Ability to work in confined spaces and near operating equipment
• Ability to attain clean room gowning certification and work with hazardous materials including sanitants
• Frequent bending, stooping, and prolonged working overhead
• Ability to work hours necessary to support production
• Ability to stand on feet up to 12 hours or longer, day or night
• Corrected vision to 20/30

Life-Changing Careers with Novo Nordisk
With a local presence for more than 25 years, Novo Nordisk is one of the largest employers in Johnston County, with over 1,200 highly-skilled and dedicated employees working in Clayton and a diverse, global workforce of more than 40,000.
We aspire to operate in a socially responsible way, and we are committed to offering a healthy and engaging workplace.
Our Clayton manufacturing facilities have been honored as a FORTUNE 100 Best Places to Work For 10 years in a row. Other recent employer honors include the ISPE Company of the Year, the Triangle Business Journal Healthiest Employers in the Triangle and the NC Department of Labor 2 Million Hour Safety Award. Approximately 19% of our Clayton employees are veterans, and we offer year-round opportunities to give back to the community.
If you’re looking for a life-changing career with real impact, join our team and help us defeat diabetes, obesity and other chronic diseases.
At this time, Novo Nordisk is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future would require sponsorship for employment visa status.
Novo Nordisk is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
Requisition ID: 60586BR
State/Provinces: Clayton
Job Category: manufacturing