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Clean Room Technician, Pharma - 2nd Shift

2nd Shift; Monday-Thursday 4x10-hour shifts 1pm-11:30pm (shift premium provided). Initial training will take place on 1st Shift. 

How this position makes a difference:

This position operates production equipment, to include non-sterile filling machines, and packaging and labeling machines. Position is responsible to supply assigned positions with materials/items to complete work and according to standard operating procedures. Position is also responsible to clean equipment, production areas, and inspect parts/items following prescribed procedures. Provides troubleshooting on basic issues and may assist in providing training.  

Your responsibilities:

• Operates all assigned equipment appropriately and per established methods and procedures, to include set up, operation and cleaning of equipment and parts, confirming configurations are correct, checking for leaks or other abnormalities or anomalies, ensuring proper communication of any issues or problems immediately, complete operational documentation per SOP, and tagging/palletizing/placement of all returned and rejected items as needed and required.  
• Completes and reviews area production documentation and verifies all documented entries are accurate, recorded in real time, and signed as completed.  
• Maintains open lines of communication with management, informing management of production updates to include deviations and corrective measures.  
• Exchanges work status information within department, management and co-workers.  
• Maintains a clean environment/work area by using appropriate cleaning solutions and prescribed methods and schedules.  
• Ensures designated equipment/tools are cleaned and sanitized appropriately per established methods and schedules.  
• Cleans and sanitizes required glassware by loading glassware into washer, to include completing wash documentation per SOP.  
• Handles raw materials and components appropriately and according to prescribed methods and procedures, to include procurement of raw material, weighing of materials, verification using label that material is released for production purposes, determining amount of raw material required as per batch documentation, dispensing raw material in appropriate environment, formulating solution by mixing dispensed materials, obtaining appropriate components per documentation and handling per SOPs, completing MRT for rejected/returned materials.  
• Maintains Aseptic Process Area sterile gowning qualifications.  
• Responds to equipment alarms or malfunctions immediately by identifying alarm conditions and communicating conditions to subject matter experts.  
• Assists co-workers in the production of finished product in accordance to time limits outlined in SOP’s and/or manufacturing instructions.   
• Receives and ships all plant uniforms and scrub uniforms for cleaning.  
• Receives and stocks all garments and supplies for clean rooms and sterile core. Prepares all garments to be shipped and sterilized.  
• Assists with special projects as required or requested.  
• Promotes a safe and harmonious work environment.   
• Maintains compliance with SOPs, GMPs, and all company policies.  
• Other duties as assigned or required.     

You bring these qualities:

• Associate or Bachelors Degree from a regionally accredited institution; one or more years previous work experience in a hospital or manufacturing environment or doing clean room filling preferred  
• Experience working in a production environment, ideally in a clean room setting  
• Basic mechanical skills related to operation of equipment  
• Knowledge and skill in operating various specialized equipment, such as filling, wash, and sanitizing equipment  
• Knowledge of clean room procedures, preferred but not required  
• Knowledge of and compliance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) regulations, preferred but not required  
• Knowledge of general computer functions such as Microsoft Office programs, spreadsheets, etc.   
• Skill in handling several projects or tasks at the same time, or within a given time frame   
• Advanced Problem Safety Sensitivity; the ability to recognize a safety issue or potential safety issue   
• Skill to use time management techniques in personal daily tasks and that of others   
• Skill in attention to detail and focus on quality, accuracy, sterility, and aseptic technique  
• Skill in communicating with coworkers, management team members, and other individuals in a courteous and professional manner   
• Skill in math with an understanding of measurements and conversions  
• Skill in recognizing deviations from procedures and anomalies, and immediately communicating   
• Ability to apply critical thinking   
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all internal and external information and processes  
• Ability to follow personal hygiene standards/procedures according to SOP  
• Ability to wear protective attire as required and don gowning materials in correct order per SOP  
• Ability to follow all appropriate SOPs and safety procedures per company guidelines   
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists  
• Ability to be flexible in work hours   
• Ability to provide motivational support   
• Ability to maintain a professional, positive attitude at all times   
• Ability to trust, develop, maintain, and strengthen partnerships with others inside the organization who can provide information, assistance, and support   
• Ability to lead by example   
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment   
• Ability to complete assigned tasks  
• Ability to take initiative, including asking for and offering help when needed; performs work independently without being prompted  
• Ability to prioritize and plan work activities; manages time effectively and adapts quickly to changing priorities  
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and organize resources to ensure work is completed on time and in accordance with established policies and procedures  
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and work in a team environment    

Physical Dimensions:

• Seeing: Must be able to read reports and use computer 75•100% of time
• Hearing: Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with coworkers 75-100% of time
• Standing/Walking/Mobility: Must be able to stand to open files and operate office equipment; mobility between departments and attend meetings of coworkers and management 75•100% of time
• Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: Must be able to climb, stoop, or kneel to perform routine tasks within the scope of job 50-74% of time
• Lifting up to SO lbs./ Pulling/Pushing within the scope of job 25· 49% of time
• Touching/Grasping/Feeling: Must be able to write, type, and use office equipment; along with handling material and equipment 75-100% of time

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. 

About Us: https://www.steri-pharma.com

Notice of Employee Rights, Protections, and Obligations under Labor Law Section 740: https://dol.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2022/02/ls7401.pdf

EEOC 'Know Your Rights' Poster: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf

Employee Rights Under the Polygraph Protection Act: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/eppac.pdf

Our growth is real and we’re looking for the best of the best who are committed to making a difference. We want people who are enthusiastic, rigorous, collaborative, and confident in teams. Above all, we want people who share our fundamental core values - quality, reliability, meeting customer needs, integrity, respect for each other, and collaboration.

Our employees enjoy a wide array of benefits designed to provide safety and security for themselves and their families. We are proud of the benefit programs we provide, including:

Exceptional healthcare insurance; over 80% of premiums employer-paid

100% match of first 4% 401k plan and immediate vesting

Generous time-off plan (because family is important), up to 5 weeks to start (vacay + sick + holiday)

Many fun events throughout the year!