Manufacturing Lead Technician

Position Summary:

In general the Manufacturing Lead Technician is responsible for overseeing the coordination and operations of the production schedule shift and personnel.

Essential Job Duties:

• Responsible for equipment setup and operation in a biologics processing environment for plasma derived pharmaceuticals.
• Strict adherence to procedures and practices according to FDA regulations.
• Strong emphasis on documentation according to FDA regulations.
• Adhere to departmental corporate safety policies.
• Responsible for facility and equipment cleaning.
• All work is performed in a clean room (sanitized) manufacturing environment.
• Responsible for basic process analysis such as pH refractive index turbidity and conductivity measurements.
• Operates manufacturing equipment such as ultrafiltration (UF) units chromatography columns Clean In Place (CIP) systems Steam In Place (SIP) systems and centrifuges.
• Utilizes touch screen Operator Interface Terminals (OIT).
• Trains entry level personnel.
• Performs more complex and advanced job tasks.
• Assist management in coordinating and scheduling the departments day to day operations.
• Serves in a leadership role in the absence of direct supervision.
• Other duties may be assigned.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS & EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or GED required. Associates degree applicable certification and/or military veterans preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience in a pharmaceutical GMP or FDA regulated environment is required.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate guide train coach and develop department personnel.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of cGMPs FDA regulations and industry guidelines.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Must be proactive results oriented and have strong attention to detail.
• Self-starter with strong work ethic and the ability to exercise good judgment.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks to meet targeted deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with personnel at all levels in a team environment.
• Must be able to read write and speak English.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office (Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint).
• Must be flexible with working hours / shifts in order to accommodate the 24-hour 7 day plant operation.

Occupational Demands:Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with rotating shifts. Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms. Exposure to chemicals electrical manufacturing equipment hand tools and moving machinery. Exposure to high levels of noise and to extreme cold below 32*. Occasional entry into confined spaces requiring kneeling and squatting. Operates forklifts tractors and power equipment. Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear safety shoes gloves and garments. Work is performed standing and walking for 4-6 hours per day. Bending and twisting neck and waist for 4-6 hours per day. Frequent hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast simple movements of the fingers hands and wrists. Ability to make precise coordinated movements of the fingers to grasp and manipulate objects. Frequent foot movement. Frequent moderate lifting and carrying of 15-44lbs. Frequent heavy lifting and carrying of 45lbs. with a maximum lift of 50lbs. Occasionally reaches above and below shoulder height. Hearing acuity essential. Color perception/discrimination depth perception and far vision correctable in one eye to 20/30 and to 20/100 in the other eye. Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken and written words and sentences. Frequently performs simple and routine tasks that vary little each day by following a set of written or oral instructions/procedures.

The estimated starting pay scale for the Manufacturing Lead Technician role based in Los AngelesCA is $34.00-$35.00 per hour. Additionally the position is eligible to participate in up to 5% of the company bonus pool. We offer a wide variety of benefits including but not limited to: Medical Dental Vision PTO up to 5% 401(K) match and tuition reimbursement. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on education experience skillset knowledge where the role is performed internal equity and market data. We are committed to offering our employees opportunities for professional growth and career progression. Grifols is a global healthcare organization with employees in 30 countries focused on patient health and providing impactful results. Since our humble beginnings in 1909 Grifols has been a family company that prides itself on its family-like culture. Our company has more than tripled over the last 10 years and you can grow with us!

*This job description is accurate at the date of publication. It is intended to provide information essential to understanding the scope and general nature of the work performed by job holders within this position. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications skills duties responsibilities or working conditions associated with the duties may be assigned and qualifications required may change over time.

The estimated pay scale forX role based inCalifornia is $X-$X per year per hour. Additionally the position is eligible to participate in up toX% of thecompanybonus pool. We offer a wide variety of benefits including but not limited to: Medical Dental Visionlife insurancePTOpaid holidays andup to 5% 401(K) match and tuition reimbursement. Final compensation packages willultimately dependon education experience skillset knowledge where the role is performed internalequityand market data. We are committed to offering our employees opportunities for professional growth and career progression. Grifols is a global healthcare organization with employees in 30 countries focused on patient health and providing impactful results. Since our humble beginnings in 1909 Grifols has been a family company that prides itself on its family-like culture. Our company has more than tripled over the last 10 years and you can grow with us!

Third Party Agency and Recruiter Notice:

Agencies that present a candidate to Grifols must have an active nonexpired Grifols Agency Master Services Agreement with the Grifols Talent Acquisition Department. Additionally agencies may only submit candidates to positions that they have been engaged to work on by a Grifols Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to a Grifols Recruiter under these terms or they will be considered a Grifols candidate.

Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws including but not limited to the California Fair Chance Act the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

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Location:NORTH AMERICA : USA : CA-Los Angeles:USVALLEY - Valley Bl Mfg Plant - LA CA

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