Production Lead, Sun-Wed (AM)

Company Name

Novartis

Summary

Onsite

This role is located on-site in Millburn, NJ. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role. Please only apply if the location is accessible for you.

The Production Lead is responsible for the daily operations, specifically to direct, manage operations related to the Production Unit to produce and deliver product with high quality, in a compliant, efficient, and cost-effective manner while safety is maintained.

About The Role

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure batches are executed and records all applicable data in compliance with cGMP expectations.
• Author and review Standard Operating Procedures that pertain to Production-related activities.
• Engage with Production Management and Process Experts to identify and implement process improvements within areas of expertise.
• Maintain an “audit ready” module. Assist with internal pre-audits walkthroughs, cGMP housekeeping and general organization and upkeep of manufacturing spaces.
• Assist Production Manager with communication of job-related information during daily meetings and organize the team for daily activities.
• Supervise training to ensure new hires have necessary technical skills and knowledge.
• Adhere to all SOPs, cGMPs, and safety rules and regulations.
• Ensure associates are demonstrating proper aseptic behaviors and Good Documentation Practices on the Shop Floor. Provides innovative solutions to complex or process improvement issues.
• Support investigations and impact assessments for deviations.
• A self-motivated individual with a strong sense of ownership and discipline.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) is preferred; If the applicant does not have a degree, 2 additional years of experience in pharmaceutical cGMP or aseptic environment is required beyond the below years.
• 3+ years of relevant pharmaceutical experience.
• 1+ years of experience on shop floor.

Or

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) is preferred; If the applicant does not have a degree, 2 additional years of experience in pharmaceutical cGMP or aseptic environment is required beyond the below years.
• 2+ years of Novartis RLT manufacturing experience.

And

• Strong interpersonal, written, communication skills along with problem solving and follow-up skills are required.
• Must be well organized, flexible and work with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of cGMP regulations and FDA guidance applicable to aseptic manufacturing.
• Ability to lift or carry up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to gown aseptically and work in a clean room environment (Grade C) area for extended periods of time is required.
• Near vision performance should be the equivalent of 20/20 with no impairment of color vision. The use of corrective lenses to achieve the desired visual acuity is permitted.

Desirable Requirements

• Previous Radio pharma experience a plus.

Shift:

This role is 12-Hour Shifts, alternating Wednesday’s.

Novartis Compensation And Benefit Summary

The salary for this position is expected to range between $37.02 and $68.75 per hour.

The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.

Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.

US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

Company Will Not Sponsor Visas For This Position.

Why Novartis:

Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

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EEO Statement

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Accessibility & Reasonable Accommodations

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