Production Lead Technician - Nights

Company Name

AstraZeneca

Job Description

Our Frederick Manufacturing Center (FMC) creates life-changing medicines for people around the world and has been recognized by our local community as being a Top 50’ Business in Frederick and awarded Frederick County’s ‘Best Place to Work’. This distinctive biologic manufacturing facility, with over 800 employees, makes a direct contribution to treating people with cancer, respiratory and autoimmune conditions across the globe. We work hard to deliver life-changing medicines to patients, and we take time to have fun and celebrate our accomplishments. From catered site festivities to competitive events, community outreach activities, environmental and wellness showcases and team-building functions, we take time to recognize our achievements and celebrate our diversity. We are dedicated to creating a culture of inclusion and collaboration and are committed to continuous learning by offering ongoing skill building and training for our staff. Fueled by our aspiration to deliver accelerated growth for our company and to make people’s lives better, there’s never been a more exciting time to join the team and shape the future of AstraZeneca Operations.

Join our dynamic team as a Production Lead Technician, where you will train, support, operate equipment, and assign daily tasks to production technicians involved in the manufacturing of biological-based products. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation and continuous improvement of our production processes.

Accountabilities

• Assign and communicate daily tasks to Production Technicians through the Tier process.
• Complete manufacturing documentation per approved procedures; review for completeness and accuracy within established timelines.
• Operate processing equipment according to established SOPs, MPRs, and SPRs in compliance with cGMPs. Operations include solution preparation, cell culture, purification & formulation, and supporting activities.
• Serve as a qualified on-the-floor trainer.
• Be qualified in all processes within functional areas.
• Provide indirect supervision of Production Technicians.
• Contribute to annual performance evaluations of production technicians as applicable.
• Proactively investigate and resolve problems.
• Communicate clearly and concisely with Process Leads and Supervisors to resolve advanced issues on the floor.
• Complete SOP revisions.
• Lead level zero problem-solving initiatives.
• Manage deviations as needed.
• Support process improvements and new equipment introductions as needed.
• Lead inventory reconciliation processes in respective functional areas.
• Demonstrate expert equipment/process knowledge to diagnose issues and participate in first-line troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Suggest innovative solutions to non-routine events on the floor.
• Lead indirect processing activities in support of manufacturing operations.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build rapport with the team to effectively lead day-to-day floor operations.
• Adhere to AstraZeneca values and behaviors.
• Perform other duties as assigned or identified.

Essential Skills/Experience

• 3-4 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree, over 4 years with an Associate's degree, or over 5 years with a High School Diploma.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively on assigned tasks.
• Effective communication, training, mentoring skills, and team leadership on day-to-day task completion.
• Ability to follow cGMP standards.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Substantial prior experience with aseptic/cGMP standards.
• Substantial prior experience in a bioprocessing work environment/systems/equipment operation.

Desirable Skills/Experience

• BS/BA degree preferred.
• Degree in a STEM field.

At AstraZeneca, we champion a mindset of excellence. We are driven by the belief that good can always be better, constantly seeking opportunities to add value. Our commitment to harnessing science and evidence allows us to foresee risks and innovate continuously, ensuring we improve outcomes for patients. Here, you will find an environment that empowers you to step up, make decisions based on scientific backing, and work collaboratively to achieve our ambitious goals.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and join us in our mission to improve patient outcomes!

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $60,543.20 to $90,814.80 Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Date Posted

28-Jul-2025

Closing Date

Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.