Kyowa Kirin North America

Kyowa Kirin North America

Senior Manufacturing Operator

Sanford, NC · Senior

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 34 days ago
AgileERPGMPCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingAdaptabilityOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft OfficeLean Manufacturing

About the role

  • A Japan-based company, our goal is to translate science into smiles by delivering therapies where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization.
  • Summary of Job As a Senior Manufacturing Operator supporting a greenfield biopharmaceutical site focused on rare disease therapies, you will be tasked to start up and execute core manufacturing operations.
  • You will be a role model for Safety and Compliance.

Requirements

  • Experience with relevant Upstream operations, including:
  • Experience with relevant Downstream operations, including:
  • Direct Upstream and Downstream GMP manufacturing experience required.

Nice to have

  • Adhere to operational procedures and master records and follow both written and verbal instructions from supervisors.
  • Maintain accurate records, including batch records, log sheets, and other required documentation.
  • Escalate any and all non-compliance events (perceived or actual) in a timely manner.
  • Ensure compliant and efficient operations throughout commissioning and manufacturing operations by collaborating with Process Engineering, Automation, CQV, Quality, OPEX, and Warehouse teams.
  • Utilize enterprise systems supporting manufacturing operations, including but not limited to ERP, LIMS, MES, PCS, QMS, and BMS.
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field (Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or related discipline) preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree plus a minimum of 4 years of relevant biopharmaceutical manufacturing experience
  • Associate's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant biopharmaceutical manufacturing experience

Skills

  • Knowledge of Agile and Lean Manufacturing principles and Standard Work.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
  • Experience authoring or editing SOPs preferred.
  • Experience with electronic records and PCS software such as DeltaV, Unicorn, Ignition, or similar systems preferred.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical documents.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and operate production equipment.
  • Ability to perform basic math and statistics.
  • Strong written and verbal English communication skills
  • Non-Technical Skills
  • Strong accountability and follow-through on commitments.
  • Adaptability and resilience in a rapidly changing environment.

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