Manufacturing Technician (Environmental Support)
Overview
Join FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies in our new facility location - Thousand Oaks, California! Manufacturing Technician (Environmental Support) will report directly to the Senior Manager Manufacturing at the FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies California (FDBC) location.
External US
The work we do at FDB has never been more important—and we are looking for talented candidates to join us. We are growing our locations, our capabilities, and our teams, and looking for passionate, mission-driven people like you who want to make a real difference in people’s lives. Join our new FDB facility in Thousand Oaks, CA and help manufacture the next cell therapy in partnership with some of the most innovative biopharma companies across the globe. We are proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your passion, energy and drive - what we call Genki.
Job Description
The Environmental Support Technician works as part of the manufacturing team to deliver high quality therapeutics. This position contributes to the successful delivery of released product in support of clinical and commercial processes.
Primary Responsibilities
Perform the cleaning/sanitization of the manufacturing areas and equipment in accordance with all Company procedures. This requires the application of various disinfectants to floors, ceilings, walls, and equipment with use of proper cleaning equipment such as mops, wipes and associated tools
Execute cleanings compliantly and safely without negative impact to the production schedule. This requires general agility to clean in difficult/hard to reach spaces
Ability to achieve and maintain gowning qualifications as well as perform work in an aseptic environment
This position will work in both an office and a manufacturing setting. When in the manufacturing area, staff may be exposed to various chemicals and biohazards. Additionally, there is potential for equipment hazards, strong odors, and other detergents/sanitizers
Assist the team with maintaining an up-to-date working inventory for the equipment/supplies.
Perform various 'housekeeping' activities. (i.e., keeping work areas clean, cleaning of equipment)
Document and review appropriate paperwork, daily logs, and documentation per Good Documentation Practices
Participate in a detailed training program and develop training plan
Maintain inventory of equipment and supplies
Assist in the evaluation of the current cleaning procedures/equipment and recommend changes to optimize the cleaning program
Routine maintenance and cleaning of rooms and equipment
Identifies and implements continuous improvements
Perform tasks in a manner consistent with the safety policies, quality systems, and GMP requirements
Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures
Essential Physical Requirements:
Work is generally performed in a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) facility. A GMP facility is governed by regulatory agencies in which there are specific requirements for hygiene and acceptable clothing. The following items are restricted when accessing the GMP manufacturing area:
Makeup, painted nails
Hair products (spray, gel, wax)
Perfume and cologne
Jewelry (rings, watches, bracelets, fitness bands, necklaces, and facial/ear piercings, etc.)
Donning of gowns requires ability to physically don gowns while balancing in a cleanroom environment
Personal Protective Equipment is required to perform certain tasks (i.e., latex/nitrile gloves, respirators and or masks, goggles, plant dedicated scrubs/shoes, full body gown that covers all exposed skin)
Subject to extended periods of standing, to include crouching / kneeling (8 plus hours) while being donned in applicable PPE
Required to handle biohazardous and hazardous material via direction of Standard Operating Procedures
Medium work that includes moving, lifting, pushing and or pulling objects up to 50 pounds
Medium work that includes pushing and or pulling equipment with up to 50 pounds of force assisted by wheels
Must be willing and able to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb ladders, and wear a respirator
Position requires a combination of standing in the manufacturing environment and walking around the facility
Open to work various shifts (all shift times are 4 am)
4 days a week /10 hours per day Shift (4 am – 02:30 pm, Sunday through Wednesday or Wednesday through Saturday)
5 days a week /08 hours per day Shift (4 am – 12:30 pm)
Open to potential swing shift hours (10 am - 08:30 pm)
4 days a week /10 hours per day Shift (Sunday through Wednesday or Wednesday through Saturday)
Required to work weekends and some holidays
Qualifications
High school diploma; or
Associate degree
Preferred Qualifications
A minimum of 2 or more of related experience is preferred (work or schooling)
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Problem solving skills
Detail oriented
Team player
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Strong communication skills
Strong demonstrated aseptic techniques