Manufacturing Tech III

At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.

Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.

Job Description

Manufacturing Tech III's are required to follow standard operating procedures, clean rooms and equipment. Set up and maintain complex manufacturing activities. All raw data is to be captured in their applicable records (work orders, batch records or logbooks).

Key Differentiating Contributions:

• This is a junior-level position requiring working knowledge of manufacturing methods and procedures.
• Assignments range from routine to basic where analysis of situation or data requires a review of simple and fairly identifiable factors.
• Works on assignments that are routine in nature where ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice is required.
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
• Responsibilities require specific knowledge and application of principles.
• Must be cross-trained in a minimum of two manufacturing processes (e.g. filling, hydration, formulation)

Job Responsibilities:

• Works on basic to routine assignments following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Master Batch Records and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).
• Performs moderately complex tasks associated with aseptic processing, dispensing,
• formulation, and hydration.
• Reports to Team Lead on a regular basis on line performance and reports any issues that need to be resolved.
• Performs more complex troubleshooting unassisted
• Works on more complex manufacturing processes and assignments
• Assembles, disassembles and operates aseptic filling equipment and lyophilizer autoloading equipment in classed cleanroom environments.
• Prepares equipment and components for sterilization.
• Operates processing equipment including autoclaves, parts washers,, vial washers, spray dryers, and homogenizers.
• Cleans (manually and clean-in-place) and assembles equipment for production.
• Performs clean-in-place and sterilization-in-place of tanks.
• Performs annealing and sterile filtrations of products.
• Operates vial capper, unloads product from lyophilizers, and packs off unloaded vials from lyophilizers and liquid fill line.
• Performs detailed /Oracle (computerized software) and MES transactions in resolving inventory discrepancies.
• Cleans manufacturing areas, including walls, ceilings and floors.
• Creates purchase orders for consumables.
• Completes and maintains documentation related to assigned work, including logbooks, batch records, etc.
• May act as point of contact for a compliance audit.
• Dispenses ingredients for batches.
• Performs MBR Manufacturing batch report updates.
• Performs manual handling of product – loading and unloading of spray dry powder and filled vials

Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of written Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Master Batch Records
• Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are required.
• Working knowledge in Microsoft Office applications and administrative policies
• Ability to follow direction and work under minimal supervision
• Demonstrates capability in training others on a manufacturing process (e.g. filling, formulation, and hydration)
• Demonstratescapabilityinorganizingmorecomplexactivitiesinamanufacturingprocess.

Education and Experience:

• 3+ years of relevant experience
• High School Diploma / GED
• Prior experience in a cGMP related industry is required.

The salary range for this position is: $69,445.00 - $89,870.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

For additional benefits information, visit:

https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

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