Technician II/III, Bio/Pharm Prod - 3rd Shift (Sunday - Thursday 11\:00pm - 7\:30am)

Company: Boehringer Ingelheim
Location: Saint Joseph
Posted on: September 6, 2021

Job Description:

Description:

Description\:

In this position, the incumbent will be responsible in the setup, operations, and troubleshooting of the equipment in the production areas.  Additional duties will include documentation of work and specific computer functions. Must integrate company initiatives such as BPE into work practices. Responsible for safely producing vaccines, which meet all product specifications in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practice standards.

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.

Duties & Responsibilities\:

• Perform duties associated with aseptic processes, weighing, measuring, counting, calculations, sampling, and verifications required for biological production processes in accordance with batch production records (BPR) and in compliance with current good manufacturing practice (cGMP) standards, all current safety standards and site procedures.

• Complete understanding and can perform advanced operation of production equipment and ensures all equipment, instruments and production materials are released and available for use. Look up and perform transactions within the electronic inventory management system.

• Perform advanced equipment and process troubleshooting

• Leads production processes, cleaning, environmental monitoring and personnel and perform in-process batch quality checks per the written procedures. Knows and follows safety rules, wears appropriate safety equipment and maintains proper safety practices at all times. BL-3 technicians are required to participate in the BIAH Encephalomyelitis Program without health restrictions.

• Advanced computer skills to create and update standard operating procedures and write deviation reports, and to complete all training as assigned to include general company procedures, area procedures, equipment operation, computer operation, safety, GMP, BPE, and other as needed.

• To generate or collect new ideas about workplace and processes.

• Performs all Company business in accordance with all regulations (e.g., USDA, OSHA, etc.) and Company policy and procedures.  When violations are noted/observed they are to be immediately reported to management. Demonstrated high ethical and professional standards with all business

• contacts in order to maintain BIAH’s excellent reputation in the community.

Requirements\:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited institution in Microbiology or other related Science, plus one (1) year of relevant experience; Or an Associates degree from an accredited institution in Microbiology or other related Science, plus three (3) years of relevant experience; Or a High School Diploma, plus five (5) years of relevant experience.

• Advanced computer skills with Word, Excel and Electronic Management Systems, advanced biological equipment knowledge and/or experience (i.e. fermentation, centrifuge, concentration units), basic understanding of biological organisms.

• Ability to read, interpret and conform to batch records, Quality and Safety requirements.

• Advanced with FDA, USDA, EU, and EPA regulations.

• Demonstrated ability to assist maintenance and process engineering in troubleshooting.

• Complies with all the business compliance requirements of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Housekeeping, Environmental, Safety, and Security.

• Ability to operate applicable ERP system.

• Requires advanced knowledge of manufacturing function, acquaintance with and general understanding of detailed aspects of the production process and ability to apply this knowledge to problems and situations ordinarily encountered.

• Required to apply knowledge in the training of others.

Eligibility Requirements\:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.

• Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)

• Must be 18 years of age or older

Who We Are\:

At Boehringer Ingelheim we create value through innovation with one clear goal\: to improve the lives of patients. We develop breakthrough therapies and innovative healthcare solutions in areas of unmet medical need for both humans and animals. As a family owned company we focus on long term performance. We are powered by 50.000 employees globally who nurture a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture. Learning and development for all employees is key because your growth is our growth.

Want to learn more?  Visit boehringer-ingelheim.com and join us in our effort to make more health.

Boehringer Ingelheim is an equal opportunity global employer who takes pride in maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture. We embrace diversity of perspectives and strive for an inclusive environment, which benefits our employees, patients and communities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a person’s actual or perceived race, including natural hairstyles, hair texture and protective hairstyles; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital status; gender, gender identity or expression; sexual orientation, mental, physical or intellectual disability, veteran status; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law.

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