Lead Production Technician - Vaccines

Job Title: Lead Production Technician - Vaccines

Location: Swiftwater, PA

About the Job

We deliver 4.3 billion healthcare solutions to people every year, thanks to the flawless planning and meticulous eye for detail of our Manufacturing & Supply teams. With your talent and ambition, we can do even more to protect people from infectious diseases and bring hope to patients and their families. 

This is a 3rd shift position

Responsible for working inside the fill area.

Performs production in accordance with volume fluctuation, business need, and effective procedures.

Complete Aseptic Gowning Qualifications and maintain it throughout employment.

Covid vaccination required.

We are an innovative global healthcare company that helps the world stay ahead of infectious diseases by delivering more than 500 million vaccine doses a year. Across different countries, our talented teams are exploring new technologies to protect people and promote healthy communities. We chase the miracles of science every single day, pursuing progress to make a real impact on millions of patients around the world.

Main Responsibilities:

• Maintain critical qualifications (Critical Setup, Gowning, APS)

• Conduct Product-Pathway Assessments

• Manage shift operations and escalate issues as needed

• Ensure proper documentation and review (BFRs, logbooks)

• Monitor and update OMS tools for shift performance

• Manage equipment and materials (submit work orders, perform inventories)

• Train new technicians and maintain own qualifications

• Participate in quality assurance activities (Gemba walks, filter testing)

• Ensure compliance with cGMP and documentation requirements

• Manage production processes and resolve issues

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: ​

Safety:

• Follow safety procedures and participate in monthly meetings
• Report safety issues and contribute to preventative actions
• Ensure safe product production and utilize +QDCI boards

Quality:

• Serve as point of contact for training initiatives, regulatory audits, and change control
• Complete Gemba walks and maintain current documentation
• Collaborate with quality group

Delivery:

• Support production according to business needs
• Complete assigned training and follow aseptic techniques
• Process SAP transactions in real time

Cost:

• Execute procedures correctly to avoid deviations
• Utilize OMS appropriately and resolve production issues

Involvement:

• Complete training modules and attend daily shift changes
• Train new team members and participate in team meetings
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality

About You

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 2+ years of experience in a cGMP or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment

• Or Associate degree with 1+ year of experience in a cGMP or pharmaceutical environment

• Or Bachelor’s degree with relevant cGMP or pharmaceutical experience

• Strong mechanical aptitude, computer literacy, and attention to detail

• Demonstrated ability in troubleshooting, manual dexterity, comprehension, and information retention

Preferred Qualifications

• Grade A aseptic gown qualified

• Proficiency in at least three operational areas or product lines

• Qualified trainer in one or more functional areas

• Proficient in at least one of the following: utility sampling, equipment preparation, or tank movement

• Working knowledge of and access to systems such as SAP, MasterControl, SCADA, RT Reports, and LabWare

Why Choose Us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.​​

• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.​​

• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.​

• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.​

Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative