Production Technician I

Our Frederick Manufacturing Center (FMC) creates life-changing medicines for people around the world and has been recognized by our local community as being a Top 50’ Business in Frederick and awarded Frederick County’s ‘Best Place to Work’. This distinctive biologic manufacturing facility, with over 800 employees, makes a direct contribution to treating people with cancer, respiratory and autoimmune conditions across the globe.  We work hard to deliver life-changing medicines to patients, and we take time to have fun and celebrate our accomplishments. From catered site festivities to competitive events, community outreach activities, environmental and wellness showcases and team-building functions, we take time to recognize our achievements and celebrate our diversity.  We are dedicated to creating a culture of inclusion and collaboration and are committed to continuous learning by offering ongoing skill building and training for our staff.  Fueled by our aspiration to deliver accelerated growth for our company and to make people’s lives better, there’s never been a more exciting time to join the team and shape the future of AstraZeneca Operations. 

Are you ready to break new ground and leave a collective legacy? Entry level role responsible for executing routine manufacturing tasks and supporting the operation and maintenance of central services, upstream and downstream processing equipment according to established SOPs in a cGMP environment. The role focuses on reliable process execution, accurate documentation, basic troubleshooting, and learning through on the job training.

Accountabilities:
The Production Technician I spends most time on the shop floor executing assigned tasks under supervision while learning and applying cGMP, quality and SHE requirements. Core responsibilities include equipment setup/takedown, cleaning, routine maintenance, completing electronic and paper records (MES), escalating deviations, supporting area ownership and participating in basic continuous improvement activities.

Technical Skills — Production Knowledge, Process Execution, Quality, and Safety Health & Environment

• Basic Process Knowledge: Demonstrates foundational understanding of SOPs, process flows and critical operational parameters; recognizes upstream/downstream dependencies and impacts.
• Process Execution & Documentation: Executes routine production tasks (solution prep, basic cell culture/support tasks, formulation and housekeeping) per SOPs, MPRs and SPRs; completes accurate records in MES to ensure traceability.
• Equipment Operation & Maintenance Support: Supports setup, takedown, cleaning and routine maintenance of equipment under supervision; follows qualification requirements and escalation pathways.
• Quality, SHE & Risk Awareness: Learns and follows GMP, Quality and SHE protocols; identifies and reports unsafe conditions and quality deviations; participates in safety/investigation activities as required.
• Area Ownership & Lean Fundamentals: Supports designated area ownership standards and basic lean practices to maintain a safe, orderly work area and improve local efficiency.

Business Skills — Data Base Thinking, Digital Fluency and Work Planning Execution

• Data Awareness: Uses available data and MES outputs to complete assigned work; records observations and flags anomalies for review.
• Digital Familiarity: Embraces and learns digital tools used in the area; participates in digital adoption and training activities.
• Work Planning & Execution: Manages and prioritizes assigned daily tasks with supervision; completes work on time with attention to detail and communicates status proactively.

People Skills — Communication, Adaptability, and Leading Self

• Communication: Communicates clearly and concisely with peers and Managers; shares updates and escalations in a timely manner.
• Adaptability & Learning: Demonstrates a positive, “can do” attitude; accepts feedback and applies coaching to improve performance.
• Leading Self: Takes responsibility for completing assigned tasks, follows instructions, and complies with Company values and safety requirements.

Additional Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Participate in initial qualification and on‑the‑job training programs.
• Support area housekeeping and DAO standards.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Conduct activities and interactions consistent with Company values and in compliance with the Code of Conduct and supporting Policies and Standards relevant to your role. Complete all required training on the AZ Code of Conduct and supporting Policies and Standards on time. Report potential issues of non-compliance.