Manufacturing Associate II/III/Sr.-2nd Shift

To inspect the GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) vials - product and glass vials -  for defects.  Perform label and packaging activities for the finished product.

KEY DUTIES:

• Inspect vialed product and empty glass for defects
• Perform daily process activities in compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Prepare all process-specific and ancillary equipment (i.e., glassware, apparatus) for use in assigned areas.
• Assist in writing and implementing the area’s process documents.
• Operate equipment in compliance with SOPs
• Assure compliance with cGMP requirements (current good manufacturing practices)
• Work non-routine hours as required to maintain production schedule
• Perform label and packaging activities for the finished product.
• Complete and review associated production records and daily trending
• Train new inspectors in accordance with vial inspector certification procedures
• Assist other manufacturing functions (Formulation, Fill, Materials) as required

 

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Organization and interpersonal Skills (Oral, Written, etc.)
• Good Computer and Database Skills
• Comprehensive training focused on current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) in the pharmaceutical industry.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Good math skills
• Self-motivated
• Good visual acuity
• Team Oriented
• Effective organization skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Ability to work hands-on

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Periods of repetitive motion
• Walking, squatting, lifting, pushing and pulling carts, reaching, climbing, and bending may all be required. 
• Steel-toe shoes, scrubs, and other PPE equipment must be worn based on the job being performed. 
• Employee must be able to pass a vision exam before employment and annually.

 

Qualifications:

Manufacturing Associate II

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 year of pharmaceutical manufacturing or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+  year experience in a sterile pharmaceutical operation
• Associates degree or higher in a science/technical discipline
• Vial or general inspection experience preferred. 

Manufacturing Associate III

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 4-5 years experience in pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in a sterile pharmaceutical operation
• Associate degree or higher in a science/technical discipline

Sr. Manufacturing Associate I

Required Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 4-5 years’ experience in pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Preferred Education and Experience

• 2-3 years’ experience in a sterile pharmaceutical operation
• Associates degree or higher in a science/technical discipline
• Training experience

Why join Team Alkermes?

Alkermes applies its deep neuroscience expertise to develop medicines designed to help people living with complex and difficult-to-treat psychiatric and neurological disorders. A fully-integrated, global biopharmaceutical company, headquartered in Ireland with U.S. locations in Massachusetts and Ohio, we are committed to pursuing great science, driven by deep compassion to make a real impact in the lives of patients. Alkermes has a portfolio of proprietary commercial products for the treatment of alcohol dependence, opioid dependence, schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder, and a pipeline of clinical and preclinical candidates in development for various neurological disorders, including narcolepsy.

Beyond our important mission of developing medicines to address unmet patient needs, we actively seek to foster a culture of diversity, inclusion and belonging throughout our business. We strive to ensure that all voices are respected and valued, recognizing that our diversity of thought, background and perspective makes us stronger. We are proud to have been recognized as an employer of choice by many national organizations, including being certified as a Great Place to Work in the U.S. in 2024, honored as a Healthiest Employer in both Ohio and Massachusetts in 2023, a Best