Manufacturing Technician - Environmental Support

Overview

The work we do at FDB has never been more important—and we are looking for talented candidates to join us. We are growing our locations, our capabilities, and our teams, and looking for passionate, mission-driven people like you who want to make a real difference in people’s lives. Join our new FDB facility in Thousand Oaks, CA and help manufacture the next cell therapy in partnership with some of the most innovative biopharma companies across the globe. We are proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your passion, energy and drive - what we call Genki. The Environmental Support Technician works as part of the manufacturing team to deliver high quality therapeutics.  This position contributes to the successful delivery of released product in support of clinical and commercial processes.

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Overview

Join FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies in our new facility location - Thousand Oaks, California! Manufacturing Technician (Environmental Support) will report directly to the Senior Manager Manufacturing at the FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies California (FDBC) location.

 

 Job Description

The Environmental Support Technician works as part of the manufacturing team to deliver high quality therapeutics.  This position contributes to the successful delivery of released product in support of clinical and commercial processes.

Primary Responsibilities

• • Perform the cleaning/sanitization of the manufacturing areas and equipment in accordance with all Company procedures.  This requires the application of various disinfectants to floors, ceilings, walls, and equipment with use of proper cleaning equipment such as mops, wipes and associated tools. 
  • Execute cleanings compliantly and safely without negative impact to the production schedule.  This requires general agility to clean in difficult/hard to reach spaces.
  • Ability to achieve and maintain gowning qualifications as well as perform work in an aseptic environment.
  • This position will work in both an office and a manufacturing setting. When in the manufacturing area, staff may be exposed to various chemicals and biohazards.  Additionally, there is potential for equipment hazards, strong odors, and other detergents/sanitizers.
  • Assist the team with maintaining an up-to-date working inventory for the equipment/supplies 
  • Perform various 'housekeeping' activities. (i.e., keeping work areas clean, cleaning of equipment) 
  • Document and review appropriate paperwork, daily logs, and documentation per Good Documentation Practices. 
  • Participate in a detailed training program and develop training plan 
  • Maintain inventory of equipment and supplies 
  • Assist in the evaluation of the current cleaning procedures/equipment and recommend changes to optimize the cleaning program 
  • Routine maintenance and cleaning of rooms and equipment 
  • Identifies and implements continuous improvements 
  • Perform tasks in a manner consistent with the safety policies, quality systems, and GMP requirements 
  • Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures 

            Physical Requirements:

• • Work is generally performed in a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) facility
  • Personal Protective Equipment is required to perform certain tasks (i.e., latex/nitrile gloves, respirators and or masks, goggles, plant dedicated scrubs/shoes, full body gown that covers all exposed skin)
  • Subject to extended periods of standing, to include crouching / kneeling (8 plus hours)
  • Required to handle biohazardous and hazardous material via direction of Standard Operating Procedures
  • Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds 
  • Position requires a combination of standing in the manufacturing environment and walking around the facility
  • Open to work various shifts (all shift times are 4 am)
    • 4 days a week /10 hours per day Shift (4 am – 0230 pm, Sunday through Wednesday or Wednesday through Saturday)
    • 5 days a week /08 hours per day Shift (4 am – 1230 pm)
  • Open to potential swing shift hours (11 am - 0930 pm)
    • 4 days a week /10 hours per day Shift (Sunday through Wednesday or Wednesday through Saturday)
  • Will require to work weekends and some holidays

 

Qualifications

• • High school diploma; or
  • Associate degree

 

Preferred Qualifications

• • A minimum of 2 or more of related experience is preferred (work or schooling)
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
  • Problem solving skills
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