Process Professional I

About the DepartmentFor more than 100 years, Novo Nordisk has been tackling the unmet medical needs of people living with serious chronic diseases, such as diabetes & obesity. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.In NC, we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains. Our Emerging Technologies -Solid Dosage Forms US facility in Durham, NC is a 194,000 square foot tableting and packaging facility that supports the production of our innovative oral treatments for patients with type 2 diabetes. SDF maintains a curious and pioneering spirit, harmonious with our growing pipeline of new products and emerging technologies.What we offer you:Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positionsAll employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidaysHealth Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day oneGuaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match optionFamily Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leaveFree access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical productsTuition AssistanceLife & Disability InsuranceEmployee Referral AwardsAt Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.The PositionSupport people, equipment and processes for our operations areas to meet business and regulatory requirements. Provide process solutions for routine to moderate complexity issues. Support training for junior team members.RelationshipsReports to Manager.Essential FunctionsWork with production and QA to provide in depth deviation investigations and root cause analysisDrive continuous improvements via Lean toolsProvide training on process and procedure changesIdentify and implement process needs and improvement opportunities for routine to moderate complexity issuesResponsible for collection of data for periodic reviews and reportingFollow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of dutiesOther accountabilities, as assignedPhysical RequirementsAbility to work in an open office environment with the possibility of frequent distraction. Ability to travel up to 20% of the time (% can change on a case-by-case basis based on the role).Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree (engineering, technology or related field of study preferred) from an accredited university requiredMay consider an Associate’s degree from an accredited university with a minimum of two (2) years of manufacturing experience requiredMay consider a High School Diploma (GED) with a minimum four (4) years of manufacturing experience requiredMinimum of one (1) year of manufacturing experience preferred, preferably in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environmentExcellent written communication skills requiredGMP knowledge requiredBasic investigation and systematic problem-solving experience requiredPreferred QualificationsManufacturing experience preferredGeneral knowledge of change control and Quality Management System (QMS) systems preferredRelevant electronic manufacturing system experience preferred (ex: SAP, PAS-X, etc)Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning methodologies and ability to use multiple methods to train others preferred Exposure to regulatory audits/inspections a plusWe commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at View phone number on click.appcast.io. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.