Manufacturing Equipment Specialist

Band Level 2 Job Description Summary Location: Morris Plains, New Jersey Relocation Support: This role is based in Morris Plains, United States. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible. This is a unique opportunity to deepen your impact within Novartis by taking on a critical role supporting manufacturing operations at our Morris Plains site. As a Manufacturing Equipment Specialist, you will build on your existing expertise to take ownership of equipment performance across its full lifecycle, partnering closely with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable, compliant production. In this role, you will apply your equipment knowledge, problem-solving mindset, and operational knowledge to strengthen process reliability, support continuous improvement, and help ensure uninterrupted delivery of our medicines to patients. NOTE: Two positions are available. Both will work 4x10 schedule. One position will work Sunday – Wednesday, the second will work Wednesday – Saturday. Please indicate your preference with your application. Job Description Key Responsibilities Provide front-line engineering and technical support to ensure safe, compliant, on-time batch manufacturing Schedule and coordinate equipment preventive maintenance, calibration, and repair activities Deliver real-time troubleshooting and support for production equipment and manufacturing systems Support installation, setup, and qualification of new and existing equipment and processing modules Identify and implement improvements in process efficiency, equipment reliability, and operational quality Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Engineering, and MS&T to support manufacturing readiness Maintain an inspection-ready environment through adherence to cGMP and documentation standards Proficient in the use of production related IT systems such as SAP, LIMS, MES, 1QEM Ability to gown aseptically and work in a clean room environment (ISO 8, 7 and ISO 5) areas for extended periods of time. Essential Requirements Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline or equivalent relevant work experience Demonstrated experience supporting manufacturing equipment within a regulated Good Manufacturing Practice environment Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a production setting Proficiency with manufacturing and quality systems such as SAP, Laboratory Information Management System, or Manufacturing Execution System Ability to work independently while supporting cross-functional teams across Quality, Engineering, and MS&T Willingness and ability to work in cleanroom environments requiring aseptic gowning for extended periods Desirable Requirements Experience supporting cell therapy production equipment including Prior involvement in equipment installation, qualification, or process validation activities The salary for this position is expected to range between $33.65 and $62.50 per hour. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors. Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards. US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves. To learn more about the culture, rewards and benefits we offer our people click here. #LI-Onsite EEO Statement: The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. 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