Work Cell Leader 1 - Vial Filling

About The Department At Novo Nordisk, we want to make a difference. For more than 100 years, we have led the way in diabetes care. 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 Product Supply Aseptic Manufacturing (PS AM) facility in Clayton, NC is a 457,000 square foot aseptic “fill and finish” site that is responsible for producing innovative, injectable diabetes and obesity treatments. At PS AM, you’ll join a global network of manufacturing professionals who are passionate about what they do. What We Offer You Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option Family Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products Tuition Assistance Life & Disability Insurance Employee Referral Awards The Position Ensure the safe and effective operation of a work cell while maintaining a high level of focus on Quality. This person has three key roles: Ensure the process performs per plan, confirm standards and solve problems. Relationships Reports to Ops Area Specialist / Quality Improvement Area Specialist / Technical Area Specialist. Essential Functions Execute the production plan by leading the operation, monitoring and controlling of equipment, systems, and processes within the work cell Enforce all safety and environmental requirements in the performance of duties Help facilitate a productive, engaging, and safe working environment Setup next team for success Coordinate Maintenance activities, scheduled by Maintenance Planning, supported by Technical Area Specialist Lead team in Event Response/RCA with assistance from Area Specialists and Shift Manager Schedule work cell resources, to include breaks, lunches, and other activities Address any safety, quality, staffing or personnel issues and upscale to Shift Manager if necessary Monitor performance and the completion of training to assure the competency level of work cell team members. Ensure team members are trained to the standard Responsible for cGMP documentation Provide performance review input for work cell team members as required by Shift Manager Spend 20% - 50% of time operating as an operator in the process Other accountabilities as assigned Physical Requirements Moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Routinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using hands. Strap & unstrap pallets using hands. Must be able to be on your feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May require corrected vision to 20/20 or 20/25 based on role. May require color vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous &/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear latex gloves. May perform critical job functions in extremely cold work environments depending on site. May position oneself within confined spaces for inspection if required of the role. Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection. May be required to secure a motorized vehicle license & operate a motorized vehicle based on the role. Qualifications High school graduate or equivalent required, Associate's Degree in related field preferred BioWorks graduate preferred Minimum of 2 years experience in a manufacturing industry, FDA regulated preferred required Qualified to perform operator activities on work cell equipment required Ability to read, write and understand complicated product documentation and standard operating procedures with attention to detail. Computer literacy preferred Experience with planning & organizing, managing execution, checking results, and revising the work plan to meet daily work plan targets a plus Demonstrates a systematic approach to problem solving and troubleshooting. Supports and actively participates in event response activities for the process. Documents problems and works to bring them rapidly to solution preferred 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Novo Nordisk