Manufacturing Technician

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician
Job Description
The Manufacturing Technician sets up, operates, monitors, and controls production equipment and systems in a regulated manufacturing environment. This role supports the full production process, including cleaning and sanitizing rooms and equipment, executing the production schedule, handling labeling and components, and maintaining accurate production records. The technician follows established procedures and safety standards, actively contributes to quality and continuous improvement efforts, and collaborates with team members to ensure production goals are consistently met.
Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, monitor, and control manufacturing equipment, systems, and processes in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Clean and sanitize manufacturing, filling, and packaging rooms and equipment following SOPs and established cleanliness standards.
• Execute the production schedule to achieve daily and long-term production goals while maintaining product quality and compliance.
• Handle labeling and components correctly, including transferring, counting, managing FIFO (First-In, First-Out), and processing returns.
• Actively participate in and support event response activities, including troubleshooting and resolving production issues.
• Review existing SOPs and other controlled documents, and author or update documentation as required to reflect current practices.
• Identify, report, and help resolve quality issues, escalating concerns promptly and supporting corrective actions.
• Execute and/or assist with equipment maintenance activities, including restoration of lost function, predictive maintenance, and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Train fellow employees in areas of expertise and proactively learn systems and equipment outside of current specialization, as appropriate to experience and skill level.
• Record and review production data in batch production records (BPR) and associated forms, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Follow all safety and environmental requirements in the performance of duties, including adherence to plant safety rules and regulatory guidelines.
• Perform other related accountabilities and tasks as assigned to support manufacturing operations.

Essential Skills

• Experience working in a GMP-regulated environment or previous regulated manufacturing experience.
• Background in manufacturing operations, with previous experience in a manufacturing setting preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a cleanroom or similarly controlled environment.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring accurate execution of procedures and documentation.
• Ability to remain on task and maintain productivity in a fast-paced environment.
• Consistent punctuality and reliable presence on scheduled workdays.
• Capability to follow written SOPs and instructions and apply them in daily work.
• Basic understanding of quality principles and ability to recognize and report quality issues.
• Comfort with recording and reviewing production data in batch records and associated forms.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Biowork certification or coursework is acceptable and considered relevant.
• Willingness to train others and share knowledge in areas of expertise.
• Motivation to aggressively learn new systems and equipment outside of current expertise, with appropriate support and training.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with team members and support event response.
• Commitment to safety and environmental compliance in all work activities.

Work Environment
This position operates on a night shift schedule, following a 2-2-3 rotation, with working hours from 6:00 PM. The role is based in a regulated manufacturing environment that may include cleanroom areas, filling and packaging rooms, and production floors with specialized equipment. Team members follow GMP standards, established SOPs, and strict safety and environmental requirements. The work involves standing for extended periods, working around machinery, and adhering to facility rules and procedures appropriate for a controlled manufacturing setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Clayton, NC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.01 - $25.01/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Clayton, NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Clayton,NC.
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