Process specialist

job summary:
Looking to elevate your career in pharmaceutical manufacturing? A top-tier global pharma leader is seeking a dedicated Production Specialist for its second-shift operations. In this role, you will act as the technical authority and subject matter expert (SME) for cold manufacturing and kit packaging, driving continuous improvement and ensuring the highest standards of cGMP compliance.

location: North Billerica, Massachusetts
job type: Contract
salary: $30 - 40 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors


responsibilities:

• Technical Authority: Serve as the SME and principal trainer for second-shift automated manufacturing equipment, cold manufacturing, and kit packaging operations.
• Process Troubleshooting : Resolve complex manufacturing process problems, equipment errors, and non-standard production issues using analytical computer tools and ERP systems.
• Quality & Compliance: Lead deviations, quality investigations, and corrective/preventative actions (CAPAs) while authoring and editing critical SOPs.
• Cross-Functional Training: Develop and execute comprehensive training plans for second-shift operators, verifying knowledge transfer and operator competency.
• Continuous Improvement: Initiate and implement measurable manufacturing process improvements and share metrics with the leadership team.

qualifications:

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a science-related field with 3-5 years of pharmaceutical/biotech manufacturing experience, OR an Associate degree with 5-7 years of pharmaceutical/biotech manufacturing/quality experience.
• Proven ability to train others through a qualified On-the-Job Training (OJT) process.
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment troubleshooting, scale-up, and process optimization.
• Practical working knowledge of computer platforms and ERP inventory systems.
• Ability to work the standard second-shift schedule (Monday-Thursday, 4:00 PM - 2:30 AM) including mandatory overtime as needed.

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skills: ERP System, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)


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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).


This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

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