Elanco Hiring for Production Technician (Blend & Fill) at Charlottetown, PE CA Full Time

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Position Description: To produce veterinary biologics according to a defined production schedule following cGMP guidelines and specific outlines of production.

Functions, Duties, Tasks:

• Adhere to the principles of safety first, quality always.
• Support blending, concentration and filling according to standard operating procedures, approved Outline of Production/Product Dossiers and to cGMP guidelines.
• Complete forms, and batch documentation in a concurrent, accurate and neat manner following good documentation practices (GDP).
• Scheduled equipment/instrument maintenance and calibrations are completed on time as per issued work orders.
• Operate blend and fill processing equipment within product specifications.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the production areas and assist in disinfection procedures.
• Preparation and modification of standard operating procedures as required.
• Cross train in other departments as required to ensure production continuity.
• Cross Train in other processes (when time permits) as needed.
• Other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications (education, experience and/or training, required certifications):

• A 2-year biotechnology diploma is required; a Bachelors Degree or Post-Secondary education in a life science (e.g., Biochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology) is preferred.

• 1-3 years of pharmaceutical manufacturing experience in GMP environment is preferred.

• Experience in the preparation of standard operating procedures, preparation of batch records as per specific GMP requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, both communications and written.

• Outlines of production, cGMP guidelines, and HSE regulations.
• Experience performing investigations and writing deviations.

• Intermediate/Expert computer skills using MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point).

Other Information:

• Must be able to work shift work on occasion to support filling activities and overtime as required.
• Must be able to wear clean room garments.
• Required to handle disinfectants (may require the wearing of a respirator).
• Must be able to lift, move and maneuver small-medium sized equipment up to 25lbs.
• Requires ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Requires frequent ladder or stair climbing.
• Must be able to read, write, understand, and comply with appropriate standard operating procedures.

Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status