Manufacturing Associate - Get Hired Fast

We are searching for an energetic Manufacturing Associate to join our vibrant team at Alexion Pharmaceuticals in Athlone, Leinster.
Growing your career as a Full Time Manufacturing Associate is a terrific opportunity to develop competitive skills.
If you are strong in project management, teamwork and have the right initiative for the job, then apply for the position of Manufacturing Associate at Alexion Pharmaceuticals today!

Some opportunities happen only once in a lifetime - like a job where you have the chanceto change lives. At Alexion, people living with rare and devastating diseases are our Guiding Star. We are driven to continuously innovate and create meaningful value in all we do to help patients and families fully live their best lives. We value the uniqueness and diversity of our employees and recognize that nurturing the diverse perspectives and strengths of our people translates into innovative breakthroughs for patients.

This is what you will do:

The Drug Product (DP) Manufacturing Associate will be a key member in supporting the execution of operational readiness at the Alexion Athlone Manufacturing Facility. The Manufacturing Associate will be an SME in a number of unit operations throughout the Fill Finish manufacturing process and will be responsible for execution of batch operations as per standard operating procedures under limited supervision.

You will be responsible for:

• Operate manufacturing equipment and instruments
• Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner
• Conduct daily activities in an organized, efficient manner
• Perform simple, routine, complex, and critical operations
• Troubleshoot equipment issues, when necessary
• Ensure process equipment is appropriately maintained for operation
• Perform and document operations in accordance with cGMP's
• Execute equipment qualification protocols and validation protocols
• Routinely draft/ create and revise standard operating procedures, manufacturing batch records and other documents as required
• Recognize, initiate process deviations and perform deviation investigations and closure
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas needing improvement, recommending strategies for improvement, and implementing those strategies once approved
• Embrace Alexion Core Competencies
• Maintain training compliance and train other staff
• Communicate effectively, written and verbal
• Ensure a safe working environment for all staff
• Plan daily activities and schedule operations
• Interact with other departments
• Aseptic Filling with RABS in grade B background
• Compounding / Formulation of products
• Sterile Filling of vials / syringes using Isolator
• Visual Inspection of finished product.
• Cleaning and Sanitation of equipment
• Operation of Parts washers and Autoclaves
• CIP /SIP of Vessels.
• Support regulatory audits
• Support all new product/process introductions on site.
• Perform data collection, compilation, and statistical analysis
• Interact with vendors and outside resources
• Complete assigned projects
• Be the shift lead if required, providing instruction to the team
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational problems during processing
• Represent Manufacturing in cross functional initiatives and meetings
• Monitor and evaluate process trends and recommend and implement continuous improvement strategies as appropriate
• Manage multiple projects independently
• Plan and implement complex changes
• Perform Environmental monitoring as required.
• Technical expert for entire area(s)
• Interact independently with regulatory agencies
• Develop and provide training on complex manufacturing processes
• Perform Manufacturing review and approval of critical documents
• Develop process validation protocols
• Maintain good housekeeping and clean and sanitize classified areas as required.
• Analyze complex problems and determine and implement solutions

You will need to have:

• Must be able to work within and adapt to complex electronic systems such as SAP and Trackwise
• Must be able to read, write and converse in English
• Must have good working knowledge of MS Excel and Word
• Ability to work in an intense, fast-paced work environment
• Ability to function, with guidance, in a rapidly changing environment while balancing multiple priorities simultaneously
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• More than 2 years' experience in a cGMP biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

We would prefer for you to have:

• BA/BS in a scientific discipline or equivalent experience preferred.

Alexionis a global biopharmaceutical company focused on serving patients and families affected by rare diseases and devastating conditions through the discovery, development and commercialization of life-changing medicines. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Alexion has offices around the globe and serves patients in more than 50 countries. Furtherinformation about Alexion can be found at: www.alexion.com .

Alexion is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where every single person can belong because of their uniqueness. The Company will not make decisions about employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, religion, creed or lackthereof, sex, sexualorientation, age, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, marital status,pregnancy, (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), parental status (including adoption or surrogacy), military status, protected veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or expression, genetic information, mental illness or other characteristics protected by law. Alexion has taken critical steps to protect colleagues, loved ones, and patients from COVID-19 and its variants. All US-based employees must comply with Alexion's COVID-19 vaccination mandate. Alexion provides exceptions based on applicable state law as well as reasonable accommodations to meet the needs of candidates and employees. To begin aninteractive dialogue with Alexion regarding a legally required exemption or accommodation, please contact [email protected] . Alexion participates in E-Verify.

As a leading employer in our industry, Alexion offers a highly competitive package of base and incentive compensation as well as a comprehensive benefits program designed to support the health, wellness and financial security of our employees and their families. Benefits include group medical, vision and dental coverage, group and supplemental life insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, and much more.

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Benefits of working as a Manufacturing Associate in Athlone, Leinster:

● Excellent benefits
● Opportunities to grow
● Advantageous package