Manufacturing Operator

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The Position

A healthier future. It’s what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come.

Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love.

That’s what makes us Roche.

The Manufacturing Operator performs a wide variety of electronic, electro-mechanical, mechanical or measurement product assembly operations on product components, assemblies or sub-assemblies. Determines and/or follows methods and sequence of operations in performing wiring, component installation, hand soldering, cable harnessing, welding and fitting on assembly units. Makes setups and adjustments holding tolerances to blueprint specifications. Works within standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods with a moderate degree of supervision.

The opportunity:

• You are executing the process of assembly, filling, labeling & packaging equipment of varying complexity and in accordance with production manufacturing records, operating procedure requirements to produce finished intermediates and final kits while meeting production targets.

• You are capable of basic transactions within highly complex systems and controls in a regulated manufacturing environment (e.g. receive, process, build product/materials, facilitate material availability, SAP transactions/confirmations).

• You are running automated systems/equipment and sequences of operation, including: equipment setup, operation, and cleaning; monitoring and performing basic troubleshooting.

• You are participating in the execution of protocol/validations.

• You have the ability to be a subject matter expert (SME) in one or more areas of production. Contributes to daily end of shift reports and pass downs.

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED, required (Associates Degree preferred)

• 2+ years relevant work experience, preferably in GMP environment

• Experience with automated manufacturing equipment in a regulated environment, validated software systems used to maintain Quality, Inventory and Processes

• Familiarity with sensors, motors, cylinders, etc., and with use of hand tools and test equipment

Preferred:

• Demonstrated experience with Lean / Continuous Improvement

• Experience with Google products (gMail, gSheets, gDoc, etc), preferred

• Experience with SAP required

• Ability to use precision tools

• Strong critical thinking, problem solving and analytical skills

Physical conditions and PPE requirements :

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Required to stand, walk, sit, kneel, bend, crouch for a combined 4 or more hours per day.

• Required to push, pull, and lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Repetitive, consistent movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. 

• Required to have good near visual acuity to perform activities throughout the processes in the assigned area.

• Must be able to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment and machinery; to work from lifts and ladders; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools and supplies; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls and machinery; and to wear and work in personnel protective equipment.

• This is an essential position supporting the organizational goals requiring attendance on weekends, holidays and during emergency or exceptional conditions.

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Arizona is $42,100 and $78,300.  Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.  A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.  This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Who we are

At Roche, more than 100,000 people across 100 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we’ve become one of the world’s leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity.

Ventana Medical Systems, Inc. (Ventana), a member of the Roche Group, innovates and manufactures instruments and reagents that automate tissue processing and slide staining for cancer diagnostics. Our integrated staining, workflow management and digital pathology solutions optimize laboratory efficiency to reduce errors and support diagnosis for pathology professionals. Together with Roche, Ventana is driving personalized healthcare through accelerated drug discovery and companion diagnostics.

Roche is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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