Novartis Hiring for Media Preparation Technician (AM Shift) job in Morris Plains Full Time

About the role
Location: Morris Plains, NJ
Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you.

365 days a year, we aspire to be the best manufacturer of Cell & Gene therapies to ensure our patients have the treatments they need to live longer, healthier lives.

The Media Preparation Technician is responsible for the preparation, production and storage of media to adhere to the production schedule.

Key Responsibilities:
• Ability to gown aseptically and work in a clean room environment (ISO 8, 7 and ISO 5) areas for extended periods of time.
• Knowledgeable in the use of production related IT systems such as SAP and MES
• Documents all steps in the assigned Batch record in line with GMP requirements
• Responsible for successful on time completion of required training curriculum comprising of the necessary Global Operating Procedures (GOPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Aseptic Techniques, Gowning Qualifications and other relevant training including HSE for the specific role.
• Maintains an “audit ready” module
• Perform other duties as assigned; ie. batch record review, process streamline improvements, safety walk-thrus
• Media preparation adheres to the production schedule to ensure adequate approved media inventories.
• Conducts routine and dynamic environmental monitoring as required, Assist on Deviation Investigations and Inspections and participate in assigned qualification/ validation activities
• Responsible for Successful on time completion of required training curriculum comprising of the necessary Global Operating Procedures (GOPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Aseptic Techniques, Gowning Qualifications and other relevant training including HSE for the specific role.
• Perform other duties as assigned; ie. batch record review, process streamline improvements, safety walk-throughs

Additional Specifications:
• Ability to work different shift, weekends and overtime will be required. Your shift will be fixed according to business need.
• Ability to work with magnetic field equipment.
• Ability to stand for an extended period of time
• Ability to lift 50 lbs unassisted.
• Requires handling of chemicals such as corrosives, solvents & bio-hazardous materials.
• Ability to adapt and learn new and complex equipment and systems and detailed scientific content.
• Ability to collaborate with other groups, teams and departments in addressing process related issues in a highly diverse environment.

There are multiple positions available. The shift for this role would be and AM shift from Sunday -Thursday or Tuesday -Saturday based on the needs of the business.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.Role Requirements
Essential Requirements:
• High School diploma or GED required with a minimum of 1 year experience in cGMP or academic or lab setting with aseptic experience
• Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in relevant Engineering or Scientific discipline may be considered in lieu of industry experience

Desirable Requirements:
• Experience in aseptic manufacturing preferred
• Knowledge of cGMP regulations and FDA guidance preferred

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $59,900 and $89,900 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors

Why Novartis: Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us! Learn more here: https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

You’ll receive: You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook: https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards

Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations:
The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [email protected] call +1(877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

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