Novartis Hiring for Production Lead – (Sun – Wed) Nights job in Millburn Full Time

About the role
Location: On-Site – Millburn, New Jersey

About the Role:

At Advanced Accelerator Applications, a Novartis company, we are committed to leading innovation in nuclear medicine and delivering the next generation of targeted radioligand therapy to cancer patients. We are looking for experienced Manufacturing professionals to help us reach our ambitious goals.

The Production Lead is responsible for the daily operations, specifically to direct, manage operations related to the Production Unit to produce and deliver product with high quality, in a compliant, efficient, and cost-effective manner while safety is maintained.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure batches are executed and records all applicable data in compliance with cGMP expectations.
• Author and review Standard Operating Procedures that pertain to Production-related activities.
• Engage with Production Management and Process Experts to identify and implement process improvements within areas of expertise.
• Maintain an “audit ready” module. Assist with internal pre-audits walkthroughs, cGMP housekeeping and general organization and upkeep of manufacturing spaces.
• Assist Production Manager with communication of job-related information during daily meetings and organize the team for daily activities.
• Supervise training to ensure new hires have necessary technical skills and knowledge.
• Adhere to all SOPs, cGMPs, and safety rules and regulations.
• Ensure associate are demonstrating proper aseptic behaviors and Good Documentation Practices on the Shop Floor.
• Support investigations and impact assessments for deviations.

Additional Notes:
• This role is Wednesday-Saturday, 10-hour day shift located on-site at our Millburn, NJ location.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We 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.

Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations: Individuals in need of a reasonable accommodation due to a medical condition or disability for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know the nature of your request, your contact information and the job requisition number in your message:

• Novartis: e-mail [email protected] or call +1 (877)395-2339
• Sandoz: e-mail [email protected] or call: +1-609-422-4098

Role Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) is preferred; If the applicant does not have a degree, a minimum of 2-3 year of experience in cGMP or aseptic environment is required.
• Provides innovative solutions to complex or process improvement issues.
• A self-motivated individual with a strong sense of ownership and discipline.
• Strong interpersonal, written, communication skills along with problem solving and follow-up skills are required.
• Must be well organized, flexible and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to adapt and learn new systems

Desirable Requirements:
• Previous Radio pharma experience a plus

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: People and Culture | Novartis.

Pay transparency statement: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $84,000 and $126,000 a year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/23 through 12/31/23 fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills and abilities. 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.

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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