The Manufacturing Associate role supports the filling of specialty pharmaceutical products and directly contributes to our mission of protecting and enhancing life. Please note that this role is an entry level role and if the selected candidate does not possess transferrable experience, they will receive thorough training at the start of their employment.
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Manufacturing Associate
Winnipeg, MB, CA, R3T 5Y3
Preparedness today, safer tomorrow.
Emergent is a leading public health company that delivers protective and life-saving solutions to communities around the world. Here, you will join passionate professionals where our culture is informed by our values and commitment to protecting and saving lives.
Job Summary
The Manufacturing Associate role supports the filling of specialty pharmaceutical products and directly contributes to our mission of protecting and enhancing life. Please note that this role is an entry level role and if the selected candidate does not possess transferrable experience, they will receive thorough training at the start of their employment.
Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Lives our culture of “right the first time” and ensures quality and accuracy in day-to-day activities.
Executes and documents procedural steps in compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) standards and other regulatory requirements.
Operates machinery; assembles and disassembles equipment as required. Operation of vial washer, depyrogenation oven, steam sterilizers, freeze dryers, integrity testers and other related equipment. Performing product sterile filtration, filling, and capping operations.
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Operation of vial washer, depyrogenation oven, steam sterilizers, freeze dryers, integrity testers and other related equipment.
Performing product sterile filtration, filling, and capping operations.
Escalates problems, concerns, or deviations in a timely manner.
Maintain production areas in a tidy, 6 sigma (6S) standard including cleaning and sanitization of work areas.
Identifies and communicates process improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
May require cross training between core manufacturing operations departments
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by those in this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, and other duties may be assigned.
Education, Experience & Skills
High school Diploma or equivalent is required; Pharmaceutical manufacturing diploma or Bachelors’ degree in Science is considered an asset.
Previous experience working in a regulated environment is considered an asset.
Ability to read, understand, and follow standard operating procedures, protocols, work instructions, and other policies/procedures is required.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in a group environment.
Strong accuracy and attention to detail is a must.
Knowledge of pharmaceutical regulatory requirements is required.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Products such as Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Ability to adapt to and complete shift work including days, evenings and nights.
Able to work on ladders or at heights when required.
Ability to lift and move materials/equipment when needed.
Ability to enter confined spaces.
Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and criminal background check.
This role requires the removal of all jewelry, wristwatches, make-up and any other non-essential items as per gowning requirements.
There are physical/mental demands and work environment characteristics that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This information is available upon request from the candidate.
As part of our team, you'll join talented and inspiring colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. We offer highly diverse career opportunities, a supportive culture, competitive salaries, flexible work arrangements and an extensive benefits package. Information submitted will be used by Emergent BioSolutions for activities related to your prospective employment. Emergent BioSolutions respects your privacy and any use of the information submitted will be subject to the terms of our Privacy Policy .
ABOUT EMERGENT
Emergent prepares those entrusted with protecting their communities against current and future health threats.
Our drive towards this vision informs all of our actions—whether it is our approach to product development, manufacturing, encouraging employee health and wellness or giving back to the community—we strive every day to achieve this shared goal.
WE BELIEVE IN OUR VALUES
Lead with Integrity We gain trust and confidence through ethics, quality, and compliance excellence
We gain trust and confidence through ethics, quality, and compliance excellence
Stand shoulder to shoulder We combine our best thinking and communicate openly to support each other.
We combine our best thinking and communicate openly to support each other.
Own it always We are engaged and accountable for delivering on our commitments.
We are engaged and accountable for delivering on our commitments.
Breakthrough thinking We take smart risks, pursue innovation and challenge ourselves to constantly improve.
We take smart risks, pursue innovation and challenge ourselves to constantly improve.
Compete where it counts We set the right goals and respect each other as we conquer them together.
We set the right goals and respect each other as we conquer them together.
About Emergent Biosolutions
Biotechnology900 employeesFounded 1998
Public U.S. biopharmaceutical company developing and manufacturing vaccines, therapeutics, and medical countermeasures for governments and consumers.
