Sr Production Technician - Kit Packaging

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The Position

Doing now what patients need next. A pioneer in the development of blood glucose monitoring and insulin delivery systems, Roche Diabetes Care is committed to helping people with diabetes live lives that are as normal and active as possible and helping healthcare professionals manage their patients' condition in an optimal way. The ACCU-CHEK® portfolio-from blood glucose monitoring through information management to insulin delivery - offers innovative products, services and comprehensive solutions for convenient, efficient and effective diabetes management.

Roche is a successful company that can offer exciting career opportunities. We encourage and support your development in areas of your interest which will prepare you for the next level in your career path. We know that people are responsible for our success and we value our employees. Our commitment is to create a work environment where feeling valued, respected, and empowered is a daily experience.

As a Sr. Production Technician you will have a key responsibility in supporting manufacturing strip conversion/vialing operations.  You will set up and operate a variety of automatic or semi-automatic machines used in the production of the company's product.  You will work from process sheets or written/verbal instructions given by supervisor to perform production tasks.  You will check and inspect operation against predetermined tolerances.  You will also function as a subject matter expert in area of knowledge.  You will develop and own best practices for area of knowledge.  You will participate in the development and/or delivery of training for other employees on equipment and/or procedures.  You will identify continuous improvement opportunities.

You will provide support to an area, person, or program. You will also interface with internal customers.   You perform semi-routine support duties of a specialized nature within an assigned area.  You should possess a specialized knowledge of particular area, system, or equipment.  You will apply intermediate to advanced skills to the position or specialization.  Generally, you are assigned more complex and difficult assignments and will work with greater discretion and latitude.  You may also assist lower level staff by providing advice, guidance and training.

You will be responsible for maintaining and continuously improving the quality system and achieving quality objectives through daily actions.

1. Set up and operate equipment and processes in accordance with standard operating procedures and pilot protocols.
2. Inspect product for quality and adherence to specifications.
3. Completes and ensures accuracy of all process orders and associated required documentation, records and metrics.
4. Participate in the development and review of documentation changes to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
5. Prepare work centers for appropriate line clearance procedure and conducts regular cleaning in accordance with standard operating procedures.
6. Trains other employees as needed.
7. Participates in process improvement teams and helps implement improvements.
8. Acts as liaison with engineering staff on process improvement and development and communicates back to production team.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalency
• 1 year experience in operations or manufacturing
• Thorough understanding of the principles and applications of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and ISO 9001
• Basic computer skills with competency using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to perform basic math calculations

• Detail Oriented

Preferred:

• Specialized training or certification in particular area, system or equipment
• 2 years of experience in operations or manufacturing
• Experience in regulated work environment
• Ability to engage, lead and communicate in written and verbal format
• Thorough understanding of appropriate safety, health, and environmental procedures
• ERP and/or Manufacturing Execution (MES) Systems
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing methodology

Who We Are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

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