Work Schedule
Rotational shift nights/weekends
Environmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials
Job Description
Join Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. as a Formulation specialist and contribute to our mission of making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. This is an outstanding opportunity to work with a team of professionals who are dedicated to delivering world-class results while encouraging an inclusive and collaborative environment.
- Set up and operate pharmaceutical production equipment, including high-speed filling lines for sterile products, autoclave, parts and vial washers, depyrogenation tunnel, formulation process, HMI, and automatic CIP/SIP processes, as well as inspection and packaging line equipment, following relevant SOPs and the Batch Record.
- Conduct formulation activities for production batches, including the formulation and/or dispensing of all available drug substances and excipients.
- Prepare, wash, and sterilize parts and materials.
- Package and transfer the final product to the freezer.
- Complete all relevant training before performing any tasks.
- Adhere strictly to aseptic techniques and practices for aseptic operations.
- Maintain and clean production equipment and classified areas in the manufacturing area.
- Complete batch records and logbooks timely and with adherence to GDP standards.
- Transfer materials for batch manufacturing.
- Prepare filters for test execution and perform FIT (filter integrity testing).
- Load/unload batches from equipment during production activities.
- Perform stock checks of consumables and inform the Manager/Lead technician of required materials.
- Adhere to safety and quality standards consistently and promptly notify the manager of any irregularities.
- Participate in EHS, business compliance, cGMP, and all other compliance-related matters.
- Carry out duties following SOPs and uphold GMP regulations consistently.
- Conduct visual inspections, labeling, and packaging on finished drug products, and perform in-process sampling and checks on semi-finished drug products.
- Complete any other duties as assigned by the Manager.
Education
- Minimum "O" Level, NITEC/ITE education, or Diploma in a relevant field.
Experience
- 1 to 2 years of applicable experience in the pharmaceutical sector or 3 to 5 years of professional experience in any field.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Good understanding of safe working practices and cGMP.
- Eager to embark on a career within the pharmaceutical sector.
- Strong ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Flexibility to work rotating shifts.