What you'll do
As a member of our Operations team, you’ll be on the front line, directly impacting patients by making sure we manufacture our products effectively, quickly and collaboratively. Every day, you’ll experience fresh challenges as you navigate the ever-changing landscape of Operations – which means you’ll have plenty of opportunities for personal and professional development. Backed by a supportive team, be part of accelerating our operational excellence with innovations in cutting-edge science, Lean ways of working and fast changing digital technologies.
In our fast-paced, growing environment, embrace an exciting opportunity to build a long-term, varied career. Experience leading edge digital innovations such as artificial intelligence and augmented reality that drives efficiencies and keeps a balanced workload. Enjoy varying shifts in a regulated but stimulating atmosphere. And gain invaluable experience and exposure in a team that wants to see you succeed.
Why Global Operations at AstraZeneca?
From molecule to medicine, our pipeline to deliver to patients is ever-growing and increasingly complex. Our Operations Team brings the Research & Development pipeline to life, from development and manufacturing, through to testing and delivery. We have the ambition to make our processes quicker, more affordable and more sustainable, leading to better outcomes.
It makes us proud to know we’re working with medicines that address unmet needs. With every decision we make, we are conscious of our very clear responsibility to deliver. So, we create a culture of continuous improvement – driven by our people.
With teams across 25 locations and a reach into global communities, your ideas can become a reality at scale, with the potential to genuinely improve the lives of patients and their families. Join the team where everyone feels a personal connection to the people that we impact.
Success Profile
Our success profile gives you a better idea of whether the job is right for you. These are the behaviours you’ll need in order to thrive.
Problem solver
Disciplined thinkers and doers, we thrive in our often intense and varied environment, seeking out new challenges and working towards new solutions. As an avid problem solver, you’ll do well here.
Eager to learn
If you’re proactive with a thirst for knowledge, we’ll provide you with every resource to grow. We’ll give you what you need to achieve autonomy, advance your career and work with advanced technologies.
Open to change
In a global biopharmaceutical, things change quickly – and it’s up to us in Operations to make sure that change goes smoothly. The ability to be adaptable plays a huge role in whether our continuous improvement succeeds.
Patient-first mindset
The medicines you manufacture, package and deliver in Operations help people. If you have the passion and the drive to make people’s lives better – then this is the place for you.
Responsibilities
Maintenance Technician, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Apprenticeship, Coppell Texas
Onsite Location: Coppell, Texas
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Thank you for your interest in the AstraZeneca Apprenticeship Program.
As you prepare your application, we ask that you thoughtfully complete all sections and provide detailed responses. This program is unique in that there are no specific prerequisites for applicable skills or work experiences. It is important that you offer us a comprehensive profile of your motivation and preparation for joining the program that could lead to dynamic new career path
To ensure your application receives full consideration, we strongly recommend that you:
- Provide detailed information wherever requested.
- Use formal writing skills to communicate clearly and effectively.
Please take the time to present yourself fully and thoughtfully.
Thank you for your attention to these details. We look forward to learning more about you through your application.
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This is a 2-year full-time, DOL-registered Apprentice Program, starting November 25th, 2024.
This role is in our manufacturing operations site, which run 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Successful applicants must be willing to work 1st Shift, 2nd Shift, and 3rd Shift on a rotating basis, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Applications Open: August 5, 2024
Application Close: September 15, 2024
About the Programme
AstraZeneca offers a unique full-time opportunity that combines training with hands-on, paid practical experience. As an apprentice, you will not only receive a competitive salary but also work towards achieving a nationally accredited vocational qualification that can be carried with you wherever your career takes you.
Throughout the program, you will work alongside expert managers and mentors to gain in-depth experience and tackle real tasks. This means being part of our journey to provide life-changing medicine to patients all over the world.
Benefits for AZ Apprentices
- Learn and earn while working towards achieving a nationally accredited vocational qualification
- A competitive base salary and potential annual bonus
- Healthcare coverage, well-being programs, and contribution to retirement savings plan (401k)
- Paid vacation time and floating holidays
- An employee recognition program, which highlights and rewards exceptional work
- Comprehensive development resources and programs
What You Will Do
Through the apprenticeship, you will receive training in the maintenance of technical infrastructure and process validation and improvement. Within our Operations business area, the Manufacturing function is responsible for producing our medicines, everything from receipt of materials, through processing, and packaging.
As a Maintenance Technician, you may carry out duties such as:
- Supporting the installation, maintenance, and repair of equipment.
- Performing cleaning and lean manufacturing activities in line with Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
- Documenting maintenance work orders in our Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
Minimum Requirements
- 0 years of related work experience required
- Must have earned a high school diploma or equivalency diploma by start date
- Must be willing to take 30-min, multiple-choice, online assessment
- The ability to stand for prolonged periods as this is an "on the floor" role that requires cleanroom gowning and physically lifting as much 50Lbs at times
- Must be able to commute daily to the AstraZeneca facility
Preferred Requirements
- Proficiency in English
- High school science (Physics, Chemistry, Life Sciences
Here, you will learn while making meaningful contributions, because regardless of role or level, we all have an important part to play in making a positive difference. Join us and take your first step toward a successful career in manufacturing!
Application and Interview Processes
Please note that applicants must submit:
- Resume of current or previous work history
- Proof of completion from an accredited high school (diploma/GED),
- May consider proof of enrollment (written documentation from the school administrator) if you will graduate by the start date.
As this is a nationally registered apprenticeship, you will receive a Department of Labor Voluntary Disability Disclosure Form after you submit your application.
All applicants are required to complete a 30-minute, multiple-choice online assessment. You will receive the assessment within 2 weeks of applying, and you will have 5 days to complete it. If selected, our virtual panel interviews are tentatively scheduled during the week of October 21, 2024.
About our Coppell, TX Site
Coppell is one of eight AZ US manufacturing sites. Situated just 20 miles northwest of Dallas, our site includes manufacturing, laboratory, warehousing, utilities, and administrative space. The site is dedicated to the global production and supply of Lokelma, a cardio-renal medicine that reaches patients worldwide. The Coppell site offers convenient amenities including an on-site café, food delivery service, and a fitness center.
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EEOC Pledge
AstraZeneca will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information, or because they are an individual with a disability or a person 40 years old or older. AstraZeneca will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 30.
Your Right to Equal Opportunity
It is against the law for a sponsor of an apprenticeship program registered for Federal purposes to discriminate against an apprenticeship applicant or apprentice based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age (40 years or older), genetic information, or disability. The sponsor must ensure equal opportunity with regard to all terms, conditions, and privileges associated with apprenticeship.
Filling a Discrimination Complaint
If you think that you have been subjected to discrimination, you may file a complaint within 300 days from the date of the alleged discrimination or failure to follow the equal opportunity standards with:
U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Apprenticeship
200 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, D.C., 20210
Telephone Number: (202) 693-2614
Email Address: ApprenticeshipEEOcomplaints@dol.gov
Point of Contact: Director, Division of Standards and Quality
Attn: Apprenticeship EEO Complaints
You may also be able to file complaints directly with the The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), 1-800-669-4000 (toll free) or 1-800-669-6820 (toll-free TTY number for individual with hearing impairments). EEOC field office information is available at www.eeoc.gov or in most telephone directories in the US Government or Federal Government section. Additional information about EEOC, including information about charge filing, is available at www.eeoc.gov.
Each complaint filed must be made in writing and include the following information:
1. Complainant's name, address and telephone number, or other means for contacting the complainant;
2. The identity of the respondent (i.e. the name, address, and telephone number of the individual or entity that the complainant alleges is responsible for the discrimination);
3. A short description of the events that the complainant believes were discriminatory, including but not limited to when the events took place, what occurred, and why the complainant believes the actions were discriminatory (for example, because of his/her race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age (40 or older), genetic information, or disability);
4. The complainant's signature or the signature of the complainant's authorized representative.
AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
Reasons to Join
Benefits
Training
We offer training as soon as you join. This will leave you feeling confident about the job ahead and excited to get started. From there, you have the opportunity to complete qualifications, develop into a leader within your area of expertise and inspire others to reach their potential.
Future-focused technology
With automation and machine learning changing the Operations environment, we are investing in cutting-edge technologies that improve flow whilst making you more effective in your work. And our Lean ways of working will help you innovate with a digital-first mindset.
Work/life balance
Whether you’re working around studies, parenthood or caring for loved ones, our shift patterns help make work manageable and life a lot easier. It’s all part of our commitment to making Operations the place for agile and committed innovators.
Mobility
In Operations, you can move both upwards and sideways. Whether you want to aim for management, use your skills in a different department or even help other sites achieve consistency, we want our people to grow in the direction that is right for them.
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