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
Join our Frederick Manufacturing Center (FMC) team, where we operate upstream, downstream, and central services processing equipment according to established SOPs. Our facility is committed to creating life-changing medicines for people around the world, recognized as a Top 50 Business in Frederick and awarded Frederick County’s Best Place to Work. With over 800 employees, we make a direct impact on treating cancer, respiratory, and autoimmune conditions globally. We celebrate our achievements through various events and are committed to continuous learning and skill-building for our staff. Be part of our journey to shape the future of AstraZeneca Operations!
THIS IS A NIGHT SHIFT POSITION: 2:00 PM - 2:30 AM
Accountabilities:
- Operate processing equipment according to established SOPs, MPRs, & SPRs in accordance with cGMPs. Related operations include but are not limited to solution preparation, cell culture, purification & formulation, and supporting activities.
- Serve as a qualified trainer on-the-floor.
- Follow and implement cGMP documentation.
- Maintain qualifications in Production Technician duties.
- Apply Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
- Contribute to problem-solving activities and troubleshooting for non-routine activities on the production floor.
- Lead indirect processing activities in support of MFG operations.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned or identified.
- Respect and support AstraZeneca's values and behaviors.
Essential Skills/Experience:
- 0-1 years experience with Bachelors, >1 year with Associates, >2 years with High School Diploma
- Ability to work independently or in collaboration with others on assigned tasks
- Ability to follow cGMP standards
- Must possess computer skills
- Ability to follow instructions and directions
- Prior experience with aseptic/cGMP standards
- Prior experience in Bioprocessing work environment/systems/equipment operation
Desirable Skills/Experience:
- BS/BA degree preferred
- Degree in STEM field
When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work entirely onsite. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.
AstraZeneca offers an environment where you can thrive with standardized ways of working driven by Lean principles. Embrace creativity, dig deep, ask questions, and problem-solve together. Our standardized approach drives efficiencies through our processes and focuses us on the essentials. With constant new products and launches, there's never been a better time to join Supply Chain and make a significant contribution to life-changing medicines.
Ready to make a difference? Apply now and join us in our mission to improve lives!
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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