Manufacturing Operator I - Bulk Processing

About the Department For more than 100 years, Novo Nordisk has been tackling the unmet medical needs of people living with serious chronic diseases, such as diabetes & obesity. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on life-changing careers, and the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world. In NC, we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains. Our Emerging Technologies - Oral Finished Products facility in Durham, NC is a 194,000 square foot tableting and packaging facility that supports the production of our innovative oral treatments for patients with type 2 diabetes. OFP maintains a curious and pioneering spirit, harmonious with our growing pipeline of new products and emerging technologies. What we offer you:

Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions

All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays

Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one

Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option

Family Focused Benefits including 12 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave

Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products

Tuition Assistance

Life & Disability Insurance

Employee Referral Awards

At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.

The Position

Efficiently, effectively & safely clean, setup & operate manufacturing equipment to achieve production goals, while adhering to applicable cGMPs & SOPs.

Relationships

Day Shift Manager.

Essential Functions

Setup, operate, monitor & control equipment, systems & processes

Clean & sanitize manufacturing, filling & packaging rooms & equipment per SOPs

Execute production schedule to achieve production goals

Handle labeling & components correctly; transferring, counting, FIFO, returns, etc

Participate actively in & support event response

Review & author SOPs & other documents as required

Identify, report & resolve quality issues

Execute &/or assist during equipment maintenance, including restoration of lost function, predictive & preventative maintenance

Train fellow employees in areas of expertise & aggressively learn systems & equipment outside of own expertise (with the appropriate experience & skill level)

Record/review production data in BPR & associated forms

Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties

Other accountabilities, as assigned

Physical Requirements

Moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Routinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using hands. Strap & unstrap pallets using hands. Must be able to be on your feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May require corrected vision to 20/20 or 20/25 based on role. May require color vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous &/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear latex gloves. May perform critical job functions in extremely cold work environments depending on site. May position oneself within confined spaces for inspection if required of the role. Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection. May be required to secure a motorized vehicle license & operate a motorized vehicle based on the role.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required

Associate’s degree preferred

Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a manufacturing industry preferred or may consider a completed BioWorks/BioBlend Certificate, military experience or a current contingent worker with three (3) months of demonstrated performance in the role/relevant area in lieu of work experience

FDA regulated industry & solid dose manufacturing experience preferred

Ability to read, write & understand complicated product documentation & standard operating procedures with attention to detail required

Computer literacy including use of Microsoft Office suite programs required

Some basic mechanical skills preferred

Must be available to work Monday - Thursday 6a - 430pm.

Solid dose experience is preferred but not required.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.