Purification Technician I/II

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

Purification Technician I/II

12 Hr Rotating Shift  6a-6p // 6p-6a

The Plasma Purification Technician performs fundamental and complex tasks within a GMP environment by cleaning and maintaining the workplace, cleaning, assembling and disassembling operating equipment per applicable procedures, assisting with process control manipulations and maintaining records/logs in accordance with current standard procedures.

Primary responsibilities for role:

• Performs all duties described at the Purification Technician level.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge, understanding and application of GMP and housekeeping requirements.
• Independently operates production equipment.
• Demonstrates the ability to trouble-shoot, identify and analyze unusual situations and recommend appropriate action for safety and product integrity.
• Demonstrates considerable initiative in job performance so that close supervision is not necessary.
• Cooperates and works with those in other departments as well as those in the immediate area to aid in a constructive approach toward departmental problems and process or equipment changes as instructed by supervisor.
• Processes products through final sterile bulk stage (i.e. dilution, dispensing and proper sampling).
• Assists in training less experienced operators in production, GMP and housekeeping.
• Performs bulk processing and filtration involving processing parameters (i.e. pH, weights, suspension, etc.).
• Performs real time documentation during production run and maintains accurate records/logs.

 
This job description is intended to present the general content and requirements for the performance of this job.  The description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.  Managers and supervisors may assign other duties as needed.
 
Additional Responsibilities:
Isolate  target proteins from intermediates and process to a sterile bulk and deliver for filling.
 
Requirements:
Tech I
Experience: See education
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Candidate must possess a high school diploma or equivalent plus Bioworks Certificate or a high school diploma plus 1 year production manufacturing experience in a regulated industry (i.e. FDA, USDA, NRC) within the past 5 years or a 2 or 4 year college degree.
Knowledge: Basic math skills, basic computer skills, mechanical aptitude, detail oriented, ability to work in a team environment and exercise good judgment.
 
Tech II
Education: See Experience
Experience: Typically requires a minimum of 12 months as a Technician in his/her respective department before receiving consideration for advancement to Purification Tech II.  Employee must receive a minimum of a meets expectations overall rating on his/her most recent performance review.
Knowledge:
Basic math skills, basic computer skills, mechanical aptitude, detail oriented, ability to work in a team environment and exercise good judgment.
 
Depending on the area of assignment, directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the stated requirements.  Example:  If a job level requires a Bachelor’s degree plus 4 years of experience, an equivalency could include 8 years of experience, an Associate’s degree with 6 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 2 years of experience.
 
Occupational Demands:
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, as well as stand/walk continuously during the shift, and work rotating shifts.
Required vaccination for hepatitis B due to exposure to plasma fractions
 
Employee Referral Program Eligible

Third Party Agency and Recruiter Notice:

Agencies that present a candidate to Grifols must have an active, nonexpired, Grifols Agency Master Services Agreement with the Grifols Talent Acquisition Department. Additionally, agencies may only submit candidates to positions that they have been engaged to work on by a Grifols Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to a Grifols Recruiter under these terms or they will be considered a Grifols candidate.

Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristic or status protected by law. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

Location: NORTH AMERICA : USA : NC-Clayton:USNC0002 - Clayton 

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