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Job Description
Manufacturing Tech III
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Manufacturing Tech III role is a junior-level position requiring practical knowledge of manufacturing methods and procedures. Work typically involves routine tasks as well as basic analytical activities that require identifying relevant factors and recognizing deviations from standard practice. The role operates within defined procedures, applying specific technical principles and sound judgment to determine appropriate actions.
The position also requires cross‑training in at least two manufacturing processes such as filling, hydration, coating, granulation, or compression. Additionally, the individual may participate in cross‑functional teams as part of daily operations.
MANUFACTURING TECH III
• Performs moderately complex aseptic processing, dispensing, compaction, granulation, milling, coating.
• Reports line performance issues to Team Lead.
• Performs troubleshooting activities independently.
• Works on more complex manufacturing processes.
• Assembles, disassembles, and operates aseptic filling equipment and lyophilizers.
• Prepares equipment for sterilization.
• Operates autoclaves, ovens, vial washers, and depyrogenation equipment.
• Cleans tanks, equipment, and manufacturing areas.
• Creates and maintains documentation—logbooks, batch records, etc.
• Acts as point of contact during compliance audits.
• Operates drum coaters and compression equipment.
• Dispenses ingredients for batches.
• Performs MBR updates and documentation.
• Performs manual handling of products.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
• Strong knowledge of SOPs and Master Batch Records.
• Good verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and administrative tools.
• Experience working in controlled environments.
• Demonstrated capability in training others in manufacturing processes.
• Ability to organize complex operational activities.
• Relevant experience.
• HS Diploma required; FETAC level 6 certification preferred.
• Prior experience in a cGMP‑regulated industry required.
It is the policy of Gilead Sciences, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates (collectively "Gilead" or the "Company") to recruit select and employ the most qualified persons available for positions throughout the Company. Except if otherwise provided by applicable law, all employment actions relating to issues such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, returns from layoffs, company-sponsored training, education assistance, social and recreational programs are administered on a non-discriminatory basis (i.e. without regard to protected characteristics or prohibited grounds, which may include an individual’s gender, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, medical condition, veteran status, and age, unless such protection is prohibited by federal, state, municipal, provincial, local or other applicable laws). Gilead also prohibits discrimination based on any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.
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