Process Technician (Inspection and Packaging) in Liverpool

Working under the Team Leader, the Process Technician is responsible for the manufacturing processes of inspection and packing (I&P) at Seqirus Liverpool by executing manufacturing operations in accordance with written procedures. This position is for an operator with the necessary skills and behaviours to achieve core 3 level. Therefore, subject matter expert and people leading experience/aptitudes are relevant in candidate criteria selection.

The role holder will help provide the technical skill set necessary to manufacture high quality vaccines in a compliant, efficient, and cost-effective manner. Works in a safe manner in compliance with all pertinent UK legislation, Seqirus mandatory policies, guidelines, and site procedures. When manufacturing, ensures that all departmental SOPs and MIs are followed:

• Ensure appropriate control, monitoring and delivery of activities in their area of work.
• Ensure that all documentation is completed correctly, accurately in a timely manner and signed by the relevant personnel.
• Carry out final documentation review and sign off to ensure documentation is right first time.
• Develop and coach team members and shift to success.
• Continuous improvement and use of appropriate lean tools.
• Ensure compliance to health and safety regulations.
• Consistently demonstrating the behaviours necessary to create a safe working environment for themselves and their colleagues.
• Maintain the production team’s and site standards in EHS, cGMP, productivity, and costs, including reporting and escalation of incidents in a timely manner.
• Actively maintain and promote a cGMP compliant culture, ensuring that the highest standards of housekeeping and safety are applied within the area in accordance with regulations.
• Apply the principles of lean manufacturing, problem solving, 5S, waste elimination and energy efficient activities in support of continuous improvement.
• Execute manufacturing-lead tasks during equipment qualification and process validation in accordance with site procedures and compliance with all safety and quality (cGMP) requirements.
• Participate in investigations (safety, quality, or other incidents) related to the I&P operation.
• Work with various stakeholders to identify and correct the root cause and implement preventive actions to reduce the possibility of reoccurrence.
• Work with the Team Leader to resolve issues encountered while executing manufacturing tasks by providing improvement recommendations.
• Work with other stakeholders and process operators to implement corrective actions.
• Maximise individual contribution to achieve team objectives.
• Work as a team member, providing and receiving support and feedback to team members and their Team Leader.
• Communicate and liaise with members of other teams, customers, and suppliers to meet business objectives.
• Flexibly support other departments when required, providing adequate training is received and it is safe to do so.
• Suggest solutions to issues which may arise.
• Ensure that documentation is completed compliantly and in a timely manner.
• Extract and interpret batch and system performance data e.g., SAP & GLIMS to enable timely problem solving and root cause analyses.
• Attend all compulsory and allocated training courses required for the role.
• Ensure that all training is completed in a timely manner and that personal training records are kept up to date.
• Continue to develop new skills, competencies, and behaviours to fulfil both current and future business needs.
• Demonstrate the application of the skills required for their role.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

• Previous experience in inspection or packaging of aseptic products held within a cold chain preferred.
• Good personal qualities and interpersonal skills such as concern for standards, integrity, communication, and discretion.
• Competent in the daily use of computer systems, e.g., SAP & GLIMS.
• Demonstrated knowledge of cGMP (and FDA requirements a plus).
• Basic mechanical aptitude or knowledge of electronic/mechanical equipment.

Experience Requirements

• Relevant experience and competence in cGMP and sterile product Inspection & Packaging operations in Biotech or Pharma industry preferred, ideally within Inspection and Packaging.
• Experience of Groninger, Brevetti or Marchesini machines advantageous.
• Relevant Degree Qualification preferred.

Our Benefits

CSL Seqirus is committed to attracting and retaining world-class employees who are valued for their contributions to achieving business objectives.