Production Technician
Company: Sanofi
Location: Mount Pocono
Posted on: July 1, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Title: Production Technician - Vaccines Location :
Swiftwater, PA About the Job We deliver 4.3 billion healthcare
solutions to people every year, thanks to the flawless planning and
meticulous eye for detail of our Manufacturing & Supply teams. With
your talent and ambition, we can do even more to protect people
from infectious diseases and bring hope to patients and their
families. The Swiftwater site is in northeast Pennsylvania and is
home to the production of over 120 million doses of injectables
that help prevent diseases and enhance patients' quality of life.
Our teams follow current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and
procedures while working in a fast-paced team environment. The
production technician is the “heartbeat” of the manufacturing
facilities and is responsible for the high quality and efficient
production of our injectables in accordance with current good
manufacturing practices (cGMP) for all relevant regulatory agencies
(e.g. FDA). 1st shift position Must be able to work weekends and
holidays as needed. We are an innovative global healthcare company
that helps the world stay ahead of infectious diseases by
delivering more than 500 million vaccine doses a year. Across
different countries, our talented teams are exploring new
technologies to protect people and promote healthy communities. We
chase the miracles of science every single day, pursuing Progress
to make a real impact on millions of patients around the world.
Main Responsibilities: Performs production in accordance with
volume fluctuation, business need and effective procedures.
Responsible for Manufacturing activities in assigned area.
Identifies all production issues and relays them to the leadership
team. Works to prepare assigned areas for the oncoming shifts.
Completes tasks and corresponding documentation as required by
cGMP. Position includes responsibilities to hand pack, operate
machinery, change over duties, and clean-up functions, to assure a
smooth transition between product lines. Works with Senior
Technicians and Managers to ensure a smooth operation. Works to
become trained in all assigned training modules. Trains and orients
new team members (at any level) as assigned. Follows all procedures
put into effect to ensure your safety as well as the safety of
others. Participates in monthly safety meetings. Report all safety
issues, concerns, incidents and near misses to the team leadership.
Actively participates in safety walk throughs coordinated by the
department’s safety team. Provides input for potential safety
issues as well as contributing ideas for corrective and
preventative actions. Follows effective procedures to ensure the
production of a safe and efficacious product. Works to understand
cGMP’s. Identifies areas of deficiency to the leadership team and
offers potential suggestions for improvements. Participates in both
deviation investigations when appropriate and implementation plans
to ensure a quality product. Works with the leadership team to
complete deviation investigations and root cause analysis. Works to
complete quality documentation (PDR’s, logbooks, etc.) accurately
in a timely manner. CFR (code of federal regulations) / PAI
inspection readiness. FDA audit understanding and awareness.
Participates in team meetings. Actively communicates improvement
ideas, issues, concerns, etc. to team members. Participates in
cross functional teams where necessary to complete projects in an
effective and timely manner. Ensures proper process area operation
by pre and post run set up and maintenance of equipment. Recommends
changes to PDR's, SOPS and SWIs when warranted. Write and edit
documents under supervision. Seeks out cross training in other
areas whenever possible. Responsible for assisting in writing and
assisting incident investigations, CAPA's, change controls, along
with assisting the higher tech levels and Principle Investigators
with projects. All other duties as assigned. About You You are
professional, detail-oriented, coachable, and a trainable person
who thrives in a fast-paced team environment. Experience : 6 months
of prior manufacturing/warehouse work experience and/or college
degree. Work experience may be used in lieu of college degree.
Veterans who served in the US military on active duty and/or
National Guard member who have receive honorable or general
discharge and/or medical discharge. Soft skills : Cooperates
willingly with colleagues, establishes rapport in a friendly and
courteous manner. Maintains positive working relationships and is
willing to help others. Technical skills : Basic computer skills
and previous production experience preferred. Education : High
school diploma or GED required, associate degree or bachelor's
degree preferred. Languages : Reading, writing, comprehension,
communication in English is a requirement, but all multi-lingual
languages welcomed. Special Requirements : Product specific
vaccination is required. Able to receive influenza vaccine,
required for building access. Why Choose Us? Bring the miracles of
science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your
career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home
or internationally. Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards
package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your
impact. Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide
range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality
healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’
gender-neutral parental leave. Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates
are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to
a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color;
creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality;
marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender,
gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation;
disability; veteran or military status or liability for military
status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood
trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to
genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.
GD-SP LI-SP LI-Onsite vhd All compensation will be determined
commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be
eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and
additional benefits information can be found here.
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