Electro Mechanical Operations Specialist

Please note there are day, swing, and night shift positions available. Positions will work front half back half and includes one weekend day eeach (10 hour or 12 hour workdays)

Hillsboro Technical Operations (HTO) is a drug product & finished goods manufacturing organization responsible for the reliable delivery of Roche’s commercial portfolio & pipeline products.  The Operations organization at HTO is divided into 3 value streams, which combine to produce millions of units of life-saving medicine every year to patients around the world.

The Opportunity:

In this exciting role, you will perform a wide variety of tasks and operations that are required to formulate and fill sterile pharmaceutical products in a state-of-the-art, automated production and packaging facility. Troubleshoot, maintain, and continuously improve all production equipment as required.  You will participate in planned maintenance events. You will coach and develop technical capabilities on associated operation shift to promote process knowledge depth for the frontline team. You will perform  operations that will be carried out in compliance with cGMPs, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), product recipes, and Genentech standards.

• You will perform set up, change over, and test run equipment for various production formats and optimize system performance during production runs.

• You will support investigations to identify the root causes (RCAs) of equipment failures or process deviations and implement corrective actions.

• You will apply subject matter expertise to troubleshoot and improve automated equipment/systems operations.  

• You will perform preventative maintenance and repairs.

• You will utilize system design documentation (piping and instrumentation diagrams, drawings, and specifications) to troubleshoot systems and safely perform Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO).

• You will execute and participate in equipment installations, validation activities, and process improvements as a member of a project team.

• You will perform training, upskilling, and technical development of operations staff.

• You will conduct environmental monitoring activities in the manufacturing areas as required.

Who you are:
 

• You are a graduate of a two year Associate's Degree program in Electro-Mechanical Discipline (e.g. Aerospace, Automotive, Food and Beverage, or Semiconductor) 

• You have 5 to 10 years experience in the maintenance and mechanical and/or electrical support of complex mechanical equipment. 

• You have an understanding of mechanical systems, such as pumps, motors, valves, and conveyors

• You have an understanding of instrumentation (sensors, transmitters, measuring devices), PLCs, control circuitry, feedback loops and control systems

• You are able to work all shifts (1st, 2"d, or 3rd) and are able to work  overtime as needed

• You are able to lift 45 pounds, and stand for an extended period of time.

• You are able to successfully pass all job-related tests and certifications required for working in a cGMP, quality environment.

Preferred:

• You have experience with manufacturing processes involving washing, filling, conveying, sealing, inspection and/or packaging of products/containers

• You are proficient in aseptic techniques, environmental monitoring and cGMP process controls.  Firm understanding of GDP and application in paper based and electronic systems.

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The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location for this position of Hillsboro, OR is $58,500- $134,000. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, level, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.  This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Link to Benefits

Relocation benefits are not available for this position.

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

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