Environmental Monitoring Sampling Technician I - AP - EM - Nights

About the Department

At Novo Nordisk, we want to make a difference. For more than 100 years, we have led the way in diabetes care. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on life-changing careers, and the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.

In NC, we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains.  Our Product Supply Aseptic Manufacturing (PS AM) facility in Clayton, NC is a 457,000 square foot aseptic "fill and finish" site that is responsible for producing innovative, injectable diabetes and obesity treatments. At PS AM, you’ll join a global network of manufacturing professionals who are passionate about what they do.

What we offer you:

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 12 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards

At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career.  Are you ready to realize your potential?  Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.
 

The Position

The Environmental Monitoring Technician performs environmental monitoring (EM) of the aseptic area, which includes collecting viable air, total particle, surface, personnel, and water samples in support of facility environmental monitoring procedures, and in accordance with cGMP, NNPILP, and corporate policies. The role involves working in accordance with the Novo Nordisk Way and participating in initiatives to drive process improvements within the EM department.

Relationships

Associate Manager.

Essential Functions

• Maintain classified production areas by performing routine and non-routine environmental monitoring
• Collect EM and water samples
• Performs & documents all work in accordance with GMP, site & corporate procedures & policies
• Utilize PEMS system to create labels, collect & submit EM samples
• Utilize gLIMS system to create labels, collect & submit utility samples
• Maintains a safe working environment & ensures compliance with all safety & environmental procedures & regulations
• Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Other accountabilities, as assigned

Physical Requirements

Moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Routinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using hands. Strap & unstrap pallets using hands. Must be able to be on your feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May require corrected vision to 20/20 or 20/25 based on role. May require color vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous &/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear latex gloves. May perform critical job functions in extremely cold work environments depending on site. May position oneself within confined spaces for inspection if required of the role. Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection. May be required to secure a motorized vehicle license & operate a motorized vehicle based on the role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of six (6) months manufacturing experience required
• (Requirement may be waived with related military experience, a Bioworks/BioBlend certification or equivalent from an accredited college, or a current Novo Nordisk contractor that has 3 months of demonstrated performance in the relevant area)
• Experience working in an FDA regulated environment preferred
• Aseptic processing or Environmental monitoring experience preferred
• Ability to read, write & understand product documentation & standard operating procedures with attention to detail required
• Strong communication skills & general computer skills (MS Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) preferred
• Demonstrated expertise in planning/organizing, managing execution, checking results & revising the work plan in accordance with the daily work plan a plus

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.