Packaging Associate (12 month fixed term contract)

This is what you will do:

The Packaging Operator is responsible for the day to day packaging activities at the Dublin facility. They are responsible for ensuring that all packaging activities are completed as per approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), in a safe manner and in compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

The individual in this position is expected to represent Alexion Pharmaceutical interests, objectives and policies in a professional and responsible manner.

You will be responsible for:

• Ensure all training on equipment, processes, and facility and safety   procedures are maintained and up to date at all times
• Perform day-to-day packaging activities to meet schedules while ensuring a high level of GMP compliance
• Maintain a high, and continuously improving, level of GMP compliance to ensure patient safety and to minimize risk to the company business
• Work on own initiative and be self driven
• To aid with troubleshooting and resolving operational problems during packaging
• Routinely draft and revise standard operating procedures and master batch records
• To aid in deviation investigations and closures
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas needing improvement, recommending strategies for improvement, and implementing those strategies once approved
• Support Regulatory licensure activities, including agency inspections
• To perform any other task or duties as assigned by Area Supervisor

You will need to have:

• 2-5 years experience in Packaging Operations in a fast paced GMP environment.
• Must be able to work within and adapt to complex electronic systems such as SAP, serialization equipment/platforms.
• Good level of knowledge of regulatory and GMP requirements.
• Be energetic and flexible.
• Be a good team player.
• The duties of this role are generally conducted in a pharmaceutical packaging environment.  As is typical of a pharmaceutical packaging-based role, employees must be able, with or without an accommodation to: frequently lift/carry 15/30 pounds unassisted/assisted; stand for prolonged periods of time; walk and move for prolonged periods of time; gown/degown PPE; use a computer with a keyboard and mouse; collaborate with others; maintain general availability during shift hours.

We would prefer for you to have:

• A proven track record of improvement activities in previous roles.
• A proven track record of involvement in extra side teams – for example Safety Team, Quality Team, OEE Team.  
• Third level qualification in a scientific or engineering discipline or equivalent would be desirable.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.