Central Services Technician III

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Severn
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Technician III, Central Services Catalent Pharma Solutions is looking to hire a Technician III, Central Services (Night Shift) to support our Gene Therapy Team in Harmans, MDCatalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life-cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi-modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life-enhancing and life-saving treatments for patients annually.Our FDA-licensed, state-of-the-art CGMP manufacturing facility for Gene Therapies is located on the Harmans/BWI campus. The campus, featuring two manufacturing facilities is located 5 miles from the Baltimore Washington International (BWI) airport and 13 miles from our--. The campus is close to Washington, DC's I-270 Technology Corridor, top universities, and government agencies.-- The Harmans/BWI-1 EMA and FDA approved facility, at approximately 200,000 sq. ft., houses 10 CGMP manufacturing suites, fill/finish, central services, testing labs, and a warehouse. The Harmans/BWI-2 facility, at approximately 145,000 sq. ft., is under development and will house 8 CGMP manufacturing suites and cold storage warehousing.The--Central Services Technician--III is responsible for--supporting the--manufacturing processes in Central Services,--through the application of broad knowledge of theories and principles utilized to solve operational, as well as routine tasks in the production of bulk biologics from microbial and cell culture systems for Phase I/II--& commercial--GMP manufacturing.--This position will take place on the night shift (7:00pm-7:00am on a 2-2-3 rotation). It will require a rotating schedule that includes working Weekends.Catalent is committed to a Patient First culture through excellence in quality and--compliance, and to the safety of every patient, consumer, and Catalent employee.--The Role

• Completes Batch Production Records under cGMP, and documents in detail--through the use of--SOPs and BPRs for the processes and manufacturing steps, and a focus on proactive 'right the first time' executions.
• Proven ability to utilize central services processing equipment according to established SOPs. This equipment includes but is not limited to biological safety cabinets, various mixers, autoclaves, washers, balances/scales, Ph/ Conductivity meters
• Generates operational protocol(s), internal or external documents--including--SOPs, BPRs, deviations and summary reports--
• May work with Process Development team and collaborate with Manufacturing Sciences and Technology group to transfer new projects into GMP----
• Generate and revise internal and external documents (SOPs, BRs)--
• Support initiation and closure of deviations; may serve as the lead in the departmental investigation and be responsible for closing out deviations and CAPAs--
• Troubleshoot--process and equipment problems; Work with Facilities and Validation to maintain manufacturing equipment----
• Recommend equipment and other supply purchases within the production areas--
• Develop creative solutions to operational problems by leveraging knowledge of available theories and proven solutions--
• Work closely with production management for current and new manufacturing projects and help develop processes/techniques to meet contract objectives and avoid operational delays--
• Assist in the scheduling of daily activities for the Central Services department.
• Interact with clients during initial and subsequent manufacturing campaigns; may be responsible to oversee and escort the person-in-plant (PIP) during manufacturing campaigns--
• Participate in facility expansion and equipment validation activities--
• Other duties as assignedThe Candidate
  • HS or GED with 5+ years' experience with upstream (fermentation/bioreactor) or downstream (column chromatography, buffer/media skid) biologic production processes under GMP compliance OR
  • Associate degree in a Scientific, Engineering or Biotech field with 4+ years' experience with upstream (fermentation/bioreactor) or downstream (column chromatography, buffer/media skid) biologic production processes under GMP compliance OR
  • Bachelor's degree in a Scientific, Engineering or Biotech field with 2-3 years' experience with upstream (fermentation/bioreactor) or downstream (column chromatography, buffer/media skid) biologic production processes under GMP compliance
  • Outstanding knowledge, and ability to apply scientific principles utilized to solve operational, as well as routine production tasks--
  • Excellent documentation skills including comprehension, review & establishing Batch Production Records, SOP's, deviation & summary reports--
  • Thorough knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP's), and all relevant safety procedures within the company. General understanding of most areas in Manufacturing and supporting functional groups.--
  • Must be team-oriented (proactively builds healthy working relationships between peers, their department and other groups).--
  • Able to fluently communicate in English.-- Exhibits excellent written and oral communication skills.--
  • Possesses a basic knowledge of non-manufacturing functions such as QC, Regulatory, QA, and/or Materials Management.--
  • Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with primary support functions.
  • Frequent standing, walking, bending. Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.The anticipated salary range for this position in Maryland is $58,240 to $80,080 plus shift differential and annual bonus, when eligible. The final salary offered to a successful candidate may vary, and will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, skillset, education, business needs, etc. Catalent is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.Why you should Join Catalent
    • Potential for career growth within an expanding team.
    • Defined career path and annual performance review & feedback process.
    • Cross-functional exposure to other areas within the organization.
    • Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K are all offered from day one of employment.
    • 152 hours of PTO and 8 paid holidays.Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career!-- Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.--personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.Visit to explore career opportunities.Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to . This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.--------Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Catalent Pharma Solutions (Catalent) is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Catalent employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Catalent. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you.Important Security Notice to U.S. Job Seekers:Catalent NEVER asks candidates to provide any type of payment, bank details, photocopies of identification, social security number or other highly sensitive personal information during the offer process, and we NEVER do so via email or social media. If you receive any such request, DO NOT respond- it is a fraudulent request. Please forward such requests to spam@catalent.com for us to investigate with local authorities.California Job Seekers can find our California Job Applicant Notice .

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