Cell Operator Jobs in New York (NOW HIRING)

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow all area governing SOPs, WPs, and batch records with an emphasis on Right First-Time performance
• Ensure prompt and precise data entry
• Maintain compliance with training requirements
• Keep Manufacturing Support areas in an “audit ready” state
• Provide “flow to the work” support when needed/available
• Perform equipment cleaning and maintenance in accordance with governing SOP requirements
• Escalate and help reconcile any observed compliance or safety issues
• Support monthly and annual cycle counts; Ensure accurate SAP/MES inventories for all components
• Properly segregate and store all conditioned materials and verify inventory accuracy of GMP and non-GMP LN2 storage locations
• Receive and inspect incoming leukapheresis and receive and store final products from scheduled patient processing
• Package and ship final products and coordinate the shipping, receiving, storage, and processing of goods, possibly including imports/exports
• Resolve outstanding issues with internal and external customers through follow-up communication
• Ensure availability and accuracy of all materials and documentation to avoid impediments to daily activities

Essential Requirements:

• High School diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred
• 1 year of related experience in a cGMP/FDA regulated industry strongly preferred; Warehouse experience also preferred
• Be proficient in various operating systems, such as LIMS, SAP, and MES
• Strong interpersonal, written, and communication skills, along with problem-solving and follow-up abilities.
• Must be well organized, flexible, and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., assisted.
• Requires handling chemicals such as corrosives, solvents, and bio-hazardous material.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $25.19 and $43.22 per hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers who are focused on building and advancing a culture of inclusion that values and celebrates individual differences, uniqueness, backgrounds and perspectives. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the world around us and connects us to the patients, customers and communities we serve.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to us.reasonableaccommodations@novartis.com or call +1(877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

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