Manufacturing and Supply
Where the
miracles of
science are made
a reality for patients

Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Technician

Location: Northborough, MA

Mon - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. With occasional weekends -Must be flexible

About the Job

We deliver 4.3 billion healthcare solutions to people every year, thanks to the flawless planning and meticulous eye for detail of our Manufacturing & Supply teams. With your talent and ambition, we can do even more to protect people from infectious diseases and bring hope to patients and their families. 

The Packaging group, located at the Northborough Operations Center facility, is responsible for labeling and packaging of final drug product vials as finished product for sale and distribution to U.S., European and International markets in support of a global patient population.  In the process of performing these functions, Packaging interacts with and receives support from the Quality Assurance, Materials Management, Facilities Engineering, Validation, Metrology and Manufacturing Technical Support groups.  In addition, Packaging interacts with outside contractors, vendors, internal auditors and representatives of various Regulatory agencies.

We are an innovative global healthcare company with one purpose: to chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We’re also a company where you can flourish and grow your career, with countless opportunities to explore, make connections with people, and stretch the limits of what you thought was possible. Ready to get started?

Main Responsibilities:

• The candidate will operate, set-up, changeover and clean various automated and manual packaging equipment in strict accordance with SOP’s, Good Manufacturing Practices and Safety policies/procedures.

• Document production activities in batch records, log sheets, attachments and/or electronic Batch Records.

• Follow operational procedures and both written and verbal instructions from the supervisor.

• Perform manual packaging on an assembly line.

• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. and move heavy objects (e.g., product vial cages, pallets of packaging materials).

• Ability to stand for 3 or more hours while operating packaging equipment.

• Identify and communicate process deviations to the supervisor.

• Keep all training up to date and retrain prior to expiration date.

• Work with hazardous materials (e.g., Isopropyl Alcohol, Butanone).

• Work closely with various level manufacturing and support personnel in a dynamic and team oriented environment.

• Routinely and safely handle high value product vials in various stages of packaging completion.

• Use computer-based systems for timecards, e-mail and inventory management.

• Performs general maintenance and repair as required on automated and Semi-automated machines used in packaging to ensure optimal operation.

• Reviews, revises and follows operational procedures, follow both written and verbal instructions from the supervisor.

• Periodically check and maintain flammables cabinet, satellite hazardous waste accumulation station.

About You

Basic Qualifications:

• This is a daytime position with occasional weekend work.

• High School Diploma / GED.

• 1-2 years working in a packaging, or equivalent manufacturing environment.

• Demonstrated basic math skills and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2-3 years working in a packaging, or equivalent manufacturing environment.

• Packaging operations require gowning consisting of hairnet, beard cover, lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, shoe covers and task specific personal protective equipment

Special Working Conditions:

• Packaging operations require retrieval (and subsequent storage) of product vials from a 2-8°C cold room.

Why Choose Us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.

• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.

• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.

• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.

THE FINE PRINT -

• For influenza production roles (excluding FFIP roles): candidate must be able to be receive influenza vaccine which is required for building access

• For aseptic area production roles (excluding Flu production tech roles): candidate must be able to obtain and maintain current aseptic gowning qualification

• This position may be required to be moved or temporarily flexed to another department or building within the FFIP operation due to business needs. Additionally, candidates should expect to work in multiple buildings. Some over-time/off-shift work hours may be required based on business needs. We will attempt to provide as much advance notice as possible, two weeks where applicable if any such change is needed.

• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs., and bend/lift/move objects as part of the job.

• Able to stand for up to 8 hours a day (with occasional breaks)

Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

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All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.