Novo Nordisk US

Technical Area Specialist

Novo Nordisk US$75K — $95K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in a technical field required; Associate's Degree considered with extensive experience
  • High School Diploma with substantial maintenance experience considered
  • Minimum of five years of maintenance or manufacturing experience required, ideally in pharmaceuticals
  • Leadership experience preferred, indicating capability in team management
  • Familiarity with high-speed automated systems like Filling, Formulation, or Packaging preferred
  • Experience in process improvement methodologies like Lean or Six Sigma preferred
  • Demonstrated skills in mentoring, change management, and organizing complex tasks preferred

Responsibilities

  • Act as a maintenance advocate to enhance scheduling and remove obstacles
  • Coach and mentor maintenance technicians on technical competencies
  • Execute maintenance process confirmations and collaborate for quality improvements
  • Oversee the maintenance Event Response process and ensure efficient execution
  • Track maintenance events and ensure action visibility
  • Confirm adherence to maintenance standards by technicians
  • Verify and document effective solutions and procedures across shifts
  • Manage and develop training plans for maintenance staff
  • Execute the shift maintenance plan and oversee work order closures
  • Maintain accurate documentation in SAP and logbooks
  • Implement suggested process improvements and uphold safety standards

Benefits

  • Comprehensive training and mentorship opportunities
  • Focus on professional development with clear pathways for career advancement
  • Engagement in process improvement initiatives that enhance skills
  • Strong emphasis on teamwork and collaborative problem-solving
  • Supportive work environment committed to safety and compliance
Full Job Description
The Position

Coach, support, and develop technical competencies on shift needed to support successful execution of production and maintenance processes.

Relationships

Reports to Manager.

Essential Functions
  • Acts as a maintenance advocate, coordinating daily schedule, removing barriers and enabling maintenance to run optimally
  • Serves as coach and technical mentor for maintenance technicians
  • Execute process confirmation of maintenance standards used on shift and work with process team to find ideas to proactively improve quality and compliance
  • Coach maintenance Event Response process
  • Visualize/track events and actions
  • Confirm maintenance technicians understand and follow processes
  • Check that solutions are verified to work and shared across shifts
  • Manage development plan for maintenance technicians on shift
  • Execute shift maintenance plan, review and close work orders
  • Ensure maintenance work is properly documented in SAP and log books
  • Implements process improvements
  • 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. Ability to be on feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May require corrected vision to 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. Occasionally performs critical job functions in extremely cold work environments. Occasionally positions oneself within confined spaces for inspection, repair & maintenance of equipment. Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection. Occasionally works in outdoor weather conditions. Able to pass a driving exam for powered industrial trucks. Does not require a valid driver's license.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in a technical field of study from an accredited university required
  • May consider an Associate's Degree in a technical field of study from an accredited university required with a minimum of seven (7) years of maintenance or manufacturing experience required, preferably in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
  • May consider a High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of nine (9) years of maintenance or manufacturing experience required, preferably in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
  • Minimum of five (5) years of maintenance or manufacturing experience required, preferably in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
  • Leadership experience (direct or indirect) preferred
  • Knowledgeable in one or more of the following high-speed or automated systems: Filling, Formulation, Inspection, Assembly, Bulk manufacturing, Packaging, Utilities, or HVAC preferred
  • Experience driving process improvements/design using systematic methodologies preferred, preferably Lean and Six Sigma
  • Proven expertise in mentoring/developing, change management, planning/organizing, managing execution, and revising the work plan for complex problems solved by cross functional teams preferred


About Novo Nordisk US

Novo Nordisk is a global healthcare company that specializes in diabetes care and other chronic diseases. The company was founded in Denmark in 1923 and has since expanded to become a leading provider of insulin and other diabetes treatments. Novo Nordisk operates in more than 80 countries and employs over 43,000 people worldwide. The company is committed to improving the lives of people with diabetes and other chronic conditions through innovative research, development, and manufacturing of pharmaceutical products. Novo Nordisk US is headquartered in Plainsboro, New Jersey and has facilities in several other states including North Carolina and New Hampshire.
Learn more about Novo Nordisk US
Size
49,295 employees
Market Cap
$230.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$42.1 billion
Founded
1923
5 Year Trend
+4.7%
Revenue
$126.9 billion
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