Operations Technician

About Phibro Animal Health Corporation

Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a publicly traded organization with a rich history spanning nearly 100 years of service. The Company is a global manufacturer of medicated feed additives, feed ingredients, advanced nutrition solutions, vaccines and specialty chemicals for various industrial markets. Phibro’s revenues are in excess of $820 million, and are supported by over 1500 employees worldwide.

The Operations Technician is an integral part of our Manufacturing team based out of our Ireland - Sligo site.

Key Responsibilities

The Operations Technician is a member of the Operations Team and will be responsible for execution of manufacturing activities at the Phibro Sligo Manufacturing Plant. 

EDUCATION
• Desirably hold an Ordinary degree in a technical discipline (e.g., pharmaceutical sciences, biotechnology). A minimum 3 years relevant experience in the biotechnology and/or pharmaceutical industry.

EXPERIENCE
• At least 3 years experience in the biotechnology and/or pharmaceutical industry, with operational experience in a GMP environment 
• Experience in cleanroom environments
• Experience in aseptic processing would be advantageous.
• Excellent communications and organization skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assist in maintaining a safe, GMP compliant work environment at all times.
• Become competent and trained on all unit operations including tableting, blistering, labelling, packaging and antigen manufacture, plus any manufacturing process or capabilities that may be introduced in the future.
• Operate manufacturing equipment including set-up, operation, cleaning and where applicable maintain equipment.
• Responsible for completion of tasks according to SOPs and batch records. 
• Assist with the investigation of and operations deviations.
• Provide input into the creation and maintenance of area SOPs and batch records.
• Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner with significant flexibility.
• Conduct daily activities in an organized, efficient manner.
• Perform and document operations in accordance with cGMP’s.
• Maintain good housekeeping and clean and sanitize classified areas as required.
• Transfer of waste material out of the clean room areas
• Perform environmental monitoring.
• Provide “On Call” support when scheduled. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

CORE COMPETENCIES
• Contamination control within cleanroom environments
• GMP manufacturing competencies 
• Effective time management and multi-tasking skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal & written.
• As company is a startup flexibility will be required in relation to working patterns.

Shift pattern will be introduced in the future.