Production Technician

Job Title : Production Associate - Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Location : Swiftwater, PA

Pay : $20.50 - $23.00 per hour

Schedule : Rotating shifts (including weekends and holidays. OT as required)

Join a Mission-Driven Team Manufacturing Life-Saving Vaccines

Our client, a global pharmaceutical leader in Swiftwater, PA , is seeking Production Technicians to support the manufacturing of the flu vaccine across several key departments. Whether you're an experienced professional, recent life sciences graduate, or someone with hands-on or military experience looking to start a meaningful career in pharmaceutical manufacturing - we want to hear from you.

We Are Hiring for the Following Areas :

Downstream Processing

(Bachelor's degree in a Life Science or related field strongly required)

Downstream is responsible for critical purification, filtration, and clarification steps during vaccine production. Due to the technical and compliance nature of this work, a life sciences background is essential .

Key Responsibilities :

Clarification, concentration, diafiltration, and sterile filtration of biological materials

Prepare and sanitize equipment, tanks, and assemblies

Calibrate equipment (e.g., centrifuges, refractometers)

Execute CIP processes and perform filter integrity testing

Maintain thorough cGMP documentation and audit readiness

Participate in deviation investigations and process improvement

Biological Services (BSA / Services)

(High school diploma or associate degree required; military and / or aseptic experienced candidates preferred)

Services ensures clean, sterile, and compliant environments across the manufacturing facility. This is a great entry point into pharmaceutical production, especially for those with military, hands-on technical, or sanitation backgrounds .

Key Responsibilities :

Perform aseptic cleaning of production areas, equipment, and gowning rooms

Conduct environmental monitoring and water sampling

Manage inventory using SAP; support ordering and stock control

Complete production documentation and support deviation investigations

Set up and maintain equipment before and after production runs

Follow all cGMPs, SOPs, and safety procedures

Cart Transfer Operations

(High school diploma or associate degree required; military experience welcomed)

This role supports the logistics of egg-based vaccine production. It's physically demanding and ideal for those who enjoy active, structured work.

Key Responsibilities :

Safely transport egg carts (up to 800 lbs) across production areas

Unload incubators, transfer eggs, and load cold boxes

Operate cart washers and stack egg trays for hatchery pickup

Accurately document and log all activities

Use Microsoft Word and Excel for data entry

Follow all SOPs, cGMP, and safety protocols

Qualifications (Vary by Department) :

Downstream : Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field required

Services & Cart Transfer : High school diploma or associate degree; military and / or aseptic experience, or hands-on production / logistics experience preferred

Willingness to receive required vaccinations

Ability to pass a background check and drug screening

Physically able to lift 50+ lbs, perform repetitive motion, and be on your feet for 8-12 hours

Attention to detail, teamwork, and a strong work ethic

Basic computer skills (SAP, Excel, Word); strong documentation skills

What's In It for You :

Fully paid training and onboarding

Weekly pay ($20.50-$23.00 / hr)

Medical, dental, and retirement benefits

FREE continuing education benefits

Opportunities for advancement in a fast-growing industry

Be part of a team that saves lives

Apply Today - Make an Impact Tomorrow

Click APPLY NOW to be contacted by a recruiter within 24 hours.

No matter your background - science graduate, veteran, or skilled worker - there's a place for you here.

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.