Manufacturing Technician II, San Francisco Bay Area

Novartis Pharmaceuticals has an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Technician. Positions are available for the 1st, 2nd & 3rd shifts. This person will perform under some supervision functions associated with manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up & calibration tasks, as well as performing rework & in process testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies & final assemblies. Uses programs to collect & evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments or equipment.

Performs a variety of manufacturing operations under general guidance in accordance with current GMPs. Operates, assembles/disassembles, & cleans complex systems & equipment, & optimizes their use in manufacturing in strict accordance to St&ard Operating Procedures, (SOPs). Monitors processes & results & suggests methods to promote continuous improvement in operations. May support Process Development activities in executing & evaluating processes, troubleshoot problems, & documenting results.