Job Description
Our production teams are composed of the people who manufacture our products effectively. In our production facilities, the motto is always "Safety First, Quality Always" with the goal of continuous improvement. As part of our global production network, our local production facilities ensure that raw materials, intermediate products, and finished products always meet the highest quality standards.
To strengthen our team at our Unterschleißheim location near Munich, we are looking for you immediately as a Production Worker - Bulk/Batch Manufacturing (m/f/d) on a full-time basis, on a fixed-term contract for 2 years.
Your Responsibilities:
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Independently performing manufacturing activities for our products while adhering to applicable quality and safety regulations
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Performing pre- and post-order preparation (cleaning of containers and equipment using fully automated systems)
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GMP-compliant documentation of all performed activities in the appropriate documents (e.g., protocols, logbooks, forms) as well as review of documentation
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Operation of the process control system and all transactions necessary for the manufacturing process in SAP, in particular inventory postings
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Identifying continuous improvements (with a particular focus on safety and quality), independently and responsibly solving minor problems, and providing support in addressing larger issues
Qualifications:
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Completed training as a pharmaceutical technician, chemical technician, chemical-technical assistant (CTA), biological-technical assistant (BTA), pharmaceutical-technical assistant (PTA), production specialist, or comparable
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Experience in production in the chemical-pharmaceutical environment desirable
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GMP knowledge (so-called Good Manufacturing Practice) desirable
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Experience working with SAP and a process control system (PLS) desirable
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Willingness to work shifts (3-shift operation)
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Fluent in German (spoken and written)
The stated goal of our Production & Supply business unit is to act as the world's most reliable manufacturer and supplier of biopharmaceuticals. Our production facilities, together with our external contractors, suppliers, and partners, form a closely interconnected global production network that has committed itself to reliably and punctually supplying customers and patients with high-quality products in every single case.
We are proud to be a company that is built on the values of its diverse, talented, and committed employees. The fastest way to drive innovative developments is to bring different ideas together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to discuss their ideas objectively and tackle problems together. We see ourselves as an equal opportunity employer and are committed to promoting inclusive and diverse workplaces.
Required Skills:
Aseptic Operations, Cleanroom Gowning, GMP Compliance, GMP Documentation, GMP Training, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Safety Compliance, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Writing, Teamwork, Work Performance
Preferred Skills:
Finished Products, Manufacturing, Quality Standards
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Employee Status:
Project Temps (Fixed Term)
Relocation:
No relocation
VISA Sponsorship:
No
Travel Requirements:
No Travel Required
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable
Shift:
1st - Day, 2nd - Evening, 3rd - Night
Valid Driving License:
No
Hazardous Material(s):
N/A
Job Posting End Date:
08/7/2026
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