Manufacturing Technician

Keeping manufacturing running smoothly through technical skill and GMP discipline.

Proclinical is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to support operations in Switzerland. In this role, you will provide technical and logistical support across various manufacturing areas, including US/DS, processing, and in-process control (IPC). This position involves calibration activities, material readiness, equipment handling, sample management, and execution of GMP-compliant tasks to ensure safe and efficient manufacturing operations.

Please note that to be considered for this role you must have the right to work in this location or hold an EU passport.

Responsibilities:

• Perform daily calibration of equipment used in IPC and DSP, including preparation and use of WFI.
• Conduct single-use assembly checks and execute column buffer exchange activities.
• Operate autoclaves, including loading, cycle execution, and unloading sterilized materials.
• Complete material checklists to ensure availability of required consumables and notify engineers of missing chemicals or discrepancies.
• Conduct ethanol aliquotation and support dispensing activities following GMP and safety requirements.
• Maintain GMP-compliant production spaces through cleaning tasks and buffer drainage coordination.
• Deliver samples to QC, IPC, and other designated areas.
• Apply 6S principles to maintain clean, organized, and audit-ready workspaces.
• Complete accurate GMP documentation for all performed tasks and follow safety, quality, and environmental procedures.
• Participate in investigations, CAPAs, and improvement initiatives as needed.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing, QA, QC, and Bioprocess Engineers to ensure seamless operational flow.

Key Skills and Requirements:

• Completed apprenticeship, technical diploma, or equivalent training in Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Laboratory Technology, or Pharmaceutical Production Technology.
• Strong understanding of GMP principles and cleanroom operations.
• Ability to read and follow SOPs, batch records, and technical instructions in English.
• Vocational or technical training related to bioprocessing, pharmaceutical production, or laboratory operations is preferred.
• Knowledge of basic analytical equipment and calibration routines is advantageous.
• Hands-on experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or chemical manufacturing, particularly in USP or DSP processes.
• Familiarity with bioreactors, media-buffer preparation, chromatography systems, ultrafiltration-diafiltration (UF-DF), and autoclave operations.
• Experience with GMP documentation, batch execution, and deviation reporting is an advantage.
• Fluent in English or German; proficiency in both languages is a plus.
  

If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Ria Tailor at r.tailor@proclinical.com.

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