Band Level 2 Job Description Summary Help shape the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing at Novartis. As a Manufacturing Operator II, Oral Solid Dosage (OSD), you'll play a key role in producing high-quality tablet and capsule therapies in a state-of-the-art GMP manufacturing environment. Joining our growing Morrisville team offers the unique opportunity to contribute to a new manufacturing site from the ground up while developing expertise across critical OSD operations. If you're passionate about quality, thrive in an FDA-regulated environment, and want your work to directly impact patients worldwide, we'd love to hear from you. Job Description Location: This position will be located in Morrisville, NC and will be an onsite role. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you. Shift: Day shift (Monday-Friday). Hours TBD as this is a new site and operating schedules are still being finalized Key Responsibilities: Execute OSD manufacturing activities according to production schedules in compliance with GMP and safety requirements. Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot equipment used in tablet and capsule manufacturing processes. Perform manufacturing activities across granulation, compression, coating, and encapsulation operations. Complete batch records accurately, thoroughly, and on time in accordance with GMP expectations. Conduct equipment setup, cleaning, line clearance, and room preparation activities. Perform in-process checks, sampling activities, and routine production monitoring. Identify equipment or process issues and escalate deviations to Operations and QA. Support FDA inspection readiness through strict adherence to procedures and documentation standards. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, and manufacturing efficiency. Maintain a safe, compliant, and organized manufacturing environment through strong HSE and 5S practices. Essential Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related scientific field with 2+ years of cGMP manufacturing experience, or equivalent relevant experience. Hands-on experience in Oral Solid Dosage (OSD) manufacturing, including tablet and capsule production, required. Experience operating, monitoring, and troubleshooting manufacturing equipment in an FDA-regulated environment. Strong understanding of GMP requirements, batch documentation, and manufacturing procedures. Ability to investigate, document, and escalate equipment, process, or quality issues. Effective communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across Operations, QA, and cross-functional teams. Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary: The salary for this position is expected to range between $27.79 and $51.59 per hour The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors. Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards. US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves. #LI-Onsite EEO Statement: The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential. Accessibility and reasonable accommodations The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [email protected] call +1 (877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message. https://www.novartis.com/careers/careers-research/notice-all-applicants-us-job-openings Salary Range $57,800.00 - $107,300.00 Skills Desired Good Documentation Practices, Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Policy, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Production, Operational Excellence, Quality Control (QC), Regulatory Compliance Improving the lives of people living with disease takes more than innovative science. It takes a focus on the needs of people and a community committed to meeting them. It takes a team of people like you. Working together. Learning together. Thriving together. Discover how you can join us in changing people’s lives. Novartis is aware of employment scams which make false use of our company name or leader’s names or recruiter’s names to defraud job seekers. Novartis does not make job offers without interview and never asks candidates for money. 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