Manufacturing Specialist
AstraZeneca
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- Pay
- $82K to $123K
- a year
- Location
- Tarzana, CA
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 16
- 1 day ago
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About the company
AstraZeneca
Pharmaceuticals · 10,001+ employees
What you'll do
- Maintain technical performance, troubleshoot issues, investigate root causes, and implement improvements to process stability, safety, and product quality.
- Monitor performance indicators, oversee maintenance, support digital adoption, and develop less experienced team members.
What you need
- Requires a high school, technical, associate, or vocational diploma and possession of or pursuit of a relevant technical or scientific degree.
- Requires manufacturing or engineering expertise in GXP environments, practical SHE and SOP knowledge, continuous improvement experience, and effective communication skills.
- Education: a high school diploma or an associate degree
Key skills
GMPSHE standardsStandard Operating Proceduresroot cause analysiscontinuous improvement strategiesproject executioneffective communication
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Perks
- qualified retirement programs
- paid time off
- health
- dental
- vision coverage
- short-term incentive bonuses
- equity-based awards
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THIS POSITION IS SWING SHIFT from 5:00pm to 03:00am Wednesday through Saturday
Typical Accountabilities
- Deliver and maintain optimal technical performance across specialized manufacturing areas and processes.
- Troubleshoot technical issues independently, propose innovative solutions, and implement improvements to enhance process stability, safety, and product quality.
- Contribute to technical investigations, conduct root cause analysis, and implement changes addressing deviations or equipment-related challenges.
- Support continuous improvement by identifying operational inefficiencies, recommending enhancements, and sharing effective practices with team members and stakeholders.
- Apply comprehensive knowledge of GMP, SHE standards, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure compliant and safe operational environments within the specified technical domain.
- Monitor key performance indicators, oversee maintenance activities, and coordinate minor project tasks to align with organizational goals and quality standards.
- Communicate complex technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences, contributing to documentation, improvement strategies, and internal reporting.
- Is eager to build skills in, quickly adapt to, and embrace new digital tools and technologies.
- Collaborate with team members to support digital adoption within the area.
- Participate in personal development activities and is responsible for the development of less experienced team members.
Qualifications and Skills
Essential:
High School/Technical/Associate/Vocational diploma;
Possess or pursuing a degree in a relevant technical or scientific discipline ;
Demonstrated expertise in manufacturing or engineering processes within GXP environments;
Practical knowledge of SHE, and SOP protocols;
Hands-on experience with continuous improvement strategies and tools;
Foundational understanding of project execution and ability to contribute to minor projects;
Proficiency in engaging diverse audiences with clear and effective communication.
Desirable:
Hold a professional qualification;
Committed to formal technical development;
Awareness of product supply chain concepts;
Understanding of machinery and process performance interactions.
The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $81,992.80 - $122,989.20. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.
Date Posted
16-Oct-2026
Closing Date
30-Oct-2026 Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.