Novo Nordisk
Clayton, NC
Estimated pay: Est. $28–$36/hr (market estimate, not employer-stated)
About the Department At Novo Nordisk, we are helping to improve the quality of life for millions of people worldwide. For more than 100 years, we have led the way in diabetes care. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world. In NC, we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains. Our newer Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) facility in Clayton, NC sits on 825,000 square-feet of state-of-the-art equipment, and houses the Fermentation, Recovery and Purification in the production of ingredients for Novo Nordisk’s innovative oral products. At API, you’ll join a global network of manufacturing professionals who are passionate about what they do. What we offer you: Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option Family Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental 6 weeks paid family medical leave Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products Tuition Assistance Life Disability Insurance Employee Referral Awards At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters. The Position Project Phase: Assist with development of systems, processes procedures needed to build a best-in-class spare parts management program. Operations Phase: Continuously improve system/equipment availability performance through verification of spare parts quality against specifications based on engineering drawings designs. Relationships Reports to Manager, Planning Reliability Engineering. Essential Functions Managing spare part inventory, movement, receipt goods issue in SAP MM module Inspect verify part specifications based on engineering drawings designs Develop / continuously improve processes required to coordinate track part repairs rebuilds. Maintain inventory control of repair parts Coordinate with vendors equipment owners for part modifications repairs Monitor, Measure, Report on Material Management KPI’s to stakeholders Accurate accountability of repair modification spare parts within SAP, FASTPIC physical storage: reconciliation between systems processes Develop / continuously improve lay-up maintenance program to ensure reliability of parts Develop / continuously improve processes to receive, inspect, stock spare parts for customers Lead/ coach/ mentor continuous improvement in the spare parts process Operate forklift, hand-truck other machinery to carry out the movement of materials Participation in plant Closedown Team planning execution Follow all safety environmental requirements in the performance of duties Execute 5’s principles follow environmental, health safety requirements Other accountabilities as assigned Physical Requirements Moves equipment /or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Ability to do close precision work with their hands. Must be able to remain in a stationary position (sitting and standing) 50% of the time. May required corrected vision to 20/25 based on role. May require color vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous /or hazardous materials. Qualifications Associate’s degree in related field, or equivalent industrial, military or vocational training preferred 5+ years maintenance experience (pharmaceutical industry preferred) required 3+ years spare parts inventory management experience required Knowledgeable in setting up inventory control systems procedures in a storeroom environment preferred Knowledgeable in utilizing inventory control systems procedures in a storeroom environment required Knowledge of maintenance practices, tools, supplies parts in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment preferred Knowledgeable in fundamentals of materials management excellence preferred Computer literacy and excellent computer skills to include: SAP Microsoft applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) required Attention to detail, ability to think critically sequentially with proven time management skills. Excellent communication skills preferred We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundar