Manufacturing Technician I - Swing Shift

BEPC is actively looking for Manufacturing Technician I, in Hillsboro, OR area!

W2 Contract – 12 months with possible extensions!

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Pay Rate: $21.00 - $23.10/hour - Determined based on experience (Paid Weekly)

Work Model: Onsite role - Swing Shift – Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM–1:30 AM

Note: This is a W2 only role — C2C, C2H will not be considered

Summary of the Role:

BEPC is seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Technician I to join our client’s site in Hillsboro, OR. This role will support the filling, inspection, and packaging of sterile pharmaceutical products within a highly automated production and packaging facility.

The Manufacturing Technician I will operate, clean, set up, troubleshoot, and maintain manufacturing equipment while following current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), production recipes, and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).

This hands-on position involves working with automated equipment, completing detailed production documentation, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and collaborating with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and other cross-functional teams.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate equipment used to fill, inspect, and package sterile pharmaceutical products.
• Clean, set up, change over, and operate equipment used for various-sized vials, pre-filled syringes, and devices.
• Perform manual and semi-automated inspection of filled product vials with a focus on quality and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot mechanical equipment failures and assist in identifying appropriate resolutions.
• Perform routine and user-performed equipment maintenance.
• Assist Engineers, Maintenance Mechanics, and outside service providers with equipment repairs, maintenance, calibration, overhauls, and installations.
• Execute production recipes, equipment check-in activities, and material movements using SAP and MES systems.
• Maintain accurate production documentation before, during, and after manufacturing activities.
• Complete Batch Production Records (BPRs), logbooks, and forms according to Good Documentation Practices.
• Maintain appropriate accountability and traceability of components and finished products.
• Identify, report, and document process deviations and atypical events according to established SOPs.
• Utilize manufacturing automation systems, including SAP, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), PI ProcessBook, PLCs, and HMIs.
• Conduct environmental monitoring activities within manufacturing areas as required.
• Perform routine cleaning and housekeeping activities to maintain the required environmental grade of manufacturing areas.
• Provide shift handoffs and communicate equipment status, supply needs, required repairs, process concerns, and safety issues.
• Recommend opportunities to improve equipment reliability, product yield, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Train other technicians as assigned and assist with improving SOPs and training materials.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and other cross-functional teams on process improvements.
• Support continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies, including 5S and Kaizen.
• Use manufacturing and equipment performance data to identify opportunities for increased efficiency and reduced costs.
• Follow all plant safety requirements and proactively identify and report unsafe conditions.

Main Qualifications: 

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. With at least 2 years of manufacturing experience in a related industry, such as pharmaceutical, aerospace, automotive, food and beverage, or semiconductor manufacturing; OR
• Associate degree in Bioscience Technology, Microelectronics Technology, or a similar technical discipline.
• Proficiency in English, including reading, writing, and verbal communication.
• Ability to follow detailed SOPs, production recipes, and manufacturing instructions.
• Strong commitment to cGMP and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Computer literacy and ability to interface with computer-controlled manufacturing systems.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email, and web-based applications.
• Basic typing and data-entry skills.
• Ability to work the assigned swing shift and required overtime.
• Ability to successfully complete and maintain all job-related qualifications and certifications required for a cGMP manufacturing environment.
• Ability to successfully complete required vision acuity and color discrimination testing.
• Ability to meet applicable gowning requirements for controlled and classified manufacturing areas.
• Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds.
• Ability to work within controlled and classified manufacturing environments.
• Ability to meet required gowning and medical qualification requirements.
• Ability to perform detailed visual inspection activities and maintain required annual qualifications.
• Ability to work scheduled overtime as production needs require.
• Ability to work safely around automated manufacturing and packaging equipment.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• 2–5 years of recent experience operating equipment used for the inspection and packaging of products or containers.
• Pharmaceutical or biotechnology manufacturing experience.
• Experience in sterile or controlled manufacturing environments.
• Experience with automated pharmaceutical inspection or packaging equipment.
• Experience with SAP and MES.
• Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, and PI ProcessBook.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical production equipment.
• Experience performing environmental monitoring.
• Experience with Batch Production Records and regulated manufacturing documentation.
• Experience supporting equipment maintenance, calibration, or repair activities.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, or Kaizen.
• Experience training other manufacturing technicians.

About BEPC

BEPC Inc., founded in 2007, is a 100% employee-owned company providing top-tier consulting and staffing solutions across industries like technology, engineering, manufacturing, and project management. At BEPC, we are driven by innovation and a commitment to excellence. We take pride in fostering a collaborative and innovative environment where our team members thrive. With competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, BEPC is dedicated to supporting our employees' personal and professional growth.

Apply Now!

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting an up-to-date resume that highlights how your experience aligns with the role. Please include specific examples that demonstrate your qualifications. We look forward to connecting with you!

About BEPC

BEPC Inc., founded in 2007, is a 100% employee-owned company providing top-tier consulting and staffing solutions across industries like technology, engineering, manufacturing, and project management. At BEPC, we are driven by innovation and a commitment to excellence. We take pride in fostering a collaborative and innovative environment where our team members thrive.

With competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, BEPC is dedicated to supporting our employees' personal and professional growth.