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For more than 100 years, Novo Nordisk has been tackling the unmet medical needs of people living with serious chronic diseases, such as diabetes & obesity. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on life-changing careers, and 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 Emerging Technologies - Oral Finished Products facility in Durham, NC is a 194,000 square foot tableting and packaging facility that supports the production of our innovative oral treatments for patients with type 2 diabetes. OFP maintains a curious and pioneering spirit, harmonious with our growing pipeline of new products and emerging technologies.
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 12 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
- Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
- Tuition Assistance – reimbursement up to 10k annually
- 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
Responsible for supporting the development of Site Security and Safety processes/systems for the OFP Durham facility. Activities to include writing/reviewing procedures and requirements, participating in site safety and security evaluations, SOP development, Pest Control program, safety & Site Security programs development & training. Provide leadership & support in attaining a safe working environment, to include providing direct supervision of Site Security & performing regular security audits. Ensure positive working relationship with internal & external teams & alignment/collaboration with Corporate Safety & Security groups. Drive the Site Security & Safety processes for ET-OFP-US. Ensure Safety Systems (SS) function per design, meeting all business needs, in compliance with applicable regulations & codes.
Relationships
Manager, Facilities, Utilities, Systems, & Equipment (FUSE).
Essential Functions
- Provide technical direction to site as it relates to management of Site Security and safety processes & ensuring security and safety compliance
- Responsible for operation and management of site access control systems, to include badge and key control programs
- Responsible for operation & overall life cycle planning of Safety and Security Systems, including fire detection, fire suppression & emergency alarm systems, physical perimeter/lighting control, access systems, intruder detection systems & sub-systems
- Manage & support contract security vendor at the site
- Plan & coordinate all testing, inspection & maintenance of site Safety and Security systems
- Manage improvements & upgrades to security/safety & badge access system, including commissioning & decommissioning, when required
- Ensure compliance with all regulations & regulatory authorities applicable to Safety and Security Systems
- Manage and negotiate vendor support contracts for Safety & Security Systems
- Plan, coordinate & execute emergency/evacuation drills, capture learnings & ensure continuous improvements are made to site processes
- Create & implement Site Security & Safety programs
- Coordinate First Aid/CPR/AED training for site personnel
- Serve as site Crisis Response Coordinator, and Severe Weather Monitoring Lead
- Manage site pest control program and contracts
- Follow all safety and environmental requirements in the performance of duties
- Other accountabilities, as assigned
Physical Requirements
Moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Routinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using hands. Strap & unstrap pallets using hands. Must be able to be on your feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May require corrected vision to 20/20 or 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. May be required to wear latex gloves. May perform critical job functions in extremely cold work environments depending on site. May position oneself within confined spaces for inspection if required of the role. Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection. May be required to secure a motorized vehicle license & operate a motorized vehicle based on the role.
Qualifications
- BA/BS in engineering, physical sciences or life sciences field of study from an accredited university or an equivalent combination of education & experience required
- May consider an Associate’s degree in engineering, physical sciences or life sciences field of study from an accredited university with a minimum of seven (7) years of experience as a Safety professional required
- May consider a High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of nine (9) years of experience as a Safety professional required
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Safety professional required
- Proven knowledge of state, federal & local safety regulations required
- Emergency Management / planning knowledge & experience required
- Good communication & writing skills required
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations including process safety management (PSM) preferred
- Strong skills in root cause analysis for analyzing accidents & process incidents preferred
- NICET Level I/II Fire Alarm Certification is a plus
- Pharmaceutical experience is a plus
- Working knowledge of fire detection/suppression/prevention systems is preferred
We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.
At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.
Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.
If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
