Novartis is a global medicines company headquartered in Switzerland, specializing in innovative medicines and generic pharmaceuticals. As one of the world's largest pharmaceutical companies, it operates in over 140 countries and employs approximately 100,000 people. The company focuses on core therapeutic areas including cardiovascular, renal, metabolic, immunology, neuroscience, and oncology, leveraging advanced technology platforms and data science to reimagine medicine.

In Spain, Novartis maintains a significant presence with a major global hub in Barcelona and commercial operations in Madrid. The Barcelona site serves as a critical center for global functions, particularly in Data, Digital, and IT (DDIT), clinical development, and shared services. This makes it an exceptionally attractive destination for international professionals, as many roles are global in scope and utilize English as the primary business language, fostering a multicultural and diverse work environment.

Novartis was created in 1996 through the merger of Ciba-Geigy and Sandoz, two Swiss companies with roots dating back over 250 years. Since then, it has evolved into a leading global healthcare company focused on innovative patent-protected medicines.

For international professionals

Barcelona serves as one of Novartis's key global Innovation Hubs, hosting many international and regional functions.
English is the primary working language for most global roles based in the Barcelona hub.
The company has a strong focus on digital transformation, frequently hiring for AI, data science, and cybersecurity roles in Spain.
Novartis offers a highly international environment with employees from dozens of different nationalities in their Spanish offices.
The company provides competitive benefits and has historically supported relocation for specialized global positions.

Production Technician

Novartis

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English. You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.

Job Description

Salary Range:

€25,500.00 - €47,300.00

Job Description Summary

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Primary Location: Zaragoza, España

Take the next step in your career in an environment where your work has a direct impact on patients' lives. As a Production Technician, you will participate in the manufacturing of radiopharmaceuticals, ensuring compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures, guaranteeing the highest standards of quality and safety. This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic, focused, and detail-oriented person who enjoys working in a demanding, shift-based production environment.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Execute batch preparation and production according to established procedures
Manufacture radiopharmaceuticals following Good Manufacturing Practices and approved procedures
Perform cleaning tasks, routine maintenance, and microbiological control of areas and equipment
Verify incoming raw materials and outgoing materials according to quality standards
Immediately report any deviation or out-of-specification result
Support inventory management, including material and waste control
Collaborate with the Production Manager and the Qualified Person to ensure operational excellence
Participate in the implementation of corrective and preventive actions in production processes
Support the training and onboarding of new personnel in the production area
Ensure strict compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Requirements

Availability to work rotating shifts, including morning, afternoon, night, and weekends
High attention to detail and ability to consistently follow strict procedures
High level of concentration and reliability in regulated production environments
Willingness to perform operational tasks, including cleaning and equipment maintenance
Good teamwork and communication skills
Previous experience in pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing environments is valued.

Benefits and Rewards

At Novartis, we are committed to reinventing medicine together and rewarding the people who make it possible.

Expected annual base salary range for the position: $25,500.00 - $47,300.00 EUR

The base salary offered is determined based on neutral criteria such as relevant skills, competencies, and experience, in accordance with Novartis' salary setting policy. Upon joining Novartis, it will be reviewed periodically.

Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as established in our Code of Ethics.

Read our brochure for more information about our global total compensation and benefits offer.

https://www.novartis.com/sites/novartis_com/files/novartis-life-handbook.pdf

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

We are committed to creating an exceptional and inclusive work environment, as well as diverse teams that represent the patients and communities we serve.

Why Novartis?
Our purpose is to reinvent medicine to improve and prolong people's lives, and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted pharmaceutical company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people. It is our collaborators who drive us every day to reach our ambitions. Be part of this mission and join us! Find more information here: https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

Join our Novartis Network:
If this position does not fit your experience or professional goals, but you wish to stay in touch to learn more about Novartis and our professional opportunities, join the Novartis Network here: https://talentnetwork.novartis.com/network

Skills Desired

General Hse Knowledge , gmp knowledge

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Salary Range:

€25,500.00 - €47,300.00

Job Description Summary

#LI-Onsite

Primary Location: Zaragoza, España

Da el siguiente paso en tu carrera en un entorno donde tu trabajo tiene un impacto directo en la vida de los pacientes. Como Production Technician, participarás en la fabricación de radiofármacos, asegurando el cumplimiento de las Buenas Prácticas de Fabricación vigentes y de los Procedimientos Operativos Estándar, garantizando los más altos estándares de calidad y seguridad. Esta es una excelente oportunidad para una persona dinámica, enfocada y orientada al detalle, que disfrute trabajando en un entorno productivo exigente y basado en turnos.

Job Description

Responsabilidades

Ejecutar la preparación y producción de lotes conforme a los procedimientos establecidos
Fabricar radiofármacos siguiendo las Buenas Prácticas de Fabricación y los procedimientos aprobados
Realizar tareas de limpieza, mantenimiento rutinario y control microbiológico de áreas y equipos
Verificar materias primas entrantes y materiales salientes según los estándares de calidad
Reportar de forma inmediata cualquier desviación o resultado fuera de especificación
Apoyar la gestión de inventarios, incluyendo control de materiales y residuos
Colaborar con el Production Manager y el Qualified Person para asegurar la excelencia operativa
Participar en la implementación de acciones correctivas y preventivas en procesos productivos
Apoyar la formación y acogida de nuevo personal en el área de producción
Garantizar el cumplimiento estricto de los estándares de seguridad, calidad y normativa.

Requerimientos

Disponibilidad para trabajar en turnos rotativos, incluyendo mañana, tarde, noche y fines de semana
Alta atención al detalle y capacidad para seguir procedimientos estrictos de forma consistente
Elevado nivel de concentración y fiabilidad en entornos productivos regulados
Disposición para realizar tareas operativas, incluyendo limpieza y mantenimiento de equipos
Buenas habilidades de trabajo en equipo y comunicación
Experiencia previa en entornos de fabricación farmacéutica o química valorable.

Beneficios y recompensas

En Novartis, estamos comprometidos con reinventar la medicina juntos y con recompensar a las personas que lo hacen posible.

Rango salarial base anual esperado para el puesto: $25,500.00 - $47,300.00 EUR

El salario base ofrecido se determina en función de criterios neutrales como las habilidades, competencias y experiencia relevantes, de acuerdo con la política de fijación salarial de Novartis. Al incorporarse a Novartis, será revisado periódicamente.

La equidad salarial es un principio fundamental de nuestra política de empleo y refleja nuestro compromiso de crear un entorno diverso, equitativo e inclusivo que trate a todos los empleados con dignidad y respeto, tal como se establece en nuestro Código de Ética.

Lee nuestro folleto para obtener más información sobre nuestra oferta global de compensación y beneficios totales.

https://www.novartis.com/sites/novartis_com/files/novartis-life-handbook.pdf

Compromiso con la Diversidad y la Inclusión:

Estamos comprometidos con la creación de un entorno laboral excepcional e inclusivo, así como con equipos diversos que representen a los pacientes y las comunidades a las que servimos.

¿Por qué Novartis?
Nuestro propósito es reinventar la medicina para mejorar y prolongar la vida de las personas, y nuestra visión es convertirnos en la compañía farmacéutica más valorada y confiable del mundo. ¿Cómo podemos lograrlo? Con nuestra gente. Son nuestros colaboradores quienes nos impulsan cada día a alcanzar nuestras ambiciones. ¡Sé parte de esta misión y únete a nosotros! Obtén más información aquí: https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

Únete a nuestra Red de Novartis:
Si este puesto no se ajusta a tu experiencia o a tus objetivos profesionales, pero deseas mantenerte en contacto para conocer más sobre Novartis y nuestras oportunidades profesionales, únete a la Red de Novartis aquí: https://talentnetwork.novartis.com/network