Technical Transfer Specialist - Manufacturing Operations

Nesco Resource

Tucson, AZ

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$30–$32 Per Hour
SKILLS
Assays, Best Practices, Biochemistry, Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Chemistry, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Compliance, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), Data Analysis, Data Processing, Data Quality, Documentation, Documentation Standards, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Identify Issues, Interpersonal Skills, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Design, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Requirements, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Matrix Management, Medical Equipment, Mentoring, Minitab, Operations Processes, Organizational Skills, Physiology, Problem Solving Skills, Process Analysis, Process Management, Process Validation, Product Design, Project Tracking, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Regulations, Reporting Skills, Research & Development (R&D), Risk Management, Safety Compliance, Scientific Principles, Six Sigma, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Standards Development, Statistics Software, Support Documentation, Team Player, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Tucson, AZ
POSTED
3 days ago
***This opening is for an onsite Technical Transfer Specialist in Manufacturing Operations. 

THE OPPORTUNITY
The Technical Transfer Specialist supports the introduction of new assays, reagents, and bulk materials for tissue diagnostics into Roche's manufacturing processes. This role ensures the seamless integration of new products from Development into Operations, focusing on manufacturability, quality, cost, and schedule. You will leverage technical knowledge, project management skills, and lean manufacturing principles to support efficient, scalable, and compliant manufacturing practices.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
--Bachelor's or Master's degree in a Life Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physiology, etc.) or Engineering (Biomedical/Chemical) discipline.

--Minimum of 1 year of directly relevant work experience, preferably within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical devices industry.

--Experience operating in a GMP/regulated environment

--Basic knowledge of Lean principles. Familiarity with Six Sigma methodologies is a plus.

--Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and project coordination skills.

--Proven ability to strictly follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), operational procedures (OPs), and quality protocols, ensuring compliance and data integrity.

--Strong teamwork ethic and exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across multiple functions, anticipate team needs, and navigate a matrix organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Technical Transfer (70%)
--Execute product design transfer tasks from late-stage development through commercial launch.
--Coordinate process transfers from R&D to manufacturing sites (local or external) and track project milestones.
--Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Development, Regulatory, and Project teams to align on manufacturability, quality, and cost objectives.
--Document and integrate end-to-end manufacturing requirements and best practices, including scalability considerations, into transfer projects.
--Utilize project management methodologies to execute transfer activities, troubleshoot issues, and support the evaluation of new tools and technologies.
--Support process validation readiness by gathering necessary documentation and collaborating with Validation Engineers.
--Actively participate in training and mentorship to develop technical excellence within the design transfer team.

Quality, Safety, and Compliance (15%)
--Ensure all processes are conducted safely and adhere strictly to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), local, international, and Roche (MQMS) standards.
Assist in audit readiness by collecting and organizing documentation, and supporting non-compliance events (e.g., Client investigations and corrective actions).
--Keep updated with relevant regulations to maintain company compliance.

Continuous Improvement (15%)
--Learn and apply basic Lean principles and problem-solving methodologies (e.g., Five Whys, Fishbone diagrams) to identify and eliminate process inefficiencies.
--Use statistical tools and software (e.g., Minitab) to analyze process data, minimize risk, and generate actionable plans for improvements.
--Develop and maintain standardized procedures and documentation for processes.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
--Foundational knowledge in applying scientific methods and principles to process transfer tasks, focusing on learning how to document and incorporate basic design and manufacturing elements while supporting a design for manufacturability approach.
--Basic understanding of the end-to-end production process for assays and reagents (formulation, filling, and packaging).
--Advanced technical writing skills to produce reports and documents.
--Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and project coordination skills are required.
--Strong organizational, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple low-complexity assignments and meet project deadlines.
--Proven ability to strictly follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), operational procedures (OPs), and quality protocols, ensuring compliance and data integrity.
--Strong teamwork ethic and exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across multiple functions, anticipate team needs, and navigate a matrix organization.
--Strong organizational, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple low-complexity assignments and meet project deadlines.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

About the Company

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Nesco Resource

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Our national workforce solutions include contract, contract-to-hire, direct placement services, and managed services for a variety of industries.

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COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Paid Sick Days, Parking, Performance Bonus, Employee Referral Program
FOUNDED
1956
WEBSITE
https://nescoresource.com/