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Work at Aurora Pharmaceutical

Aurora Pharmaceutical is equipped to be on the cutting edge of animal medicine. Explore your opportunity to be a part of a highly qualified team. Employees at Aurora are futuristic thinkers, wanting to be ahead of the change, not behind it. If you feel you possess the same passion to lead and be at the forefront of animal medicine, please see the positions available below.

To apply for a position at Aurora Pharmaceutical, please send resume to Hrdept1@aurorapharmaceutical.com

No calls please. Relocation expenses are not available.

Production Technician

Job title: Production Technician

Reports to: Production Manager

Position Purpose: Manufactures pharmaceutical products according to SOPs, GMP and batch record specifications. Performs the day to day activities of the production process including weighing, blending, filling and packaging products. Collaborates with other production staff and other departments.

Job Responsibilities

(Essential job functions noted *

Works all areas of production operation: weighing, blending, filling, packaging, cleaning*

Accurately weighs product*
Blends product according to batch record and SOP*
Accurately fills and packages materials*
Cleans equipment and rooms to specifications*

Regularly inspects equipment for proper functioning*
Meets productivity and production schedules and deadlines.*
Troubleshoots process/production problems.*
Assists with inventory duties such as receiving, product retrieval and shipping.
Safely operates forklift*
Complies with established standard operating procedures, cGMP quality standards and regulatory procedures*
Accurately and consistently completes and documents batch records and other required paperwork*
Precisely follows work orders and specifications*
Adheres to all plant safety policies and procedures*
Assists in set up, change over and test runs of equipment for various sized batches and various products

Effectively communicates with other production employees and with all levels of management*
Promotes a positive can-do attitude*
Collaborates in cross functional teams*
Consistently follows all company policies & procedures. *
Performs other duties as requested
Meets the following physical requirements:*

Sits, bends, stands, walks 90% of the time*

Repeatedly lifts or pushes a cart with 35-80 lbs*

Able to pass a respirator health test

Willing to wear required PPE

Qualifications – Education and Experience

1+ years experience in pharmaceutical or food manufacturing in compliance with 21CFR Part 211–Current Good Manufacturing Practice *
Must be willing to work first or second shift and weekends if needed. *
Flexible and open minded to suggestions from others; keen vision for continuous improvement.*

This job description is subject to change at the sole discretion of Aurora Pharmaceutical, LLC.

Animal Health Manufacturer Sales Representative

Job title: Animal Health Manufacturer Sales Representative

Reports to: Regional Sales Director

Position Purpose: The Sales Representative conducts sales out in the field via face-to-face interactions with both potential and existing customers. They are responsible for offering the best possible customer experience as well as providing hands-on explanations of any new or updated products when necessary. This position will work as an ambassador and establish and maintain good relationships with customers, veterinarians, clinics, and distributors based on their assigned territory.

Job Responsibilities

(* denotes essential job function)

Utilize multiple mediums of communication to efficiently connect with prospects, customers, veterinarians, clinics and distributors to increase sales within assigned geographical territory. *
Maintain records of all sales leads and/or customer accounts utilizing our Sales Force platform. *
Develop sales tactics to educate customers with a focus on features of Aurora’s portfolio of products. *
Establish pipeline of potential customers, working towards expanding and growing sales in assigned territory by following up frequently. *
Monitor the company’s industry competitors, new products, and market conditions to understand a customer’s specific needs. *
Work directly with distribution partner’s outside sales representatives. *
Meets or exceeds sales goals established by management. *
Attends approved Trade Shows and Conferences as requested. *
Prepares monthly plan, weekly call reports and monthly expense reports. *
Executes and provides progress reviews on yearly business plan to management, update as needed. *
Determine strategic and innovative ideas and practices to differentiate Aurora products. *
Communicates effectively with all sales team and management, following the chain of command when issues arise. *
Follows all company policies, procedures, regulations and the employee handbook*
Follows designated work schedule. *
Accepts and acts upon supervisory directions.
Demonstrates flexibility, i.e. willingly takes on new tasks. *
Promotes a positive, can-do attitude*
Collaborates in cross functional team*
Consistently follows all company policies & procedures*
Performs other duties as requested
Meets the following physical requirements: *
Sits, stands, walks 90% of the time*

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Outside sales experience in animal health industry
Must possess a valid state motor vehicle operator’s license and have an acceptable driving record
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong customer service and rapport
Good interpersonal and presentation skills
Performs with high level of confidentiality
Must be a self-starter
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications
Must be able to travel overnight 50% of the time to manage assigned territory

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in marketing, business, economics, communications or similar field preferred
5+ years outside sales experience in the animal health industry

This job description is subject to change at the sole discretion of Aurora Pharmaceutical, LLC.

Engineering Technician

Job title: Engineering Technician

Reports to: Engineering Manager

Position Purpose: Helps with installs, preventative maintenance and repairs on pharmaceutical manufacturing and facility equipment. Helps evaluate malfunctions, repairs equipment and systems. Implements solutions to insure continued and efficient equipment operations. Participates in process improvement initiatives related to equipment.

Job Responsibilities

(* denotes essential job function)

Sets up machines and equipment for production processes
Troubleshooting of equipment and systems
Inspects machines for proper functioning
Dismantles equipment, repairs or replaces defective parts and reassembles.
Regularly performs preventative maintenance and calibration of equipment and systems
Trains production on proper use and setup of machines and equipment
Maintains system logs and manuals to document testing, repair, and operation of equipment
Adheres strictly to lock out tag out procedures
Adheres strictly to confined space procedures
Complies with established standard operating procedures, cGMP quality standards and regulatory procedures
Assists with new equipment installations
Executes IQ, OQ and PQs
Sets up, performs, and monitors calibrations as required
Assists in production as needed
Draws equipment and facility using CAD
Precisely follows work orders and specifications
Adheres to all plant safety policies and procedures
Effectively communicates with other production employees and with all levels of management
Promotes a positive can-do attitude
Collaborates in cross functional teams
Flexible and open minded to suggestions from others; keen vision for continuous improvement.
Consistently follows all company policies & procedures
Performs other duties as requested

Physical Requirements:

Meets the following physical requirements:
- Stands, walks 90% of the time
- Repeatedly lifts or pushes a cart with 30-70 lbs.
Will be required to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach
The environment is fast-paced; time pressured, and requires accuracy
Off-hour work as required

Qualifications – Education and Experience

Experience with process/packaging equipment in the pharmaceutical, personal care or food manufacturing industries
Proficient with CAD software and mechanical design
PLC programming experience
Technical skills and expertise in mechanical and electrical controls system
Electrical certifications preferred
3 – 5 years’ experience reading and understanding electrical and pneumatic schematics and equipment manuals preferred
3 – 5 years’ experience with technical writing and computer proficiency preferred

This job description is subject to change at the sole discretion of Aurora Pharmaceutical, LLC.

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