Access Control Specialist at FUJIFILM Holdings America Corporation

Follow Your Genki to North America's largest, state-of-the-art Life Science Manufacturing Facility & CDMO

The work we do at FDB has never been more important—and we are looking for talented candidates to join us. We are growing our locations, our capabilities, and our teams, and looking for passionate, mission-driven people like you who want to make a real difference in people’s lives. Join FDB and help manufacture the next vaccine, cure, or gene therapy in partnership with some of the most innovative biopharma companies across the globe. We are proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your passion, energy and drive - what we call Genki

Join us 

We are growing our locations and are investing more than $2 billion into establishing a new large-scale manufacturing site for biopharmaceuticals in the United States to accelerate the growth of our Bio CDMO (Contract and Development Manufacturing Organization) business. This will be the largest end-to-end cell culture CDMO provider in North America.

The new site will offer end-to-end solutions to our customers looking to manufacture biopharmaceuticals in the US. In addition to drug substance manufacture, it will also provide automated fill-finish and assembly, packaging, and labeling services. The new state-of-the-art facility is located in Holly Springs, North Carolina, United States.

External US

About This Role

The Access Control Specialist is the first interaction employees, vendors, and guests have when arriving onsite and experiencing the FDBN culture. This role is responsible for the efficient and effective implementation of access & badging systems, vendor processes, administrative logistics, and various security related duties. Additionally, this role provides guidance to contract security receptionists, initial and continual training, documentation, scheduling, and emergency response capabilities. This role carries out duties in a professional manner, including the use of Human Performance Tools, Safe Work Practices and Procedures Use & Adherence.

What You’ll Do

• Leads the day-to-day operational activities associated with the physical access and badging control systems for a current good manufacturing practice (cGMP) facility (e.g., provides guidance to contract security receptionists, visitor badging, vendor interactions)
• Welcomes and provides information and assistance to visitors and vendors to ensure a smooth visit
• Responds to and manages incoming and outgoing correspondence (e.g., phone calls, emails, mail)
• Participates in the development and revision of operational procedures and training materials associated with badging and visitor access and other security processes
• Serves as a security training instructor to the physical security team and site, as required
• Coordinates visitor and vendor access while maintaining security protocols
• Monitors and authorizes entrance and departure of employees, vendors, and clients to ensure site safety
• Responds to emergency situations promptly by notifying appropriate emergency services (e.g., onsite security, police, paramedics, etc.)
• Maintains accurate records of all site visitors and vendors
• Serves as point of contact for concerns and escalates to management, as needed
• Provides direction to contractors while ensuring security protocols and procedures are properly executed
• Maintains inventory and access of badges, parking passes, and vendor and contractor site permissions, etc.
• Participates in Facilities and Security projects, as needed
• Collaborates and coordinates security requirements with other FDB sites
• Other duties, as assigned

Knowledge and Skills

• Effective communication, both written and oral
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to identify critical issues promptly and address effectively
• Team-based attitude and ability to work in a global team environment and build relationships
• Knowledge of computer software (e.g., Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams, etc.)
• Knowledge of security operations, safety regulations and procedures, including emergency response protocols
• Ability to adapt to changing environments
• Knowledge of cGMP requirements
• Ability to guide and support others
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed

Basic Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of security protocols, access controls, regulatory compliance, and customer service experience; or
• Associate degree in Homeland Security, Communications, Business Management, or related field with 2 years of security protocols, access controls, regulatory compliance, and customer service experience

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Homeland Security, Communications, Business Management, or related field
• Experience with computer software, such as Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams, Adobe, etc.
• Prior experience leading projects or small teams

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Will work in environment which may necessitate respiratory protection. X No Yes
May work in Mechanical/Production spaces that may require hearing protection and enrollment in a hearing conservation program. X No Yes
Will work in environment operating a motor vehicle or Powered Industrial Truck. No X Yes
Ability to discern audible cues. No X Yes
Ability to inspect or perform a task with 20/20 corrected vision, visual acuity, including distinguishing color. X No Yes

Ability to ascend or descend ladders, scaffolding, ramps, etc. No X Yes
Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time. No X Yes 120 minutes
Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time. No X Yes 120 minutes
Ability to conduct activities using repetitive motions that include writs, hands and/or fingers. No X Yes
Ability to operate machinery and/or power tools. X No Yes
Ability to conduct work that includes moving objects up to X pounds. No X Yes If yes, 10 lbs. X 33 lbs.
Ability to bend, push or pull, reach to retrieve materials from 18” to 60” in height, and use twisting motions. No X Yes

FDBN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify or any other protected class. If an accommodation to the application process is needed, please email 

To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of FUJIFILM about this requisition. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at FUJIFILM via-email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of FUJIFILM, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by FUJIFILM for this requisition and a valid agreement with FUJIFILM is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the FUJIFILM agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.