Our biopharmaceutical client is seeking a Manufacturing Associate to join their team!

Schedule : Monday-Friday, 2nd and 3rd shift openings

Type : Contract to hire

Pay : $28-$37/hr, depending on experience

This role involves daily operations in the following areas:

• Performing weighing and dispensing materials.
• Operating filtration systems.
• Inoculating mammalian or cytokine cells.
• Conducting fermentation and harvest processes.
• Managing chromatography columns and TFF operations.
• Performing in-process testing, including pH, conductivity, spectrophotometer, osmometer, cell counts, and more.
• Preparing media and buffer solutions.
• Accurately completing Batch Records and other cGMP documentation in a timely manner.
• Removing and disposing of soiled materials from manufacturing areas.
• Ensuring that manufacturing areas meet cleanroom standards and conditions.
• Reporting any nonconformance or events occurring during the shift to the Supervisor.
• Assisting with technology transfers from Process Development to cGMP Manufacturing.
• Adhering to all safety, cGMP, and company policies, practices, and procedures.
• Performing additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned.
• Maintaining compliance with all company policies and standards.

Requirements

Education:

• Associate degree or higher in Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in the biologics industry or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Special Skills

Language Skills:

• Basic verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to comprehend technical information, procedures, batch records, and related documents.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.

Reasoning Skills:

• Ability to operate complex systems and equipment in alignment with current GMPs, SOPs, and safety standards with minimal supervision.
• Basic problem-solving and troubleshooting skills for equipment and manufacturing processes.
• Capacity to work independently, follow detailed instructions, and collaborate effectively within a team.

Computer and Technical Skills:

• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, and data management tools.
• Understanding of GMP and safety requirements.
• Familiarity with biotechnology operations, including aseptic filtration systems, fermentation processes, inoculation processes, chromatography columns, and TFF steps.