Manufacturing operations are 24/7, so this requires multiple off shift coverage. Positions may be 5 x 8 hour shift, 4 x 10 hour shift, 3 x 12 and 4x12 hour shift. Shift structure and schedules are listed below.
Front Half Day Shift Sunday - Wednesday/Sunday - Tuesday 6AM - 7PM
Front Half Night Shift Sunday - Wednesday/Sunday - Tuesday 6PM - 7AM
Back Half Day Shift Wednesday - Saturday/ Thursday - Saturday 6AM - 7PM
Back Half Night Shift Wednesday - Saturday/ Thursday - Saturday 6PM - 7AM
Night Shift Sunday - Thursday 10PM - 7AM
Weekday Swing Shift Tuesday - Friday 2PM - 1AM
Weekend Swing Shift Saturday - Monday 11AM - 12AM
Weekday Shift Monday - Friday 6AM - 3PM
Weekday Swing Shift Monday - Friday 2PM - 11AM
NOTE: Please note candidates will receive weighted overtime for the 2nd shift (10% extra) and the 3rd shift (15% extra). Manufacturing Associates must have a degree or 1-2 years of manufacturing experience
RESPONSIBILITIES
Operate large scale bioprocess equipment for the Cell Culture and Purification operations.
Prepare Buffer and Media solutions.
Perform all aspects of processing: preparation of equipment, disassembling equipment, assembling process equipment, perform CIP and SIP of equipment, perform pressure tests of equipment, perform I Testing of filters, calibration and use of analytical equipment.
Display competency with process equipment and automated control systems
Knowledge of biotech manufacturing process and equipment including cell culture, depth and tangential flow filtration, column chromatography, protein purification and formulation and/or buffer and media operations.
Proficiency with compliance; adherence to standard operating procedures, batch record, good documentation practices and data capturing
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Consists of strenuous, repetitive work. The following list of physical movements maybe used on a daily basis: bending, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, kneeling and making numerous equipment connections using hands.
Independently have the ability to regularly lift, dispense, push and/or pull items with an average weight of 25 pounds.
May require work around loud equipment.
The use of personal protective equipment will be required.
Requires various shift based work and off hours
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in science related area or engineering
Associate's degree in science related area or Biotech certificate with 2+ years of experience in a biotech manufacturing environment or other regulated industry
Strong communication skills-verbal and written
Ability to work in a team environment which includes good conflict resolution and collaboration
Displays good initiative to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions