Manufacturing Associate

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

• 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

• Bachelor’s degree in science related area or engineering
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  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