Manufacturing Associate 4, Drug Product (2nd Shift - 3PM-11 : 30PM)

Manufacturing Associate In Drug Product Manufacturing

The manufacturing associate in Drug Product Manufacturing will have a primary task for operation of the filling line including all related tasks. This role will also support projects which influence manufacturing processes for DPM including training of others. This position will also support and assist in scheduling daily manufacturing activities for the team. This manufacturing facility will be 24 / 7 operational and the role may require to be flexible with working hours or shift rotation.

Job Description

What You'll Do

During the project phase

Participate and support testing activities, such as FAT, PQ, etc. as well as other related activities

Support and contribute to the preparation of the documentation package as e.g., Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions

Contribute to the preparation for operational readiness related to bulk drug product manufacturing

Possible assignments include : Supporting projects related to procedure review and / or creation, development or transfer of manufacturing business processes as well as testing and commissioning support

Travel up to 0-25% (international or domestic) may be required during the project phase

In operations

Lead, execute and document manufacturing processing steps and / or manufacturing support activities as well as process monitoring and control

Perform operations of the Drug product filling line

Execute validation protocols according to cGMP Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Own the establishment of processes and trainings to become a trainer for coworkers

Maintain compliance of GMP documents and ensure own training level is compliant and maintained

Support and / or assist senior level associates or supervisor with scheduling daily activities on the drug product manufacturing floor, as needed

This role requires shift work (weekend and potential for nights)

Perform other duties as assigned

Basic Requirements

High School Diploma or GED

6+ years of direct experience in a manufacturing environment

Preferred Requirements

Associate's Degree + 4 years of direct experience in a cGMP manufacturing environment OR

BA / BS + 2 years of direct experience in a cGMP manufacturing environment

Equivalent Military training or experience

Experience on specific unit operations (ex : Viral Filtration and Bulk Dispensing)

Understanding of manufacturing run cadence and order of shift activities

Knowledge of cGMP, safety and operational procedures

A high degree of knowledge and expertise of the operation of specific production equipment

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Be exposed to an environment that may necessitate respiratory protection

Be exposed to noisy environments

Have a normal range of vision

Climb ladders and stairs of various heights

Experience prolonged sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping and stretching throughout the shift, up to 12 hours

Use hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment is required

May be required to lift up to 50 pounds on occasion