Manufacturing Technicians

**Job Title:** Manufacturing Associate

Duration: 6 months Contract (possible extension)

Payrate: $30/hr W2 (without benefits)

The Manufacturing Associate I performs and documents cGMP activities to support upstream or downstream production areas and operations. This involves operation of process equipment, execution of validation protocols, completion of cGMP documents, creating/revising cGMP documents, and other assignments as directed.

Main Responsibilities:

• Performs Processing Steps and/or Manufacturing Support activities, monitoring process against the batch record.
• Documents/Records cGMP data and information for processing steps and/or equipment activities, following standard operating procedures. Key documentation includes batch records and equipment logbooks.
• Understands basic cGMP requirements and follows those requirements, including requirements for good documentation practices.
• Completes/reviews validation protocols, deviation reports, change controls in accordance with cGMP's.
• Performs the weighing, dispensing of raw materials for media and buffers.
• Performs the preparation of small and large volume media and buffer solutions, filtration, and transfer of product.
• Operates bench-top equipment, including pH, conductivity, osmo meters, pumps, tubing welders, filter integrity testers, etc.
• Dispensing, labeling, transfer/staging of raw materials and parts.
• Assembly/disassembly, cleaning, and sterilization of components, parts, and equipment.
• Maintaining equipment, area, and cleaning logbooks.
• Cleaning/sanitizing production rooms and equipment.
• Stocking production and cleaning supplies.
• May author/review/improve SOPs, batch records, protocols, and technical reports.
• Actively participates in training activities, managing their individual training plan.
• Proficient and knowledgeable in the operation and basic troubleshooting of at least one manufacturing area.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma with a minimum of 2-4 years GMP Manufacturing experience, OR
• Associate's Degree in a scientific, engineering, or biotechnology discipline with a minimum of 1-2 years related experience; coursework with biotechnology focus highly desirable, OR
• Bachelor's Degree (BS/BA) from an accredited college or university with an emphasis in a scientific or engineering discipline and some relevant work experience.
• Basic knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP's). Working knowledge of all relevant safety procedures within the company. General understanding of most areas in Manufacturing and supporting functional groups.
• Familiar with or experience with cGMP Biotech or Pharmaceutical operations:
• Must be team-oriented (proactively builds healthy working relationships between peers, their department, and other groups).
• Able to fluently communicate in English. Exhibits excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Possesses a basic knowledge of non-manufacturing functions such as QC, Regulatory, QA, and/or Materials Management.

Physical Demands:

• Extended amount of time walking, standing, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling.

Salary : $30