What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialist Manufacturing position at Amgen?
Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients
At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do.
Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, youll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.
Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
Specialist Manufacturing
What you will do
Lets do this. Lets change the world. In this vital role you will be a part of the Manufacturing Product lifecycle management team and will report to the Senior Manufacturing Manager responsible for new product introductions, product re-introductions, technology advancement and implementation, manufacturing execution system (MES) for electronic batch records, and validation.
Specific strategic product and process implementations will be led from this position. Examples may include cross function network initiatives, support of Product Teams for NPI, product re-introduction support including evaluation of processes and capabilities for yield improvements, new equipment and technology changes aligned with the Long Range Plan, and support of alternate sourcing activities from a manufacturing technical perspective to enable supply chain agility.
Responsibilities may include :
Directly liaison at the floor and with cross function teams to assure program implementation, sustainment, and after action lessons shared
Lead planning and execution of key initiatives with cross functional teams at the production floor
Support the AR5 / AR30 manufacturing organizations in the prioritization and execution of these activities to maximize plant performance and plant capacity.
Support the AR5 / AR30 Product Teams portfolio of New Product Introduction and Technology Transfer projects by supply of technical transfer specialists to complete deliverables.
Partner with network peers on network initiatives
What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The dedicated professional we seek is a self starter with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications :
High school diploma / GED and 10 years of Manufacturing or Operations experience OR
Associates degree and 8 years of Manufacturing or Operations experience OR
Bachelors degree and 4 years of Manufacturing or Operations experience OR
Masters degree and 2 years of Manufacturing or Operations experience OR
Doctorate degree
Preferred Qualifications :
Experience participating in and leading diverse teams
Experience managing multiple, challenging priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to communicate and collaborate with technical and management staff
Manufacturing technical expertise preferred
Quality Systems experience (ex : change control)
Have strong analytical / quantitative skills
Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
Be a self-starter with the ability to tackle several projects at one time
What you can expect from us
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, well support your journey every step of the way.
The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.
In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work / life balance, and career development opportunities that may include :
A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible
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Application deadline
Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.
As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.
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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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