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Operations Associate

Legend Biotech
Raritan, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 2/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/22/2025
Company Information

Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy.

Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson & Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta-cel) in 2017. Our strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma.

Legend Biotech is seeking an Operations Associate (1st and 2nd shift openings available) as part of the Technical Operations team based in Raritan, NJ.

Role Overview

This position is responsible for performing manufacturing procedures and the execution of scheduled tasks within a CGMP environment. This position is responsible for quality and maintaining the highest standards in compliance within company policies, procedures, and all applicable regulations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Be part of the manufacturing operations team responsible for production of autologous CAR-T products for clinical and commercial operation in a controlled current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) cleanroom environment.
  • Independently execute manufacturing or manufacturing-support processes according to standard operating procedures and current curriculum.
  • Execute manufacturing activities common to cell culturing, purification, aseptic processing, and cryopreservation using appropriate techniques.
  • Perform process unit operations according to standard operating procedures and batch records, and record production data and information in a clear, concise, format according to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
  • Perform tasks on time in a manner consistent with quality systems and cGMP requirements.
  • Work in a team based, cross-functional environment to complete production tasks required by shift schedule.
  • Aid in the development of manufacturing processes including appropriate documentation.
  • Drive continuous improvement of manufacturing operations leveraging own observation as well as input of team members.
  • Handle human derived materials in containment areas.
  • Support schedule adjustments to meet production.
  • Accurately complete documentation in SOP’s, logbooks and other GMP documents.
  • Demonstrate training progression through assigned curriculum.
  • Accountable for maintaining a working knowledge of basic cGMP requirements to ensure adherence to compliance policies and regulations
  • Wear the appropriate PPE when working in manufacturing and other hazardous working environments.
  • Proactively maintain a clean and safe work environment. Take necessary action to eliminate safety hazards and communicate to others any observed unsafe behaviors
  • Ensure materials are available for production.


ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:

Support the ongoing production schedule by:

  • Report to work on-time and according to the shift schedule.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Attend departmental and other scheduled meetings.
  • Practice good interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Demonstrate positive team-oriented approach in the daily execution of procedures.
  • Promote and work within a team environment
  • Learn new skills, procedures and processes as assigned by management and continue to develop professionally.
  • Support investigation efforts as required.
  • Responsible for audit preparation and participation.


Requirements

  • HS Diploma required with 3 – 5 Years Biotech/Pharmaceutical experience or equivalent industry experience // OR // Associates Degree required in Life Sciences or Manufacturing with 2 - 3 years of related experience // OR //Bachelors Degree required in Life Sciences with 0 - 2 years Biotech/Pharmaceutical experience or equivalent industry experience
  • Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
  • Follow instructions
  • Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
  • Add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common factions, and decimals.
  • Knowledge and ability to operate manufacturing, manufacturing-support and lab equipment.
  • Knowledge of Process Excellence Tools
  • Possesses solid knowledge of routine and non-routine testing and sampling methods, techniques and related equipment.
  • Needs to be mobile and able to independently transport themselves between various sites/locations, as dictated by the essential functions and responsibilities of the position.
  • Is frequently required to communicate with coworkers.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; climb, bend and stoop; and reach with hands and arms.
  • Ability to lift 25 lbs.


Legend Biotech is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is Legend’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Legend Biotech maintains a drug-free workplace.

Benefits:
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Matched 401K
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Savings Account
  • AD&D Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Paid Maternity Leave
  • Paid Paternity Leave
  • Pet Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Legal Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program

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