Manufacturing Associate I Solution Prep (Nights)
Durham, NC - USA
Job Summary
Job Description 7PM-7AM / 2*2*3 Manufacturing Schedule
The Manufacturing Associate I - Solution Prep will perform Upstream or Downstream production activities for early and late-phase Cell Culture programs in a GMP environment. Responsibilities include executing tasks per SOPs batch records and GMP/GDP/GLP standards ensuring compliance and accuracy. The role involves various unit operations such as media/buffer preparation bioreactor operations aseptic techniques chromatography ultrafiltration and drug substance filling. Candidates must maintain process ownership facility upkeep and thorough documentation review to ensure compliance.
The ideal candidate should have a basic understanding of cell culture fermentation or purification unit operations with preference given to those experienced in single-use platform technology. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential. The role requires an energetic motivated and dynamic individual who is highly organized and capable of maintaining efficiency and a positive demeanor in a fast-paced multitasking environment.
Primary Responsibilities:
Manufacture cell culture products according to manufacturing batch records while ensuring compliance with quality standards company policies and current regulations.
Perform cleanroom operations adhering to aseptic processing controls including gowning and cleaning procedures.
Document manufacturing procedures (e.g. SRs EPRs BRs) in compliance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP) at the time of execution.
Ensure proper issuance and accountability of items used in manufacturing records (SR EPR BR).
Demonstrate and apply knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) in daily tasks and responsibilities.
Maintain and uphold 5S standards in the manufacturing environment.
Operate and perform maintenance on equipment per applicable Standard Operating Procedures.
Minimum Requirements:
Manufacturing Associate I:
Bachelors degree in a related scientific or engineering discipline with 0-2 years of GMP manufacturing experience; OR high school diploma with 3-5 years of related GMP manufacturing experience.
Language Ability
Fluent in English language both reading and writing. Ability to read and interpret
documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions procedure
manuals batch and production records. Ability to write routine reports and
correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees of organization.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in
situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written oral diagram or schedule form.
Math Ability
Ability to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole
numbers common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate ratio and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.
Physical Demands
Standing and sitting for long periods of time may be required at times. Lifting
pushing and pulling may be required for stocking and movement of equipment. The use of ladder may be required when setting up bioreactors.
WORKING CONDITIONS
There are particular working conditions associated with this position that should be noted (i.e. working environment hours of work workspace etc.)
The job requires working 12-hour shifts which may include working overnight. The
job requires working within a cGMP manufacturing biotechnology facility which
requires clean room operations. Clean room operations require donning clean room
attire when entering clean room areas and maintaining good personal hygiene.
While performing the duties of this job the employee regularly utilizes equipment
and materials which include mechanical hazards chemical hazards electricity hazards and tripping and falling hazards. The noise level in the environment is moderate to high.
KBI Biopharma Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore all qualified applicants regardless of race color national origin religion gender gender identity sexual orientation age disability or veteran status are strongly encouraged to apply.
I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for KBI Biopharma Inc. to hire me. If I am hired I understand that either KBI Biopharma Inc. or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of KBI Biopharma Inc. has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.
I attest with my signature below that I have given to KBI Biopharma Inc. true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize KBI Biopharma Inc. to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue or if I have concealed material information I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
KBI Biopharma Inc. is a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO / CMO) offering Cell Line Development, Process Analytical & Formulation Development, Clinical & Commercial Manufacturing, and more.