Job Description
The Manufacturing Associate II will be responsible for the manufacture of Master and Working Cell Banks and perform activities within production facilities to support the manufacture of Cell & Gene Therapy products and final product fills according to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).
ResponsibilitiesApply aseptic technique concepts and identify unacceptable practices, making spot corrections to performance.Operate and maintain equipment, understanding basic operations and performing troubleshooting.Prepare solutions and materials with basic technical knowledge in the industry.Participate in facility start-ups and perform technical transfer activities.Assist with the execution of validation activities and organize materials.Procure materials while following compliance, regulatory requirements, and cGMPs.Execute Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and revise authorship of simple SOPs.Follow and execute Batch Records (BRs) efficiently.Essential SkillsBiology and mammalian cell culture.Protein purification and cell banking.GMP and cGMP knowledge.Experience in cell production, upstream, and downstream processes.Laboratory experience, especially post academic.Aseptic Technique and Cell Culture in biosafety cabinets.Additional Skills & QualificationsAssociate’s/Bachelor’s degree in science preferred, with over 2 years of relevant experience.Masters degree with 0+ years of industry experience.Hands-on mammalian cell culture experience.Experience working within a Bio Safety Cabinet.Understanding of regulatory requirements for a cGMP manufacturing facility.Work Environment
This role operates in a production environment with exposure to latex and bleach, working in a production laboratory. Holiday and shift work are often required based on the manufacturing schedule as determined by Management. The company is growing rapidly, aiming to become the largest manufacturer of gene therapy products. There is expanding construction in the commercial facility and a new site being built next to the main facility, offering rapid advancement based on performance rather than tenure.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $26.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Philadelphia,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 16, 2025.
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