**Upstream Processing Technician** Manufacturing Chicago, IL, US Pay Rate Low: 27.00 | Pay Rate High: 38.00 + Added - 23/01/2025 Apply for Job _Our biopharmaceutical client is seeking a Manufacturing Associate_ _to join their team!_ **Schedule** : Monday-Friday 2nd or 3rd shift **Type** : Contract to hire **Pay** : $28-$37/hr, depending on experience **This role involves daily operations in the following areas:** + Performing weighing and dispensing materials. + Operating filtration systems. + Inoculating mammalian or cytokine cells. + Conducting fermentation and harvest processes. + Managing chromatography columns and TFF operations. + Performing in-process testing, including pH, conductivity, spectrophotometer, osmometer, cell counts, and more. + Preparing media and buffer solutions. + Accurately completing Batch Records and other cGMP documentation in a timely manner. + Removing and disposing of soiled materials from manufacturing areas. + Ensuring that manufacturing areas meet cleanroom standards and conditions. + Reporting any nonconformance or events occurring during the shift to the Supervisor. + Assisting with technology transfers from Process Development to cGMP Manufacturing. + Adhering to all safety, cGMP, and company policies, practices, and procedures. + Performing additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned. + Maintaining compliance with all company policies and standards. **Requirements** **Education:** + Associate degree or higher in Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field preferred. + 1-2 years of experience in the biologics industry or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. **Special Skills** **Language Skills:** + Basic verbal and written communication skills in English. + Ability to comprehend technical information, procedures, batch records, and related documents. + Strong interpersonal communication skills. **Reasoning Skills:** + Ability to operate complex systems and equipment in alignment with current GMPs, SOPs, and safety standards with minimal supervision. + Basic problem-solving and troubleshooting skills for equipment and manufacturing processes. + Capacity to work independently, follow detailed instructions, and collaborate effectively within a team. **Computer and Technical Skills:** + Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, and data management tools. + Understanding of GMP and safety requirements. + Familiarity with biotechnology operations, including aseptic filtration systems, fermentation processes, inoculation processes, chromatography columns, and TFF steps. INDBH \#LI-DNP We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.