Manufacturing Associate Level 1

Job Description

Job Description

Upstream Manufacturing Associate – B Night Shift

Job ID: 1464

Position: Upstream Manufacturing Associate
Shift: B Night Shift – 12-Hour Rotating Schedule
Hours: 6:30 PM – 6:30 AM (18:30–06:30)
Schedule: Alternating Weeks
Work Environment: Onsite / Manufacturing

Position Summary

We are seeking an Upstream Manufacturing Associate to support upstream manufacturing operations in a regulated biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

This position will support key upstream activities, including sampling, media preparation, and inoculum activities. The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a controlled manufacturing environment, following established procedures, gowning requirements, and applicable safety and quality standards.

Important – B Night Shift Requirement

Candidates must be able and willing to work the following 12-hour overnight rotating schedule from 6:30 PM to 6:30 AM:

Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Week 2: Wednesday and Thursday

The schedule then repeats on an alternating basis.

Applicants should carefully review and confirm their ability to work this night-shift schedule before applying.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform upstream manufacturing activities in accordance with approved procedures and established manufacturing practices.
• Support sampling activities associated with upstream manufacturing processes.
• Perform media preparation activities as required.
• Support inoculum preparation and related upstream processing activities.
• Follow established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), manufacturing instructions, and safety requirements.
• Accurately complete required manufacturing documentation.
• Maintain a clean and organized manufacturing work environment.
• Follow applicable gowning and controlled-area procedures.
• Work collaboratively with manufacturing team members to support production schedules and operational requirements.
• Identify and communicate manufacturing issues or deviations to appropriate team members or supervisors.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

Candidates must be able to:

• Work a 12-hour overnight shift from 6:30 PM to 6:30 AM.
• Work the required alternating B Night Shift schedule, including weekends.
• Wear required gowning and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Stand and/or walk for extended periods during the shift.
• Lift up to 25 pounds on an infrequent basis.
• Perform manufacturing activities in a controlled production environment.
• Follow strict safety, quality, and gowning procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or regulated manufacturing is preferred.
• Experience with upstream manufacturing operations is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with sampling, media preparation, inoculum activities, or related bioprocessing operations is preferred.
• Ability to follow detailed written procedures and accurately complete documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a manufacturing team.
• Must be dependable and able to consistently work the required B Night Shift rotating schedule.

Schedule at a Glance

Week 1: Work Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday
Week 2: Work Wednesday & Thursday
Shift Hours: 6:30 PM – 6:30 AM

Please apply only if you are comfortable with and available for this rotating overnight schedule.