Production Associate I - Cell Culture (Sunday-Thursday)

Role Summary

As an entry-level position, this Associate will manufacture HEP & HDF cells under direct supervision from a team leader or supervisor. The Production Associate I will perform all tasks required to produce cells, i.e. spinner preparation, seed, maintain, harvest cells, in a level 10,000 clean room environment in a safe and timely manner. This associate will also assist in the cell banking process when required. The hours for this position are Sunday-Thursday 7:30 am-4:00 pm, some holidays are required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for manufacturing cells according to established MBR’s and OP’s
• Responsible for adherence to all OP’s, protocols, policies, regulatory requirements, GMP, and safety guidelines
• Responsible for assuring cell culture paperwork is complete and compliant with all protocols
• Responsible for proper operation of all clean room equipment
• Responsible for maintaining all required records & adherence to established guidelines for QC procedures, GMP’s and safety.
• Assist in developing, collecting, trending, and analyzing cell culture technical data

Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Biology or related science. A Certificate or A.S. in Biotechnology with 3-5 years' relevant experience will also be considered.
• Required: Direct experience with cell banking, cell culture, and/or fermentation is highly desired
• Required: Prior experience in general lab techniques including aseptic technique, cGMP and clean room protocols
• Required: Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Required: Aseptic technique, basic lab techniques (pipettes, balances, etc.)
• Required: Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
• Required: Communicating with others to exchange information
• Required: Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers
• Required: Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required. A Bachelor's degree in Biology or related science is strongly preferred. A Certificate or A.S. in Biotechnology with 3-5 years' relevant experience will also be considered.

Additional Requirements

• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment, for extended periods of time.