Role Summary
Sr Associate Manufacturing - Line Lead (12hr Shift 6:00am - 6:00pm) at Amgen, focused on managing and leading all aspects of a device assembly and packaging line, ensuring production operates in full cGMP compliance.
Responsibilities
- Lead manufacturing operations on the production floor, including equipment setup, operation, and troubleshooting.
- Maintain machine uptime, clear faults, and resolve stoppages on automated equipment.
- Ensure safety and compliance procedures are followed at all times.
- Escalate concerns to management when safety, equipment, supply, or quality are at risk.
- Provide training to manufacturing staff on processes and equipment.
- Provide troubleshooting and technical support for equipment, automation, and processes.
- Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Manufacturing Support to resolve manufacturing events promptly.
- Support Deviation Triage and CAPA processes.
- Write, review, and revise controlled documentation (SOPs, MPs, forms, technical reports, etc.).
- Apply process, scientific, operational, and compliance knowledge to support operations.
- Champion Lean Transformation and OE initiatives; drive continuous improvement.
- Participate in design, development, and implementation of processes for the manufacturing floor.
- Participate in commissioning, qualification, and validation of processes and equipment; resolve related issues.
- Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing Managers, Plant Engineering, Process Development, and Regulatory Compliance in cross-functional teams.
Qualifications
- Basic Qualifications:
- High school/GED + 4 years biotech/pharmaceutical manufacturing, process development, or quality experience
- Or Associate’s + 2 years biotech/pharmaceutical manufacturing, process development, or quality experience
- Or Bachelor’s + 6 months biotech/pharmaceutical manufacturing, process development, or quality experience
- Or Master’s
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Life Sciences
- Technical understanding of pharmaceutical/biotech packaging equipment and processes
- Experience with cGMP
- Ability to be flexible and manage change
- Experience leading cross-functional teams
- Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong scientific and technical interactions with partner organizations (PD and F&E)
- Experience in GMP Tech Support, GMP operations, process development, or scheduling
- Experience with commissioning and qualification, NPI, cleaning validation, and PPQ
- Ability to analyze and interpret technical data impacting operations
- Background in lean manufacturing and operational excellence
- Experience with manufacturing systems (MES, LIMS, Maximo, CCMS, SAP, etc.)
Skills
- Technical troubleshooting and problem-solving on manufacturing equipment
- Process documentation and SOP/MP writing and revision
- Cross-functional collaboration with Quality, Engineering, and Regulatory teams
- Lean and continuous improvement methodologies
- Adaptability to changing priorities and fast-paced environments
Education
- As listed in Qualifications: relevant degrees as specified in Preferred Qualifications
Additional Requirements
- Operational experience with device assembly & packaging lines and· cGMP compliance