Senior Process Technician

Job Location: Andover, MA United States (On‑site)

Contract Duration: 12 Months

We are seeking an experienced Senior Process Technician to support commercial, clinical, and development manufacturing operations in a GMP-regulated biopharmaceutical environment. This role is responsible for executing manufacturing processes, troubleshooting production issues, supporting equipment qualification, maintaining documentation, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience with upstream and downstream bioprocessing equipment and thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

• Execute manufacturing operations following approved SOPs and production schedules.
• Operate buffer/media preparation systems, bioreactors, filtration systems, chromatography skids, UF/DF skids, autoclaves, glass washers, and associated manufacturing equipment.
• Perform CIP, SIP, sanitization, and related manufacturing unit operations.
• Support equipment commissioning, qualification, and validation activities.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment, automation, and process issues.
• Review batch documentation and ensure Right First Time execution.
• Support GMP walkthroughs, audits, investigations, CAPA implementation, and compliance initiatives.
• Maintain accurate manufacturing documentation and electronic records.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, and Continuous Improvement projects.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Validation, Automation, and Supply Chain teams.
• Utilize enterprise systems including SAP, LIMS, AMPS, PDOCS, and QTS.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and support production sustainability.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Biotechnology, Biology, Chemistry, or related scientific discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in GMP pharmaceutical, biotechnology, biologics, or vaccine manufacturing.
• Hands‑on experience operating bioprocess manufacturing equipment.
• Experience with upstream and/or downstream manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of GMP documentation practices.
• Experience with batch records and manufacturing documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Familiarity with equipment qualification and validation.
• Experience using SAP, LIMS, or other manufacturing systems is preferred.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.