Manufacturing Technician II​/III - Upstream​/Downstream (M-F, 7am-3:30pm

Lexington, MA

The field of gene therapy is growing rapidly and Genezen is here to meet the exacting needs of our clients. We provide process development, produce GMP viral vectors, and provide cell transduction for gene and cell therapy clinical trials and are proud to be a part of the process that leads to new cures.

Many people have worked in environments where you feel like just another nameless part of an enormous machine. Genezen is different. We want our employees to be innovative, collaborative problem solvers who are dedicated to meeting the challenges of working at a fast-growing company. We are dedicated to empowering our employees to be their best and making Genezen a rewarding place to work.

Every employee contributes to the success of the company and you can be part of that team.

Genezen is seeking a Manufacturing Technician II/III to play a hands‑on‑role in the production of clinical and/or commercial cell and gene therapy products, helping our partners deliver life‑changing advanced therapies to patients. This role is responsible for performing routine and non‑routine manufacturing operations in a cGMP environment, including process execution, in‑process controls, equipment operation, and documentation, while working closely with MSAT, QC, QA, Engineering, and Validation teams to ensure safe, compliant, and high‑quality manufacturing operations.

The position is Monday‑Friday, 7am‑3:30pm in our Lexington, MA facility.

• Execute routine and non‑routine production activities according to the manufacturing schedule.
• Follow cGMP requirements, SOPs, batch records, and solution preparation records.
• Use the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to execute transactions accurately and in real‑time.
• Demonstrate and apply aseptic processing techniques.
• Operate in production areas such as, but not limited to, Pre‑culture, USP, DSP, buffer preparation, and Fill Finish.
• Perform troubleshooting activities within established procedures.
• Participate in shift handoffs and communicate critical production information.
• Support off‑shift, overtime, and holiday production activities as required.
• Identify and communicate opportunities for process, procedural, and operational improvements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and problem‑solving activities.

• Complete manufacturing documentation accurately and in real time following GDP principles.
• Review batch records, solution records, logbooks, and forms for completeness and accuracy.
• Maintain training compliance and ensure required qualifications remain current.
• Support a safe working environment by identifying and escalating potential safety concerns.

• Perform routine equipment cleaning and standardization activities.
• Support product changeovers and manufacturing readiness activities.
• Assist with equipment, process qualification, and validation efforts.
• Conduct facility walkthroughs and maintain manufacturing areas in an inspection‑ready state.
• Coordinate equipment and facility issues with Senior and Lead Technicians.

• Maintain an individual development plan and continuously build technical expertise.
• Complete annual self‑assessments and actively participate in performance development discussions.
• Demonstrate open‑mindedness and self‑awareness in receiving and acting upon feedback.

• Adaptability required as work schedule may change based on business needs
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
• Criminal background check required
• Other duties as assigned

• High School, Associates, or Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Life Sciences/Engineering field.

• 3-8+ years prior manufacturing experience, preferably experience in a comparable position (similar type of work, similar group dynamics), preferentially in an industrial organization.
• Hands‑on experience in writing and reviewing documentation
• Experience in (bio)-manufacturing unit operations (USP and/or DSP)

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with ability to…