Downstream Manufacturing Associate III; 1st Shift - Wed-Sat

This position will follow a 1st Shift 4/3 schedule, 6am-6:30pm, Wed-Sat (working every other Wednesday).

• Experienced in GMP downstream manufacturing; especially with TFF, Chromatography systems and purification of Mabs
• Specific equipment/systems that we are using include, Akta ready, Akta Process, XDUos buffer systems and disposable technology systems
• Must have experience with troubleshooting of the equipment and of process and excellence in clinical manufacturing
• Characteristics: adaptable to changes, works well cross functionally and with key stakeholders; self-motivated, takes initiative and drives for solutions with the team; can lead in the absence of the manager; train newer operators once up to speed
• Other possible responsibilities may include writing deviations/investigations and revising batch records if needed

• Perform operations of the following (may be applicable to commercial scale product, development studies, clinical scale or validation activities).
  • Strong knowledge and understanding of manufacturing process and equipment to perform various production steps
  • Ability to train employees
  • Subject matter expert operating production equipment, as needed
  • Monitor and record batch parameters, including computer data entry; complete relevant paperwork following GDP/GMP guidelines; perform mathematical calculations related to production processes
  • Initiate new documents for procedures; may make minor revisions to existing documents
  • Work with support team on all necessary event investigations and inventory system cycle counts and discrepancies
  • Troubleshoot process problems and respond to alarms. Provide information for unplanned events, including entering data into event management software
  • Oversee training of new employees, track training requirements for team members ensuring appropriate training is completed prior to process execution
  • Order, receive and distribute supplies into production area as needed
  • Pushing buffer containers ranging from 50L to 200L
  • Sitting for periods of 2 to 3 hours
  • Knowledge of laboratory and pharmaceutical production equipment including but not limited to: autoclaves, process tanks, chromatography skids and columns, analytical equipment
• Convey information to external stake holders (auditors, global colleagues, etc.). Oversee support for groups that support manufacturing (such as external cleaners, etc.)
• Lead Continuous Improvement Teams (such as 5S, Gemba, OMT, etc.)
• Demonstrate procedures as a part of training sessions for other team members; may schedule department or process activities which could involve coworkers; lead team meetings and facilitate multidepartment discussions
• Provide knowledge in areas of training process improvements
• Such additional responsibilities as the Company may also assign

• With high school diploma: 6+ years of related experience required or an associate degree in Life Sciences/Engineering field; biotech Certificate preferred
• With Bachelor’s degree: 4+ years of related experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of cGMP manufacturing
• Knowledge of laboratory and pharmaceutical production equipment
• Able to read and follow detailed written instructions and have good verbal/written communication skills
• Able to write legibly and grammatically correct entries on records. Must be able to author technical procedures and create forms
• Familiar with standard troubleshooting approaches (problem statement, root cause analysis, corrections, etc.)
• Good computer skills, knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel
• Good interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment
• Ability to meet schedule required; this position may include shift, weekend, holiday work and overtime at times, as dictated by the 365-day per year production schedule
• Ability to work in a clean room environment and comply with hygiene standards and use of special garments; additionally, personal protective equipment must be worn due to safety requirements

• Normal office working conditions: computer, phone, files, fax, copier
• Personal Protective Equipment must be worn as required
• May require lifting amounts of 25 lbs
• Manufacturing operations tasks requires operator to regularly remain on feet for shift

• PPE as required
• May require lifting amounts of 25 lbs
• Manufacturing operations tasks requires operator to regularly remain on feet for shift

Base Pay Range

$36/hr - $46/hr

Disclosure Statement

Rentschler Biopharma, Inc is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base pay range listed for this position is the anticipated annual base salary range the organization reasonably, and in good faith, expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other application factors…