Upstream Manufacturing Associate III Overnight Pitman

Rentschler Biopharma SE is a leading contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) focused exclusively on client projects. We offer customized full‑service solutions for bioprocess development and the production of complex biopharmaceuticals. As a German family‑owned company with an international footprint and global reach, we combine experts, expertise and years of experience to develop best‑in‑class solutions – together with our clients.

This position is focused on biologics manufacturing, which includes processing in upstream (cell culture) and downstream (purification). Operators are expected to perform these processes while strictly adhering to cGMP, environmental health and safety guidelines and any other related regulations which apply.

• Perform operations of the following (may be applicable to commercial scale product, development studies, clinical scale or validation activities).
• Operate manufacturing process equipment to perform various manufacturing production steps.
• Initiate new revisions for procedures.
• Operate inside a BSC, sample, and perform with aseptic techniques.
• Monitor and record batch parameters, including computer data entry.
• Complete relevant paperwork following GDP/GMP guidelines.
• Troubleshoot process problems and respond to alarms.
• Provide information for unplanned events, including entering data into event management software.
• Order, receive, and distribute supplies into the production area as needed.
• Demonstrate procedures as part of training sessions for other team members; may schedule department or process activities that involve coworkers.
• Participate in (and may lead, as requested) team meetings and facilitate multidisciplinary discussions.
• Convey information to external stakeholders (auditors, global colleagues, etc.).
• Provide support for groups that support manufacturing.
• Participate on Continuous Improvement Teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned. (During production processing these activities may increase.)
• Remain on feet for the shift, pushing buffer containers ranging from 50L to 200L.
• Sit for periods of 2 to 3 hours.
• Author technical procedures and create forms.
• Use standard troubleshooting approaches (problem statement, root cause analysis, corrections, etc.).
• Maintain good computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Work effectively and efficiently in a team environment.
• Meet the required schedule; this position may include shift, weekend, holiday work and overtime as dictated by the 365‑day per year production schedule.
• Work in a clean‑room environment, comply with hygiene standards and use of special garments.
• Wear personal protective equipment as required due to safety requirements.

• High school diploma: normally requires 7+years of related experience, or an associate degree in Life Sciences/Engineering field. Biotech certificate preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree: normally requires 4+years of related experience.
• Good proficiency with Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel.

• Normal office working conditions: computer, phone, files, fax, copier.
• May require lifting amounts of 25lbs.
• Must remain on feet for the shift.
• Must be able to work in a clean‑room environment and comply with hygiene standards.

Base pay range: $36/hr – $46/hr.

Disclosure Statement:
Rentschler Biopharma 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 permissible by law.

The annual base salary is just one component of our Total Rewards package, which also includes our annual discretionary bonus program, medical insurance, our generous 401K program, plus a host of other benefits to aligned to support our employees’ personal and professional wellness.