Manufacturing Associate III - Cell Culture, Site , Redmond, WA

Job Title: Manufacturing Associate III - Cell Culture

Location: Redmond, WA
Department: Manufacturing

Reports To: Manager, Manufacturing Operations - Upstream

Shifts: Must be willing to work the shift of Sunday-Wednesday 7am-6pm

About Us: this is who we are

At Just Evotec Biologics, we believe that curiosity is the spark that drives innovation and success. As a forward-thinking team, we thrive on challenging the status quo, learning from each other, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We’re on a mission to create a place where curiosity isn’t just encouraged— it’s celebrated.

Are you someone who asks questions, seeks answers, and isn't afraid to go deeper? #BeCUREous with us and see where your curiosity can take you!

The Role: Your challenge …in our journey

We’re looking for a passionate and curious Manufacturing Associate III to join our team. If you’re excited by new challenges, solving complex problems, and learning every step of the way, you might just be the perfect fit. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to drive impactful projects, collaborate with bright minds, and explore uncharted territories.

As a Manufacturing Associate III at Just Evotec Biologics, you’ll have the freedom to ask the hard questions, think outside the box, and find creative solutions that push us forward. It’s a role where your curiosity will fuel both your personal growth and the success of the team.

• Work with key stakeholders to evaluate new and existing technologies to increase efficiency and facility throughput.
• Develop design documents (user requirement specifications, software functional specifications) based on platform process requirements and validation commissioning and qualification protocols.
• Assis project leads and automation team with integrating equipment and technologies into the Distribute Control System (DCS) with the manufacturing suite
• Evaluate single-use technologies and design single-use manifolds and assemblies
• Work with vendors to develop data and validation packages supporting technologies.
• Facilitate procurement and implementation of approved new technologies
• Develop business processes, guidelines, SOPs, and training for processing equipment and technologies
• Lead the development equipment maintenance & life cycle plans
• Partner with Site MSAT Manufacturing Technology & Science teams on global and site objectives
• Participate in Non-Conformance investigation and provide process impact evaluations of equipment issues, in exchange of technical problems and solutions throughout the manufacturing network, and in internal and external audits/inspections

• BS in engineering, sciences, or related life science engineering 2 years + of relevant experience in Pharmaceutical, Biotech, or Life Sciences industries, or an MS degree.
• Working knowledge of cGMP manufacturing and regulatory regulations and requirements for biologics/pharmaceuticals
• Solid understanding of monoclonal antibody processing either at manufacturing scale or in process development.
• Experience working with single-use disposable manufacturing systems
• Working knowledge of manufacturing process equipment and automation systems
• Candidate must focus on quality, attention to detail, and effective task/time management organizational skills.
• Ability to organize, analyze/interpret, and effectively communicate process data.
• Practical experience or knowledge working with continuous manufacturing processes.

• Experience using DeltaV automation
• Participation in global teams, Center of Excellence, etc.
• Applies knowledge and expertise to solve complex technical problems
• Proficiency developing and executing commissioning/qualification (CQV) plans and protocols

• Growth Opportunities
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