(Fixed-Term) Manufacturing Associate, Drug Substance - Shift Position

Moderna; Tighnabruaich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering biotechnology company in Tighnabruaich seeks a Manufacturing Associate to operate and monitor production equipment for mRNA vaccines. This role demands 1+ years of GMP experience and a university degree in Pharmaceutical production technology. Ideal candidates will demonstrate skills in collaboration, attention to detail, and problem-solving. The position offers extensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Quality healthcare and insurance benefits

Lifestyle Spending Accounts

Fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes

Generous paid time off

Location-specific perks

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a GMP manufacturing environment.
• Ability to maintain attention to detail while executing multiple tasks.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production equipment in compliance with cGMP standards.
• Execute operations and maintain accurate manufacturing documentation.
• Collaborate with QA and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Digital fluency

Education

University degree in Pharmaceutical production technology or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Role and Moderna opportunity involve joining a pioneering team revolutionizing medicine through mRNA technology with a diverse pipeline across diseases. You’ll be part of a growing organization, working with exceptional colleagues and strategic partners worldwide to contribute to global health initiatives. Moderna aims to establish a leading-edge research, development, and manufacturing facility at Harwell for onshore mRNA vaccine production for respiratory diseases, creating skilled jobs and collaborating with academic, NHS, and government partners in the UK. We are seeking global experts to join this endeavour and help make life-saving vaccines accessible to all.

As a Manufacturing Associate at our Harwell site, you will operate cutting-edge production equipment supporting the safe and effective manufacture of Moderna’s mRNA vaccines. You will work in compliance with cGMP and health and safety regulations, ensuring batch quality and process integrity. The role combines scientific and operational expertise with digital fluency, requiring attention to detail, rapid learning, and collaborative teamwork. You will contribute to innovations and continuous improvement in a technologically advanced production environment central to Moderna’s mission.

What You’ll Do

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Operate and monitor production equipment while adhering to cGMP, SOPs, and health and safety procedures
• Maintain a clean, compliant, and safe work environment through gowning and housekeeping standards
• Execute operations and maintain accurate manufacturing documentation for batch disposition
• Perform routine equipment maintenance such as lubrication, filter changes, and mechanical checks using hand-tools
• Troubleshoot digital and equipment-related issues rapidly and efficiently
• Keep training records and operational logs up to date, ensuring full compliance
• Work flexibly including off-hours or overtime to support manufacturing schedules
• Take part in deviation investigations (RCA), CAPA tasks, and contribute to incident analyses
• Collaborate closely with QA and cross-functional teams to meet production KPIs

Your responsibilities will also include:

• Promote safe work habits in alignment with Moderna’s safety culture
• Proactively identify and report safety or compliance concerns to leadership
• Participate in multiple projects and continuous improvement initiatives
• Apply lean tools and digital platforms to drive operational excellence
• Engage in a fast-paced, matrixed work environment with agility and a problem-solving mindset

The key Moderna Mindsets you’ll need to succeed in the role:

• We digitize everywhere possible using the power of code to maximize our impact on patients. Your comfort in using digital tools and platforms will be essential in Moderna’s highly automated production environment. From troubleshooting to operational logging, you’ll be expected to leverage technology to enhance efficiency and product integrity.
• We behave like owners. The solutions we’re building go beyond any job description. In this role, every team member is expected to step up with initiative and accountability. You’ll own your area of operation and contribute beyond task execution, seeking opportunities to improve workflows and patient outcomes through proactive problem-solving.

What You’ll Need

• 1+ years of experience in a GMP manufacturing environment
• This position is site-based and full-time on Moderna’s site; remote work is not eligible
• As part of Moderna’s commitment to workplace safety, this role may require an enhanced pre-employment check

What You’ll Bring to the Table

• A university degree with a specialization in Pharmaceutical production technology or equivalent
• Experience with filtration and chromatography, and cold chain management a plus
• Experience in audit/inspection preparation, understanding health authority and regulatory guidelines
• Ability to collaborate fluidly with peers, leadership and cross-functional support groups
• Excellent written, oral communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain attention to detail while executing multiple tasks with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated commitment to Moderna's values of Bold, Collaborative, Curious, and Relentless

Benefits and Equity

• Quality healthcare and insurance benefits
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts to support well-being
• Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
• Family planning and adoption benefits
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, volunteer days, sabbatical, and global recharge days
• Savings and investments
• Location-specific perks and extras

The benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country of work.

About Moderna

Since 2010, Moderna aspires to build the leading mRNA technology platform, with infrastructure to reimagine medicine creation and delivery, and a world-class team. We aim to give our people a platform to change medicine and the world. By living our mission, values, and mindsets, our people drive scientific progress and culture, creating a belonging-focused environment for patients, employees, the environment, and communities.

We are recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S. Moderna supports an in-person culture with a 70/30 in-office model to foster innovation, teamwork, and mentorship. Join us to shape a world where every interaction is an opportunity to contribute.

If you want to make a difference, visit modernatx.com/careers to learn about current opportunities.

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free work environment. Moderna is committed to equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination for all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other protected characteristic. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities and to perform essential functions; contact the Accommodations and Adjustments team at [e-mail] for assistance.