Manufacturing Associate

Morgan McKinley; Leinster; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan McKinley is recruiting a Manufacturing Bioprocess Associate for a state-of-the-art biotechnology facility in Dunboyne, Ireland. This role provides shop-floor operational support for late-stage and launch biologics pipelines, spanning fed-batch and continuous manufacturing.

The position requires familiarity with GMP, electronic batch records, and single-use technologies, with a focus on collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to meet production schedules and quality standards.

Qualifications

• A Level 6 qualification in science or engineering is desirable.
• Two+ years of GMP manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with contamination control and batch release requirements.
• Familiarity with Emerson DeltaV, PAS-X, and automation systems.
• Experience with single-use technologies in manufacturing.
• Understanding of upstream and downstream unit operations for mAb manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end production operations for fed-batch and continuous manufacturing.
• Operate manufacturing equipment per electronic batch records, sampling plans and SOPs.
• Support weekend and out-of-hours work to meet manufacturing schedules.
• Adhere to site safety standards and GMP compliance.
• Assist in authoring and maintaining electronic batch records, sampling plans, work instructions and SOPs.
• Work within a multidisciplinary, diverse process team emphasizing flexibility and collaboration.

Skills

Independent work

Cross-functional collaboration

Contamination control knowledge

Automation systems

Single-use tech experience

mAb manufacturing understanding

Education

A Level 6 qualification in science/engineering

2+ years GMP manufacturing experience

Tools

Emerson DeltaV

PAS-X

Job description

A state-of-the-art biotechnology manufacturing facility designed to enable and advance high-quality pharmaceutical manufacturing through leading-edge technology and a dynamic, activity-based workspace. The facility supports seamless connection and collaboration across teams and functions.

The facility operates in a multi-product environment, requiring flexibility to adapt to changing clinical and commercial biologics pipeline demands.

The Manufacturing Bioprocess Associate will provide operational support for shop floor activities within a late-stage and launch pipeline at a state-of-the-art, single-use biotechnology manufacturing facility in Dunboyne, Ireland.

The facility promotes an inclusive and collaborative working environment that values diverse backgrounds, perspectives, teamwork, and employee engagement.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

The Manufacturing Bioprocess Associate is responsible for:

• Supporting end-to-end production operations for both fed-batch and continuous manufacturing processes.
• Operating manufacturing equipment in accordance with electronic batch records, sampling plans, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Supporting weekend and out-of-hours work, as required, to meet manufacturing schedules.
• Carrying out all work activities in strict adherence to site safety standards and GMP compliance requirements.
• Supporting the authoring and maintenance of electronic batch records, sampling plans, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Working as part of a multidisciplinary, diverse, and dedicated process team, where flexibility, collaboration, and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications and Skills Requirements

• A Level 6 qualification in a science or engineering discipline is desirable.
• Two or more years of experience in GMP manufacturing may be considered equivalent to the relevant qualification.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a cross-functional team.
• Familiarity with contamination control practices and batch release requirements.
• Familiarity with Emerson DeltaV, PAS-X, and automation systems used in manufacturing processes.
• Experience with single-use technologies in a manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of upstream and downstream unit operations in monoclonal antibody (mAb) manufacturing.

Additional Requirements

• This is a site-based role in Dunboyne, Ireland.
• Flexible working arrangements may be required, including weekend and out-of-hours support.