Manufacturing Operator

Independent Solutions; Dunboyne; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent Solutions seeks a Biotech Associate / Manufacturing Operator to join a state-of-the-art biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Ireland. The role supports drug substance manufacturing operations with a focus on safety, quality, compliance, and Right First-Time performance.

The successful candidate will execute GMP-compliant processes, operate automated systems, and collaborate across Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance to maintain production efficiency and

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, biologics, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience working within GMP-regulated operations.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing documentation and SOP compliance.
• Experience supporting production activities while meeting quality and safety standards.
• Ability to work effectively within a team-based manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Previous experience in biopharmaceutical or biologics manufacturing.
• Experience with cell culture, filtration, purification, or single-use technologies.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and KPI-driven environments.

Responsibilities

• Execute manufacturing processes in accordance with approved SOPs, GMP requirements and safety procedures.
• Operate and monitor automated manufacturing processes using paperless manufacturing systems.
• Support biologics production activities including inoculation, cell culture, filtration, purification, and associated manufacturing operations.
• Set up, prepare, and maintain single-use manufacturing equipment between production campaigns.
• Complete manufacturing documentation accurately and in compliance with GMP requirements.
• Adhere to Right First-Time principles and support site quality objectives.
• Participate in shift handovers, team meetings, and daily operational activities.
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and other site functions.
• Identify and support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, compliance, and operational performance.
• Escalate operational issues as required and support effective problem resolution.
• Maintain training requirements and develop expertise in manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Support site safety initiatives and promote a strong safety culture.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Job description

We are seeking a Biotech Associate / Manufacturing Operator to join a state-of-the-art biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility. The successful candidate will support drug substance manufacturing operations, ensuring the highest standards of Safety, Quality, Compliance, and Right First-Time performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute manufacturing processes in accordance with approved SOPs, GMP requirements, and safety procedures.
• Operate and monitor automated manufacturing processes using paperless manufacturing systems.
• Support biologics production activities including inoculation, cell culture, filtration, purification, and associated manufacturing operations.
• Set up, prepare, and maintain single-use manufacturing equipment between production campaigns.
• Complete manufacturing documentation accurately and in compliance with GMP requirements.
• Adhere to Right First-Time principles and support site quality objectives.
• Participate in shift handovers, team meetings, and daily operational activities.
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and other site functions.
• Identify and support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, compliance, and operational performance.
• Escalate operational issues as required and support effective problem resolution.
• Maintain training requirements and develop expertise in manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Support site safety initiatives and promote a strong safety culture.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, biologics, other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience working within GMP-regulated operations.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing documentation and SOP compliance.
• Experience supporting production activities while meeting quality and safety standards.
• Ability to work effectively within a team-based manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Previous experience in biopharmaceutical or biologics manufacturing.
• Experience with cell culture, filtration, purification, or single-use technologies.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and KPI-driven environments.