Manufacturing Operator

Leiden Bio Science Park; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Leiden Bio Science Park is seeking Manufacturing Operators for USP/DSP and Fill & Finish in Sassenheim, Netherlands. You will support cell expansion, virus production, purification, and automated filling under GMP and BSL2 conditions in our digital Lenti Viral Vector Facility.

Responsibilities include installing and operating equipment, training others, and maintaining GMP documentation while contributing to process improvements. Strong English is essential; shifts will be announced soon.

Qualifications

• MBO 4 or HBO in laboratory & biotechnology, biochemistry, biomedicine, process technology, or equivalent with proven biotech/manufacturing experience.
• Hands-on expertise in a BSL2 environment, focusing on cell culture, virus propagation, purification, or Fill & Finish, adhering to GMP and EHS standards.
• Strong English communication skills, able to analyze complex situations with high accuracy and independence; adaptable team player.

Responsibilities

• Support the installation and operation of new equipment, writing job breakdown sheets for training and work instructions.
• Collaborate in the execution of the daily task and the supporting activities of the department according to procedures and detailed schedule.
• Perform GMP documentation activities; raise process deviations, notice process gaps, and tackle them; train operators; contribute to continuous improvement of processes and procedures.
• Work safely and compliantly in line with GMP, EHS, and quality standards; shifts will apply soon, please ask our recruiter for more information.

Skills

BSL-2 environment

Cell culture

Virus propagation

GMP compliance

English communication

Education

MBO 4 / HBO in laboratory & biotechnology

Job description

Overview

We are looking for the best Manufacturing Operators for our USP/DSP and Fill and Finish departments in Sassenheim, Netherlands! Join our fully digital Lenti Viral Vector Facility in Sassenheim, producing vectors for multiple myeloma treatment impacting 160,000 patients worldwide. As we prepare for commercial production in mid-2026, we’re looking for Manufacturing Operators (USP/DSP/F&F) to support cell expansion, virus production, purification, and automated filling under GMP and BSL2 conditions.

Build your career at the forefront of innovation in a collaborative environment, with strong growth opportunities through training, mentoring, and clear career paths.

Responsibilities

• Support the installation and operation of new equipment, writing job breakdown sheets for training and work instructions.
• Collaborate in the execution of the daily task and the supporting activities of the department according to procedures and detailed schedule.
• Perform process and GMP documentation activities; raise process deviations, notice process gaps, and tackle them; train operators. Contribute to continuous improvement of processes and procedures.
• Work safely and compliantly in line with GMP, EHS, and quality standards. Shifts will apply soon, please ask our recruiter for more information.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Preferably an MBO 4 or HBO in laboratory & biotechnology, biochemistry, biomedicine, process technology, allround laborant OR equivalent education level with proven experience in biotech or biopharma manufacturing.
• Hands‑on expertise in a BSL2 environment, focusing on cell culture, virus propagation, purification, or Fill & Finish, adhering to GMP and EHS standards.
• Strong English communication skills, with the ability to analyse complex situations and maintain high accuracy and independence. Adaptable teammate with a proactive approach, ready to tackle challenges and work flexible shifts.