Advanced Upstream Bioprocess Technician

ThermoFisher Scientific; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Annual incentive plan bonus

Employee benefits

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific in St. Louis, MO, seeks a Senior Upstream Processing Technician to support manufacturing of Commercial and Clinical Biologics under cGMPs.

You will handle mammalian cell culture, aseptic operations, and large-scale bioreactors (50L-2000L), with emphasis on safety and quality. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years in manufacturing or related labs, strong problem-solving, and proficiency with MS Office; familiarity with cGMP and upstream processing is preferred.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years of work experience in manufacturing, operation, production, lab setting or related field.
• Preferred: Experience in a cGMP environment.
• Knowledge of cGMP practices, aseptic techniques, or chemical concepts- preferred.
• Subject Matter Expert on upstream processing steps- preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execution of manufacturing batch records, work instructions and/or SOPs, with focus on proactive ‘right the first time’ executions. Assist with batch record reconciliation.
• Assist in all Department functions, such as maintaining suite, supplies, equipment, logbooks and data in accordance with site SOPs and policies.
• Documentation of all activities to meet cGMP requirements. Complete document reviews and revisions. Daily record review, tasks, and databases. Participate/Lead in shift exchanges, 1-1’s, meetings, attend meetings as needed to facilitate area needs based on changes, etc. (lean activities).
• Support a quality investigation by answering questions and making suggestions for improvement.
• Practices and promotes safe work habits and adheres to safety procedures and guidelines.
• Critical evaluation of processes, including foresight and thinking ahead.
• Ensure tasks are performed with a method of prioritization - interpret production schedules and complete tasks accordingly.

Skills

Critical thinking and problem solving

Strong math skills

MS Office

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Thermo Fisher Scientific in St. Louis, MO, seeks a Senior Upstream Processing Technician to support manufacturing of Commercial and Clinical Biologics under cGMPs.

You will handle mammalian cell culture, aseptic operations, and large-scale bioreactors (50L-2000L), with emphasis on safety and quality. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years in manufacturing or related labs, strong problem-solving, and proficiency with MS Office; familiarity with cGMP and upstream processing is preferred.