Associate - 3rd shift

Kelly; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 74,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 152 hours + 8 holidays

401K match

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Sign-on bonus $5,000

15% shift differential

Job summary

Kelly in Madison, WI is seeking an Associate - Biomanufacturing, Downstream/mRNA to join a GMP biopharma unit on-site. You will perform downstream purification for mRNA, work with IVT, chromatography, TFF, viral filtration, and fill/qualifications, while adhering to BPRs and SOPs.

You''ll contribute to continuous improvement, help train junior staff, and participate in daily shift meetings. The role requires 4+ years relevant experience or a STEM degree plus experience, and offers a base of

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher with relevant experience; or STEM degree with experience.

Responsibilities

• Carry out downstream purification activities for mRNA production, including IVT, chromatography, TFF, viral filtration, bulk drug substance filling, and column packing/qualification.
• Adhere to BPRs and SOPs in cGMP/GDP environments.
• Document all work with precision and integrity.
• Identify and address deviations and support rapid resolution.
• Participate in training of junior staff and shift communications.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in STEM

Tools

TrackWise

ComplianceWire

JD Edwards

DeltaV

Unicorn

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Associate - Biomanufacturing, Downstream/mRNA

Location: Madison, WI (100% On-Site)

Schedule: Night Shift, 10:00 PM - 8:00 AM (Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday, shift availability varies)

Compensation: $68,000/year ($32.69 per hour) + 15% shift differential + $5,000 sign-on bonus

Employment Type: Full-time

Position Summary

Join a leading biomanufacturing facility specializing in scalable production of innovative biopharmaceutical products. As an Associate focusing on Downstream/mRNA manufacturing, you’ll play a vital role in the production of high-quality drug substances within a GMP-compliant, clean room environment, utilizing advanced technologies and single-use systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out downstream purification activities for mRNA production, including in-vitro transcription (IVT), chromatography, tangential flow filtration (TFF), viral filtration, bulk drug substance filling, and column packing/qualification
• Adhere strictly to detailed instructions, Batch Production Records (BPRs), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in compliance with cGMP and GDP requirements
• Document all work with precision and integrity
• Proactively identify and elevate deviations, supporting rapid resolution
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement; lead and engage in related initiatives
• Support onboarding and training for junior employees, including possible opportunity to become a Certified Trainer
• Participate in daily shift meetings, cross-shift communication, and collaborate with internal teams and clients as needed
• Maintain rigorous clean room standards and ensure a safe, compliant workspace
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 4+ years of relevant experience; or Associate's or Bachelor’s degree (scientific, engineering, or biomanufacturing discipline) with 1+ year experience; or Master’s degree (STEM) (experience preferred, but not required)
• Comfortable following procedures within cGMP/cGXP/FDA regulated environments
• Familiarity using Microsoft Office applications

Preferred

• Experience with TrackWise, ComplianceWire, JD Edwards, DeltaV, or chromatography software (e.g., Unicorn)
• Clean room and/or GMP manufacturing experience

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, read, and use a computer for extended periods
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable working in a controlled clean room environment

Why Join Us?

• Structured career growth and annual performance feedback
• Inclusive, diverse workplace culture
• Opportunity to contribute to life-changing biopharmaceutical products

Competitive Benefits

• 152 hours of PTO + 8 paid holidays
• Generous 401K match
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Tuition reimbursement (finish or start your degree)
• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• 15% shift differential