Associate I, Manufacturing

Catalent Pharma Solutions; Harmans (MD); On-site; USD 75,761,000 - 89,544,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Catalent Pharma Solutions in Harmans, MD, is seeking an Associate I, Manufacturing to support upstream or downstream production. You will perform cGMP activities, operate process equipment, and document manufacturing steps on the floor.

The role requires night shift, 7pm-7am on a 2-2-3 rotation, and on-site work. Minimum education includes a high school diploma with GMP experience or a science/engineering degree with cGMP knowledge.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with 2+ years GMP manufacturing experience or an Associate’s/Bachelor’s degree with basic knowledge of cGMP and safety procedures.
• Understanding of GMP processes and support across Quality, Regulatory, and Materials Management.
• Strong teamwork and communication abilities for fast-paced manufacturing.
• Fluent in English with clear written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work shifts, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Execute cGMP manufacturing processes per batch records and SOPs.
• Maintain manufacturing documentation, equipment records, and data per GDP.
• Weigh, dispense, label, stage, and transfer raw materials.
• Prepare, filter, and transfer media and buffers per procedures.
• Operate production equipment (pH meters, pumps, etc.).
• Assist in setup, cleaning, sanitization, and troubleshooting.

Skills

GMP manufacturing

Documentation

Teamwork & communication

Safety procedures

Batch records reading

Education

High School Diploma with GMP experience

Science/Engineering degree with cGMP knowledge

Tools

pH meters

Conductivity meters

Osmometers

Pumps

Job description

Associate I, Manufacturing

About Site

Our FDA-licensed, state-of-the-art CGMP manufacturing facility for Gene Therapies is located on the Harmans/BWI campus. The campus, featuring two manufacturing facilities is located 5 miles from the Baltimore Washington International (BWI) airport and 13 miles from our Baltimore location. The campus is close to Washington, DC’s I-270 Technology Corridor, top universities, and government agencies. The Harmans/BWI-1 EMA and FDA approved facility, at approximately 200,000 sq. ft., houses 10 CGMP manufacturing suites, fill/finish, central services, testing labs, and a warehouse. The Harmans/BWI-2 facility, at approximately 145,000 sq. ft., is under development and will house 8 CGMP manufacturing suites and cold storage warehousing. Both facilities support Phase 3 through commercial manufacturing of advanced therapeutic products including AAV and other viral vector-based therapies and vaccines.

Position Summary

We have an opportunity for an Associate I, Manufacturing to join our team and support upstream or downstream production operations. You will perform and document cGMP activities, operate process equipment, and execute validation protocols. The role includes creating and revising cGMP documents and completing assignments as directed. This position requires presence on the manufacturing floor, with shift and weekend work as part of the schedule.

Shift: Night shift, 7pm-7am on a 2-2-3 rotation

Location: Harmans, MD - BWI 100% Onsite

The Role

• Execute cGMP manufacturing processes and support activities in accordance with batch records, SOPs, and established production procedures.
• Accurately complete and maintain manufacturing documentation, equipment records, and production data in compliance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Weigh, dispense, label, stage, and transfer raw materials and components to support manufacturing operations.
• Prepare, filter, and transfer media and buffer solutions according to approved manufacturing procedures.
• Operate production equipment such as pH meters, conductivity meters, osmometers, pumps, tubing welders, and filter integrity testers.
• Perform basic equipment setup, operation, cleaning, sanitization, and troubleshooting within assigned manufacturing areas.
• Assemble, disassemble, sterilize, and maintain manufacturing equipment, components, and process systems.
• Support validation activities, deviations, change controls, and other compliance-related tasks in accordance with cGMP requirements.
• Maintain production rooms, equipment logbooks, cleaning records, and inventory of manufacturing and sanitation supplies.
• Participate in training programs and continuously develop proficiency in manufacturing operations, equipment, and compliance standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The Candidate Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma with 2+ years of GMP manufacturing experience, OR Associate’s Degree in a scientific, engineering, or biotechnology discipline with 1+ years of related GMP manufacturing experience, OR Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific or engineering discipline with basic knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and relevant safety procedures.
• Understanding of GMP manufacturing processes and the functional areas that support production, including Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, and Materials Management.
• Strong teamwork, collaboration, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Fluent in English with effective written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work assigned shifts, including weekends and overtime as needed to support manufacturing operations.
• Capable of performing physical requirements of the role, including lifting up to 40 pounds and extended periods of standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling on the manufacturing floor.

Pay

The anticipated hourly rate for this position in MD is $26.44 - $31.25 Plus Bonus. The final hourly rate offered to a successful candidate may vary, and will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, skillset, education, business needs, etc. Catalent is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

Why You Should Join Catalent

• Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process
• Diverse, inclusive culture
• Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives
• Competitive paid time off plus 8 paid holidays
• Community engagement and green initiatives
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective day one of employment
• Tuition reimbursement

Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference. personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work. Visit Catalent Careers to explore career opportunities.

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Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life-cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi-modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life-enhancing and life-saving treatments for patients annually.