Associate Manufacturing

BioSpace; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Remote/hybrid options

Career development

Job summary

Amgen in Thousand Oaks is seeking an Associate Manufacturing to work across QA, QC, Engineering, and Facilities. You will gain deep insight into manufacturing operations and planning, performing formulation activities and batch record reviews to ensure quality and compliance.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration and data-driven improvements. The ideal candidate will have GMP experience, be proficient with MS Office/Excel, and be prepared to work in a dynamic, regulated environment.

Qualifications

• High school/GED plus 2 years Manufacturing experience or
• Associates plus 6 months Manufacturing experience or
• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Execute drug product formulation activities
• Perform initial review of manufacturing batch records
• Maintain safe and compliant culture by identifying preventative measures
• Create and/or revise standard operating procedures
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, cross-functional
• Perform data analysis (SPC, CPV) of process parameters
• Develop finite schedule for unit operations
• Monitor productivity and address cycle time issues
• Escalate critical events to management
• Perform cleaning/sanitization of manufacturing areas and equipment
• Utilize systems (SAP, QMTS, LIMS)
• Support introduction of new products/technologies
• Initiate and own quality records (NC, CAPA)

Skills

MS Office

Excel

Regulatory compliance

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Education

High school/GED

Associates

Bachelor's

B.S. in life science

Tools

SAP

QMTS

LIMS

Job description

Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do.

Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, youll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Associate Manufacturing

What you will do

Responsibilities

Lets do this. Lets change the world. In this dynamic role you will collaborate with multiple functions within the Thousand Oaks site on a routine basis in a dynamic environment (Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Engineering, Facilities, Maintenance, Process Development, Process Engineering, etc.) while developing a deep understanding of the manufacturing operations and planning activities within the facility. Responsibilities of the role include:

• Executing drug product formulation activities
• Performing initial review of manufacturing batch records
• Maintaining a safe and compliant culture by identifying preventative measures
• Creating and/or revising standard operating procedures
• Leading continuous improvement initiatives, which may be cross-functional in nature
• Performing data analysis (e.g., SPC, CPV) of critical process parameters and making recommendations to Engineering and/or Process Development teams
• Developing finite schedule for tasks including, but not limited to unit operations
• Monitoring productivity and identifying countermeasures for issues impacting cycle time adherence
• Elevating critical and impactful events to management
• Perform the cleaning/sanitization of the manufacturing areas areas and equipment as applicable
• Utilizing appropriate systems for job duties (SAP, QMTS, and LIMS etc.)
• Supporting the introduction of new products and technologies into the facility
• Initiating and owning quality records, including but not limited to non-conformances (NC), Corrective/Preventative Actions (CAPA)

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients.

The Manufacturing professional we seek is a collaborative partner with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications

• High school/GED + 2 years Manufacturing experience OR
• Associates + 6 months Manufacturing experience OR
• Bachelors

Preferred Qualifications

• B.S. in a life science or related field
• 2 years of work experience in a GMP environment
• Ability to perform computer operations, such as ability to navigate in MS Office and Excel
• Ability to operate specialized equipment and computers as appropriate to the individual area
• Ability to adhere to regulatory requirements, written procedures and safety guidelines
• Ability to evaluate documentation/data according to company and regulatory guidelines

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, well support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

In Addition To The Base Salary, Amgen Offers a Total Rewards Plan, Based On Eligibility, Comprising Of Health And Welfare Plans For Staff And Eligible Dependents, Financial Plans With Opportunities To Save Towards Retirement Or Other Goals, Work/life Balance, And Career Development Opportunities That May Include

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
• Stock-based long-term incentives
• Award-winning time-off plans
• Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible

In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Application deadline

Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities, consistent with legal requirements. Please contact us to request accommodation.