Associate Manufacturing AME - Days

Amgen; West Greenwich (RI); On-site; USD 71,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Stock-based incentives

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Amgen Rhode Island is hiring an Associate Manufacturing for the day shift to operate across cell culture and purification areas, following GMP and documenting in batch records.

You will perform tasks per SOPs, assist in deviations, training, and safety, and contribute to continuous improvement within an agile, cross-area manufacturing environment.

Strong organizational skills, ability to work under pressure, and collaboration with diverse teams are essential as you support manufacturing campaigns.

Qualifications

• High school/GED with 2+ years manufacturing or operations experience, or Associate’s +6 months, or Bachelor’s degree.
• Knowledge of GMP, CFRs, SOPs and manufacturing procedures.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks and operate under high-pressure conditions.
• Strong collaboration, safety mindset, and willingness to learn across areas.

Responsibilities

• Perform cell culture, purification, weigh/dispense, and batching in two drug substance plants.
• Adhere to SOPs, MPs, JHAs, and CFRs; monitor and control manufacturing processes.
• Review documentation; assist in deviations and area audits; support continuous improvement.
• Train staff on tasks and act as safety representative as needed.

Skills

DeltaV

Single-use Systems CFR

GMP knowledge

Analytical reasoning

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate’s degree

Tools

DeltaV

Job description

Associate Manufacturing - Days

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will perform operations within multiple Manufacturing areas, including cell culture and purification, at Amgen’s innovative Rhode Island facility. This agile approach helps align staff capability with labor demand peaks across areas while building broader manufacturing experience. You will be required to know, comprehend, and apply Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and to understand, follow, and document work in batch records.

Responsibilities Include:

• Perform cell culture, purification, weigh & dispense, and solutions batching tasks as part of an Agile Manufacturing Excellence team in two drug substance plants
• Perform tasks in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Manufacturing Procedures (MPs), Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs), and applicable Code of Federal Regulations (CFRs)
• Perform and monitor critical manufacturing processes
• Conduct basic troubleshooting and assist in the review of documentation for assigned functions.
• May also have the responsibility of initiating and owning area deviations
• Assist in the review of documentation for assigned functions, including routine area audits and batch records
• Perform activities that may include rigorous and repetitive work
• Work around high-pressure systems and occasionally around heavy equipment
• Train staff on hands-on tasks, as needed
• Serve as a safety representative, as needed
• Provide operational feedback and escalation issues observed
• Identify, recommend, and implement improvements related to routine functions
• Ability to work with different teams in an ever-changing, fast-paced environment
• Ability to maintain training and proficiency in supplemental assigned areas
• Enthusiasm for learning the different manufacturing areas and technologies at ARI

Agile Workforce and Cross-Area Support

Support an agile manufacturing workforce by developing broader capabilities across assigned manufacturing areas and applying those skills where product demand, labor needs, and business priorities require. Based on training, qualifications, and operational needs, move between areas to help address periods of peak demand and maintain effective production support across AR5 and AR30 manufacturing areas. Work collaboratively with area teams and Front-Line Managers (FLMs) to align assignments with campaign needs and defined work durations. Follow applicable training, qualification, GMP, and safety requirements when supporting work outside the primary area. Use cross-area experience to contribute to problem solving, build technical depth, and support continuous improvement.

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The driven professional we seek is a self-starter with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications

High school/GED + 2 years of manufacturing or operations work experience OR Associate’s + 6 months of manufacturing or operations work experience OR Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering
• Knowledge of large-scale biotechnology operations such as purification, cell culture, aseptic processing, etc.
• Demonstrated foundational technical knowledge or transferable experience applicable to manufacturing, engineering, or operational environments.
• Strong learning orientation with the ability to quickly develop technical proficiency in assigned areas.
• Positive, collaborative attitude with a willingness to contribute to team success.
• Ability to build effective working relationships across functions and with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated initiative by proactively seeking feedback, asking questions, and identifying learning opportunities.
• Comfortable working in changing environments and adapting to evolving business priorities.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to remain focused on assigned responsibilities while managing competing priorities.
• Demonstrated commitment to following established operational standards and procedures.
• Ability to represent the organization professionally through collaboration, accountability, and customer-focused behaviors.
• Willingness to accept coaching, demonstrate humility, and continuously improve through feedback.
• Knowledge of Single-use-Systems CFR and Regulatory knowledge
• Mechanical ability/expertise
• Basic statistical mathematical skills
• Ability to interpret and apply GMP knowledge
• Understanding of analytical methods for manufacturing area
• Demonstrated technical writing capability
• Ability to understand, apply and evaluate basic chemistry, biology and physical principles
• Basic troubleshooting skills on production equipment
• Experience with Delta V
• Experience with lab equipment/testing

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, we’ll 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

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. As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Salary Range 70,985.20USD -96,038.80 USD

Amgen is committed to unlocking the potential of biology for patients suffering from serious illnesses by discovering, developing, manufacturing and delivering innovative human therapeutics. This approach begins by using tools like advanced human genetics to unravel the complexities of disease and understand the fundamentals of human biology. Amgen focuses on areas of high unmet medical need and leverages its biologics manufacturing expertise to strive for solutions that improve health outcomes and dramatically improve people’s lives. A biotechnology pioneer since 1980, Amgen has grown to be one of the world's leading independent biotechnology companies, has reached millions of patients around the world and is developing a pipeline of medicines with breakaway potential. For more information, visit www.amgen.com and follow us on www.twitter.com/amgen