Associate Manufacturing I- Day Shift

Amgen; West Greenwich (RI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive employee benefits package

Flexible work models

Stock-based long-term incentives

Job summary

A biotechnology company located in Rhode Island is seeking a Manufacturing Associate I to support the production process. Responsibilities include operating equipment, maintaining records, and ensuring safety and quality in manufacturing. Qualified candidates will have at least a high school diploma with relevant experience. The role involves a rotating 12-hour shift with competitive benefits, including potential bonus and stock incentives. Join a diverse team dedicated to improving patient outcomes through innovative biotechnological solutions.

Qualifications

• Basic troubleshooting skills on production equipment.
• Knowledge of large-scale biotechnology operations such as purification and cell culture.
• Mechanical ability/expertise.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and maintain production records.
• Adhere to safety and quality standards.
• Perform operations in the manufacturing area under supervision.

Skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Curiosity

DeltaV

Lab equipment

Troubleshooting

Analytical methods

Education

High school/GED + 2 years of manufacturing or operations work experience

Associate’s + 6 months of manufacturing or operations work experience

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Tools

Delta V

Job description

You’ve worked hard to become the professional you are today and are now ready to take the next step in your career. How will you put your skills, experience and passion to work toward your goals? At Amgen, our shared mission—to serve patients—drives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies, reaching over 10 million patients worldwide. Come do your best work alongside other innovative, driven professionals in this meaningful role.

Job Description

Live

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this role, you will join a team of impactful manufacturing execution associates that leverage adaptability, agility, teamwork, and curiosity. The Manufacturing Associate I at Amgen supports the production process by operating equipment, maintaining production records, and adhering to safety and quality standards. They contribute to the overall efficiency of the manufacturing process.

The on-boarding phase for this role will last 2-6 weeks, during which time successful incumbents will be on an administrative schedule (Monday through Friday, approximately 8am to 5pm). Following the on-boarding phase, the successful incumbent will be expected to join a shift team working a 12-hour shift. The shift pattern will be 7am -7 with a two-week rotation covering 7 days per week. The rotating shift offers several benefits, with an average of 14 days on shift per month with every other weekend off. In addition, any Sundays worked receive Premium pay.

There are multiple openings for this position, but the following list offers some insight into basic expectations for our manufacturing associates.

• Under general supervision, Associate will perform operations in the manufacturing area.
• Operations will be performed according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's)
• Associate will perform and monitor critical processes, complete routine validation protocols and regularly draft and revise documents such as Manufacturing Procedures, SOP's and technical reports.
• Associate will also perform basic troubleshooting and assist in the review of documentation for assigned functions.
• May participate on cross-functional teams and represent the manufacturing teams.
• Associate may also have the responsibility of owning deviations/CAPA's.
• In addition, Associate may identify, recommend and implement improvements related to routine functions.

Qualifications

Win

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The Associate Manufacturing professional we seek is a committed individual 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.
• 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
• Able to demonstrate project management skills and presentation skills
• 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

Additional Information

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for our teammates’ professional and personal growth and well-being.

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.

Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan comprising 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 including:

• 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 and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns
• Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible

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