Associate Manufacturing - Solution Prep (Nights)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards Plan

Flexible work models

Job summary

Amgen is hiring for an Associate Manufacturing – Nights at our Rhode Island facility. You will perform manufacturing operations, ensuring GMP-compliant documentation and batch records are followed. The role requires batching and transfer of Buffers and Media, plus routine validation and SOP updates.

The position offers a 12-hour night shift (7PM–7AM) on a rotating schedule with shift differential and Sunday pay. A strong foundation in GMP knowledge and technical writing is favored.

Qualifications

• High school/GED with manufacturing experience, or associate’s degree with 6 months of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering preferred for advanced roles.
• Knowledge of GMP and regulatory requirements is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform batching and transfer of buffers and media following SOPs.
• Monitor critical processes, validate protocols, and draft/update SOPs and technical reports.
• Troubleshoot basic issues and review documents for assigned functions.
• Initiate and manage area deviations, revise SOPs, and support LEAN activities.
• Identify improvements and implement efficiency enhancements.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Engineering

Tools

DeltaV

Job description

Career Category Operations Job Description

Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do. Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity-related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll 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, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Associate Manufacturing – Nights

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will perform operations within the Manufacturing area, specifically solutions, at Amgen's innovative Rhode Island facility. You will be required to know, comprehend, and apply Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), as well as understand, follow, and document in batch records.

Responsibilities Include

• Perform batching and transfer of Buffers and Media in appropriate areas according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).


• Follow and monitor critical processes, complete routine validation protocols, and regularly draft and revise documents such as Manufacturing Procedures, SOPs, and technical reports.


• Conduct basic troubleshooting and assist in the review of documentation for assigned functions.


• May also have the responsibility of initiating and owning area Deviations, revising SOP's and performing LEAN functions.


• Identify, recommend, and implement improvements related to routine functions.

In this role, you will be expected to work a 12-hour shift (7PM-7AM) on a rotating schedule. This includes extra benefits such as receiving an added 15% shift differential, and also getting premium pay for any Sundays worked. The schedule during the initial on-boarding/training phase (2-6 weeks) will be administrative (Monday through Friday, approximately 8am to 5pm).

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


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


• 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

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.

Total Rewards Plan

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

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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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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

About Amgen

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.

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