Biologics Operator II (3rd Shift)

Allergan; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Short-term incentives

Job summary

AbbVie in Kentucky is seeking a Manufacturing Associate to support the production of bulk biologics. You will operate equipment, perform cleaning, and participate in qualification activities in aseptic and non-aseptic environments.

The role requires an associate degree in science or related field; no prior experience required. Knowledge of DeltaV, MES, SAP preferred; English and Spanish communication helpful.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Science, Mechanics, Electricity, Instrumentation or related field.
• No previous experience required.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory techniques.
• Basic knowledge of computerized systems such as Delta V, MES and SAP preferred.
• Basic mechanical and mathematical skills.
• Basic verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing equipment and instruments, such as tanks, autoclaves, filtration systems, washers, filter integrity testing, pH, amongst others. Conduct equipment setup (CIP, PT, SIP) operations according to the established procedures.
• Manufacture of bulk biologics operations in Media & Buffer Formulation (Central Services), Inoculum or Fermentation (Upstream) and Capture or Purification (Downstream) areas according to approved and effective procedures.
• Conduct equipment and facility inspections and advise of situations that affect operating and environmental conditions. Monitor critical parameters and elevate any deviation that could impact operations to address accordingly.
• Provide technical assistance to manufacturing areas, specifically the troubleshooting support of equipment and process events.
• Receive, inspect and verify materials availability to be used for the production activities.
• Document, audit and timely correct manufacturing electronic or paper batch record discrepancies.
• Document process and equipment status in electronic or manual records.
• Sample collection and processing as required by the process.
• Strict adherence to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP’s), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and accurately complete process-associated documentation.
• Provide assistance to operations in accordance with environmental management, occupational health and safety (EHS) systems and promote continuous improvement. Comply with all EHS procedures and policies including incident reporting, use of PPE, waste management and disposal, and any other program applicable according to the position duties.

Skills

Laboratory techniques knowledge

DeltaV

MES

SAP

Mechanical skills

Mathematical skills

English and Spanish communication

Education

Associate Degree in Science or related field

Tools

DeltaV

MES

SAP

Job description

Company Description

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Job Description

Manufacture of bulk biologics products. Perform cleaning and sterilization procedures. Perform process tests and participate in qualification and validation activities as required. Assemble and inspect equipment in the manufacturing area to confirm operational status. Work is performed in aseptic and non-aseptic environments.

Responsibilities:

• Operate manufacturing equipment and instruments, such as tanks, autoclaves, filtration systems, washers, filter integrity testing, pH, amongst others. Conduct equipment setup (CIP, PT, SIP) operations according to the established procedures.


• Manufacture of bulk biologics operations in Media & Buffer Formulation (Central Services), Inoculum or Fermentation (Upstream) and Capture or Purification (Downstream) areas according to approved and effective procedures.


• Conduct equipment and facility inspections and advise of situations that affect operating and environmental conditions. Monitor critical parameters and elevate any deviation that could impact operations to address accordingly.


• Provide technical assistance to manufacturing areas, specifically the troubleshooting support of equipment and process events.


• Receive, inspect and verify materials availability to be used for the production activities.


• Document, audit and timely correct manufacturing electronic or paper batch record discrepancies.


• Document process and equipment status in electronic or manual records.


• Sample collection and processing as required by the process.


• Strict adherence to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP’s), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and accurately complete process-associated documentation.


• Provide assistance to operations in accordance with environmental management, occupational health and safety (EHS) systems and promote continuous improvement. Comply with all EHS procedures and policies including incident reporting, use of PPE, waste management and disposal, and any other program applicable according to the position duties..

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Associate Degree in Science, Mechanics, Electricity, Instrumentation or related field.


• No previous experience required.


• Basic knowledge of laboratory techniques.


• Basic knowledge of computerized systems such as Delta V, MES and SAP preferred.


• Basic mechanical and mathematical skills.


• Basic verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish.

Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state orlocal law:

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Companybelieves ingood faith it will pay for this role at thetimeofthis posting based on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographiclocation,andwemayultimatelypaymore or less than the posted range. This range may bemodifiedin thefuture.


• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical/dental/visioninsurance and 401(k) to eligibleemployees.


• This job is eligible toparticipatein our short-term incentiveprograms.

Note: No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, anddeterminable.Theamountandavailabilityof anybonus,commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employeeremainsin the Company'ssoleandabsolutediscretion unless and until paid andmay bemodifiedat the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent withapplicable law.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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