Downstream Manufacturing Associate II (Contract)

Rentschler Biopharma; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Rentschler Biopharma is seeking a Manufacturing Associate II in Milford, MA to support downstream purification for biologics. You will operate purification steps, document batch data, and ensure GMP compliance in a fast-paced production setting.

The role requires aseptic technique, ability to work in a clean room, and willingness to work a Wed-Sat 4/3 day shift (6a-6:30p). Associates with related biotech experience are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 1–4 years related experience; biotech certificate preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree with 0–2 years related experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Ability to read, follow instructions and write clear records.

Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing equipment to perform production steps.
• Maintain batch records and data entry with GDP/GMP compliance.
• Troubleshoot process issues and respond to alarms.
• Train team members and participate in cross-department discussions.
• Work in clean room environments with required PPE.

Skills

Aseptic technique

MS Office proficient

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in Life Sciences/Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences/Engineering

Tools

Autoclaves

Process tanks

Chromatography skids

Analytical equipment

Job description

Advancing medicine to save lives. Together.

Thanks to many decades of experience and our passion for what we do, we make an essential contribution to the global availability of biopharmaceuticals, especially for patients with rare and serious diseases.

Rentschler Biopharma SE is a leading contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) focused exclusively on client projects. We offer customized full-service solutions for bioprocess development and the production of complex biopharmaceuticals. As a German family-owned company with an international footprint and global reach, we combine experts, expertise and years of experience to develop best-in-class solutions –together with our clients.

Rentschler Biopharma hasapproximately1,400 employees and is headquartered in Laupheim, Germany,with asite in Milford, MA, USA. In 2024, we joined the United Nations Global Compact, underlining our commitment to sustainability.

As an independent family-owned company, we live by the motto: Many hands, many minds - ONE TEAM! Open, respectful cooperation characterizes our working environment, where quality awareness, diligence and responsibility are our top priorities. With all the diversity of our talents in the Rentschler team, we pursue one vision together: advancing medicine to save lives.

The Manufacturing Associate II, Downstream Purification is focused on biologics manufacturing, specializing in downstream (purification). Operators are expected to perform these processes while strictly adhering to cGMP, environmental health and safety guidelines and any other related regulations which apply.

Wed-Sat 4/3 Day Shift, 6a-6:30p

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform operations of the following (may be applicable to commercial scale product, development studies, clinical scale or validation activities).
• Operate manufacturing process equipment to perform various manufacturing production steps.
• Knowledge on initiating new revisions for procedures.
• Proficient operating inside of a BSC, sampling, and performing with aseptic techniques.
• Monitor and record batch parameters, including computer data entry. Complete relevant paperwork following GDP/GMP guidelines.
• Troubleshoot process problems and respond to alarms. Provide information for unplanned events, including entering data into event management software.
• Order, receive and distribute supplies into production area as needed.
• Demonstrate procedures as a part of training sessions for other team members; may schedule department or process activities which could involve coworkers. Participate in (and may lead, as requested) team meetings and facilitate multidepartment discussions.
• Convey information to external stake holders (auditors, global colleagues, etc.). Provide support for groups that support manufacturing.
• Participate on Continuous Improvement Teams.
• May perform other duties as assigned. (During Production Processing these activities may increase)
• Knowledge of laboratory and pharmaceutical production equipment including but not limited to autoclaves, process tanks, chromatography skids and columns, analytical equipment.
• Familiar with standard troubleshooting approaches (problem statement, root cause analysis, corrections, etc.)
• Such additional responsibilities as the Company may also assign.

Qualifications

• With high school diploma: Normally requires 1-4 years of related experience required or an associate degree in Life Sciences/Engineering field. Biotech Certificate preferred.
• With Bachelor’s degree: Normally requires 0-2 years of related experience.
• Good with Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel.
• Proficiency in a variety of mathematical disciplines and able to work with both the metric and USA standards of measurement, and military time.
• Able to read and follow detailed written instructions and have good verbal/written communication skills.
• Able to write legibly and grammatically correct entries on records. Must be able to author technical procedures and create forms.
• Good computer skills, knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel.
• Good interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment.
• Ability to meet schedule required; this position may include shift, weekend, holiday work and overtime at times, as dictated by the 365-day per year production schedule

Working Conditions

• Personal Protective Equipment must be worn as required
• May require lifting amounts of 25 lbs.
• Manufacturing operations tasks requires operator to regularly remain on feet for shift.
• Pushing buffer containers ranging from 50L to 200L.
• Sitting for periods of 2 to 3 hours.
• Ability to work in a clean room environment and comply with hygiene standards and use of special garments. Additionally, personal protective equipment must be worn due to safety requirements.

Physical Requirements

• PPE as required.
• May require lifting amounts of 25 lbs.
• Manufacturing operations tasks requires operator to regularly remain on feet for shift.

Base Pay Range

$32/hr - $45/hr

Disclosure Statement

Rentschler Biopharma, Inc is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base pay range listed for this position is the anticipated annual base salary range the organization reasonably, and in good faith, expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other application factors permissible by law. The annual base salary is just one component of our Total Rewards package, which also includes our annual discretionary bonus program, medical insurance, our generous 401K program, plus a host of other benefits to aligned to support our employees’ personal and professional wellness. The salary pay range is subject to change and may be modified at any time.