Entry-Level: Manufacturing Associate 1 and 2 (Day/Night Shift)

Merck & Co.; Holly Springs (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Fujifilm Biotechnologies in North Carolina is hiring Manufacturing Associates to support biopharmaceutical production in a 24/7 cGMP environment. Roles include execution, documentation, equipment readiness, and collaboration with experienced teams.

Positions require high school completion, 0–2 years for Associate 1 or 2+ years for Associate 2, with flexibility for weekend/night shifts and safety-conscious operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 0–2 years of work experience (Associate I) or 2+ years (Associate II).
• Flexibility to work 24/7 shifts, including weekends/nights.
• Basic knowledge of process equipment and cGMP awareness.

Responsibilities

• Support readiness activities for biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Document and review procedures, test, and commission equipment per SOPs.
• Execute manufacturing tasks and in-process testing with accurate documentation.
• Complete required training and qualifications; work with experienced staff and supervisors.
• Follow all safety, quality, and operational procedures.

Skills

Shift flexibility

Documentation proficiency

Team collaboration

Technical instruction following

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree (preferred)

Tools

BioWorks coursework

Job description

Position Overview

Help deliver reliable, compliant biomanufacturing. We are hiring a Manufacturing Associate 1 and 2 to assist with the execution and documentation of manufacturing processing activities in a cGMP environment. The role supports project-phase readiness and steady-state operations in a 24/7 facility-helping maintain safe, consistent, and efficient production. Flexibility with working hours and shift rotations is required.

Company Overview

FUJIFILM Biotechnologies is building the future of bioproduction in Holly Springs, North Carolina. By end of 2025, we'll open North America's largest end-to-end CDMO biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility, offering drug substance production, fill-finish, and packaging under one roof.

We're looking for passionate, mission-driven people to help us realize this exciting vision and deliver the next vaccine, cure, or therapy. We offer a dynamic work environment and we're proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your purpose, energy, and drive-what we call Genki. Ready to shape the future of medicine? Let's transform healthcare together!

Holly Springs, North Carolina, combines small-town warmth with proximity to Raleigh's thriving tech scene, making it the perfect blend of community and opportunity.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of "giving our world more smiles." Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

Job Description

What You'll Do

• Support operational-readiness activities for biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Assist with procedure review, document preparation, testing, commissioning, and equipment-readiness activities.
• Execute and document assigned manufacturing processing and support activities according to SOPs and cGMP requirements.
• Perform process monitoring and in-process testing, such as pH, conductivity, and visual inspections.
• Follow technical instructions and accurately document completed work.
• Complete and maintain all required training and qualifications.
• Work collaboratively with experienced associates, technical staff, and supervisors.
• Follow all safety, quality, and operational procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Manufacturing Associate 1 Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 0-2 years of work experience.
• Flexibility to work shifts in a 24/7 environment.
• Basic knowledge of assigned process equipment.
• Basic understanding of cGMPs, safety, and operational procedures.
• Ability to follow technical instructions and document accurately using good documentation practices.
• Ability to assist with operations, learn quickly, ask questions, and work effectively in a team.
• Willingness to work shifts (including weekends/nights).

Manufacturing Associate 1 Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree, preferably with 1-2 years of direct experience in a cGMP manufacturing environment.
• BioWorks or BTEC Capstone cGMP coursework (preferred if no prior GMP experience).

Manufacturing Associate 2 Miniumum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED AND 2 years of related experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 2+ years of direct experience in a cGMP manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of support process equipment and understanding of cGMPs, safety, and operational procedures.
• Ability to perform operations and document them accurately; ability to follow technical instructions.
• Strong verbal and written communication; ability to work effectively in a team.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Willingness to work shifts (including weekends/nights).

Manufacturing Associate 2 Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Life Sciences or a related field.
• Qualified in a support area (e.g., Formulation Buffer Prep, Media Prep, or DSM Buffer Prep) through internal or post-hire training.
• BioWorks or BTEC Capstone cGMP coursework.

Physical Demands and Working Environment:

• Will work in heights greater than 4 feet.
• Will work in environment which may necessitate respiratory protection.
• Ability to discern verbal cues.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to ascend or descend ladders, scaffolding, ramps, etc.
• Ability to conduct work that includes moving objects up to 33 pounds.
• Ability to conduct repetitive tasks that utilize wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Ability to bend, push/pull, reach to retrieve materials from 18" - 60" in height, and use twisting motions.
• May work in Mechanical/Production spaces that may require hearing protection and enrollment in a hearing conservation program.

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EEO Information

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ADA Information

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