Manufacturing Associate - Quad 2

Spectraforce Technologies; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies is seeking a Manufacturing Associate for a 6-month assignment in Summit West, NJ (07901). The role operates in a GMP clean room and requires gowning for up to six hours per processing run, with no breaks during processing times.

Responsibilities include operating equipment for blood component production, performing aseptic tasks, recording data per GDP, and supporting deviation investigations and CAPAs within the shift.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cell culture, cryopreservation and aseptic processing.
• Strong math and measurement abilities.
• Familiar with GMP and quality documentation.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment to support production of blood components.
• Perform aseptic tasks and maintain proper documentation of yields.
• Adhere to production schedules and GDP data recording.
• Support investigations and CAPA closures within the shift.

Skills

Cell culture basics

Aseptic processing

Math skills

cGMP knowledge

Technical writing

MS Office

Biology background

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate/Medical Tech degree + 3y experience

High School diploma/GED + 2y experience

Job description

Position

Manufacturing Associate

Duration: 06 Months
Location: Summit West, NJ, 07901

Shift: Quad 2: Sunday-Tuesday, alt Wednesdays | 5:00 PM - 05:30 AM

Training schedule

• The training period may range from 1 to 6 weeks, depending on business needs, as determined by the client.
• The selected candidate is required to maintain full availability, with no planned leave during the entire training period.
• Training will commence with a Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM schedule for the initial 1-2 weeks (subject to change based on business needs).
• Subsequently, the schedule will transition to the assigned Quad shift.

Job Description

This position takes place in a GMP clean room environment, which includes being gowned for up to 6 hours. During the processing time in the clean room, no breaks may be taken.

Manufactures human blood-derived components per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in a controlled, cGMP cleanroom environment under the supervision of Manufacturing Management. Manufacturing Associates adhere to regulatory requirements while performing job functions. Job duties are performed within a team according to an assigned production shift schedule. Communication of production deviations and assistance with quality investigations are required, as applicable.

Required Competencies: Knowledge/ Skills, and Abilities

1. Basic understanding of cell culture, cryopreservation, purification, and aseptic processing or lab technique
2. Knowledge of
3. Basic mathematical skills
4. General understanding of cGMPs
5. Technical writing capability
6. Proficient in MS Office applications
7. Background to include an understanding of biology, chemistry, medical or clinical practices

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform set-up and operation of equipment to support production of blood component lots through cell culture, harvest, and cryopreservation.
• Support deviation investigations and write ups as needed. Support on time closure of any assigned CAPAs within the designated shift.
• Aseptic technique is required for tube-related activities: welding, connections, and transfers, at minimum. Aseptic qualification is required.
• Weighs and measures in-process materials to ensure proper quantities are added/removed.
• Adheres to the production schedule ensuring on-time, internal production logistics.
• Records production data and information in a clear, concise format according to proper GDPs.
• Perform all tasks in a manner consistent with site safety policies, quality systems, and GMP requirements.
• Works in a team-based, cross-functional environment to complete production tasks required by shift schedule.

• Motivated, team-conscious individuals are needed to fulfill job requirements.
• Become a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and qualified trainer within a designated function of manufacturing. Supervision will be managed by the shift Supervisor or designated Team Lead.
• Maintain on-time completion of training assignments to maintain the necessary technical skills and process knowledge.
• Performs other tasks as assigned: continuous improvement projects, inspection readiness, right-first-time initiatives, etc.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree
• Or Associate/ Medical Technical degree and 3 years of Manufacturing or Operations experience
• Or High School diploma/GED and 2 years of Manufacturing or Operations experience.

Important Notes about working in the clean room:

• Must have the ability to work around laboratories and controlled, enclosed, restricted areas.
• Ability to wear cleanroom garments and personal protective equipment (gloves, frocks, and hoods) required in designated areas which cover the head, parts of the face, core body, hands and legs/feet.
• Work in a manner to maintain cleanroom behaviors
• Jewelry, makeup, hair products, nail polish, nail extensions or other potential microbial sources are prohibited in cleanroom work areas.

Working Conditions:

• Intermittent walking and sitting to perform job functions; however, ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time may be necessary.
• Must be comfortable working with contained human blood components.
• Physical dexterity sufficient to use computers and documentation.
• Sufficient vision and hearing capability to work in job environment.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.
• Must have the ability to work around laboratories and controlled, enclosed, restricted areas.
• Cleanroom garments and personal protective equipment will be required in designated areas which cover head, parts of the face, core body, and legs/feet.
• Makeup, gum, nail polish, or other potential microbial sources are prohibited in restricted areas.
• Flexibility to don clean room garments and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Clean room environment is an enclosed, restricted space, with assigned pressure and temperature conditions. Reagents, chemicals, and exposure to sanitization agents are expected.
• Routine exposure to human blood components. Exposure to strong magnets is likely.
• Designated areas may prohibit food, any outside materials such as cell phones, tablets, at a minimum.