Manufacturing Associate (Upstream & Downstream)

System One; New Jersey; On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in biotechnology is hiring a Manufacturing Associate to support upstream and downstream operations in a cGMP-compliant facility. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity for candidates with GMP experience and a background in life sciences or engineering seeking to grow their career in manufacturing.

Benefits

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) plan participation

Qualifications

• 1–5 years’ GMP experience in Biotech, Pharma, Device, or Chemical.
• Comfortable in sterile cleanroom environments.
• Able to lift 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Upstream: Media/buffer prep for cell cultures, operate bioreactors.
• Downstream: Chromatography, Tangential Flow Filtration, viral filtration.
• General: Follow SOPs, maintain GMP documentation, collaborate cross-functionally.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation skills

Education

HS diploma, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s in life sciences / engineering

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Associate (Upstream & Downstream)
Location: Pennington, NJ
Hours / Schedule:Full time, onsite, Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm (Flexibility for OT and shift coverage)
Type: Contract to Hire

Overview

Join a cGMP-compliant biologics facility supporting upstream (cell culture) and downstream (purification) operations. Ideal for candidates seeking hands-on experience and long-term growth in manufacturing.

Openings

• Upstream: Cell culture, media prep, bioreactors

• Downstream: Chromatography, TFF, viral filtration

Requirements

• 1–5 years’ GMP experience (Biotech, Pharma, Device, or Chemical)

• HS diploma, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s in life sciences / engineering

• Comfortable in sterile cleanroom environments

• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills

• Able to lift 50lband stand for extended periods

• Open to temp to hire for long term employment with shift flexibility when needed

Responsibilities

• Upstream: Media / buffer prep for cell cultures, seed train, operate bioreactors, cell harvest

• Downstream: Chromatography (e.g., AKTA), Tangential Flow Filtration (TFF), diafiltration operations,viral filtration, final fill

• General: Follow SOPs, maintain GMP documentation, sanitize and maintain productionequipment, cross-functional collaboration with Quality, Engineering and Logistics

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.


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