Manufacturing Associate (Upstream & Downstream)

System One; Pennington (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in biologics manufacturing is seeking a Manufacturing Associate for both upstream and downstream operations at their Pennington facility. This full-time role requires a dynamic individual with GMP experience and a background in life sciences or engineering. Join a compliant environment where hands-on experience and long-term career growth are prioritized.

Benefits

Health and Welfare Benefits

401(k) Plan

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Qualifications

• 1–5 years’ GMP experience in Biotech, Pharma, Device, or Chemical.
• Strong ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Openness to temp-to-hire employment with shift flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Media/buffer prep for cell cultures, operate bioreactors, and cell harvest.
• Execute chromatography and viral filtration operations.
• Maintain GMP documentation and production equipment, collaborating cross-functionally.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Documentation Skills

Comfortable in Sterile Environments

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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