Manufacturing Process Tech - Solution Prep (Nights)

Amgen Inc. (IR); West Greenwich (RI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen is seeking a Manufacturing Process Technician - Solution Prep (Nights) to perform bulk manufacturing tasks in aseptic and non-aseptic environments according to SOPs and Batch Records. Responsibilities include equipment cleaning, setup of single-use materials, weighing raw materials, operating processing equipment, sample handling, and documentation.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with 1 year of Manufacturing/Operations or military experience, or an Associate's degree.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus 1 year Manufacturing or Operations work or military experience, OR Associate's degree.
• Experience in a GMP/allied regulated environment preferred.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods and follow procedures with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Clean equipment and parts using manual and automated methods.
• Set up and breakdown of single-use materials.
• Weigh and dispense raw materials.
• Operate and monitor clean systems, autoclaves, and processing equipment.
• Collect, process, store and deliver samples.
• Reconcile products and components.
• Prepare and transfer solutions.
• Handle materials weighing/dispensing and power industrial vehicle operation.
• Adhere to cGMP and accurately complete process documentation.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree

Job description

Manufacturing Process Technician - Solution Prep (Nights)

What you will do Let’s do this! Let’s change the world! In this vital role you will routinely perform simple to moderately complex processes according to Standard Operating Procedure and Batch Records. Generally, this will include all aspects associated with bulk manufacturing in aseptic and non-aseptic environments.

Responsibilities

• Equipment and parts cleaning using manual and automated methods and equipment
• Set up and breakdown of single use materials
• Weigh and dispense of raw materials
• Operation and process monitoring of clean systems, autoclaves, and processing equipment
• Sample collection, processing, storage and delivery
• Product and component reconciliation
• Solution preparation and transfer
• Materials handling, weighing and dispensing, power industrial vehicle operation
• Strict adherence to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP's), responsible to accurately complete process-associated documentation, make calculations and perform the physical tasks associated with bulk manufacturing and other duties as assigned.

You will be expected to join a shift team working a 12-hour shift. The shift pattern will be 7am-7pm with a two-week rotation covering 7 days per week. The rotating shift offers several benefits, with an average of 14 days on shift per month with every other weekend off as well as receiving an added 15% shift differential. The schedule during the initial on-boarding phase for this role (2-6 weeks) will be administrative (Monday through Friday, approximately 8am to 5pm).

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The dedicated professional we seek is an excellent teammate with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications: High school/GED + 1 year of Manufacturing or Operations work or military experience OR Associate's degree

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a GMP/ other regulated environment. Demonstrated knowledge of GMP principles. Drug substance manufacturing experience. Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time. Ability to maintain focus during repetitious tasks over the course of a shift. Ability to assemble, disassemble, operate and understand simple to moderately complex equipment per procedures. Basic understanding of measurements, calculations and the metric system. Ability to work effectively in an individual and team setting. Ability to document process tasks in electronic batch records. Coachable, ability to take coaching/critique and show learned/measurable improvement. Capacity to follow written procedures, recognize and report malfunctions. Strong communication skills. Ability to perform assignments with a high degree of focus/attention to detail.

What you can expect of us

From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
• Stock-based long-term incentives
• Award-winning time-off plans
• Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.

Salary Range 54,411.05USD -73,614.95 USD

Sponsorship

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Application deadline: Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

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Amgen is committed to unlocking the potential of biology for patients suffering from serious illnesses by discovering, developing, manufacturing and delivering innovative human therapeutics. This approach begins by using tools like advanced human genetics to unravel the complexities of disease and understand the fundamentals of human biology.

Amgen focuses on areas of high unmet medical need and leverages its biologics manufacturing expertise to strive for solutions that improve health outcomes and dramatically improve people's lives. A biotechnology pioneer since 1980, Amgen has grown to be one of the world's leading independent biotechnology companies, has reached millions of patients around the world and is developing a pipeline of medicines with breakaway potential.

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