Manufacturing Technician

Actalent; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Manufacturing Technician for a contract position in Woburn, MA. The role focuses on cGMP manufacturing in a regulated setting, operating automated equipment, and maintaining GDP-compliant documentation.

You will support root cause analyses, investigations, and related R&D activities, while assisting with quality control tasks. The work is onsite in a GLP-compliant startup environment with strong funding and expanding products.

Qualifications

• Experience performing cGMP manufacturing operations in a regulated environment.
• Ability to operate automated manufacturing equipment and record in-process data accurately.
• Proficiency in completing production and testing records following GDP.
• Knowledge of SOP, GMP, and GDP requirements.
• Experience contributing to root cause analyses and manufacturing investigations.
• Familiarity with batch records and documenting batch record activities.
• Background in biology, pharmaceutical manufacturing, or medical device manufacturing.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate clearly.
• Associate degree in a life science or 2+ years of biopharmaceutical GMP experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform cGMP manufacturing operations in accordance with documented procedures and batch records.
• Operate automated manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently while adhering to procedures.
• Record in-process data in real time to ensure complete production records.
• Complete production and testing records following GDP to maintain data integrity.
• Follow SOP, cGMP, and GDP requirements in daily activities.
• Contribute to root cause failure analyses and manufacturing investigations.
• Investigate deviations, nonconformances, and process issues; support CAPAs.
• Support manufacturing-related R&D activities, including process optimization.
• Assist with quality control tasks, including sample handling and coordination with QC.
• Collaborate with team to maintain a safe, compliant, and efficient environment.

Skills

cGMP manufacturing

Automated equipment operation

GDP documentation

SOP/GMP/GDP compliance

Root cause analysis support

Batch records/documentation

Team collaboration

Biopharmaceutical manufacturing

Communication

Education

Associate degree in life sciences

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician

The Manufacturing Technician performs cGMP manufacturing operations in a regulated environment, ensuring products are produced and documented according to established procedures and batch records. This role operates automated manufacturing equipment, records in-process data, and completes production and testing documentation following Good Documentation Practices. The technician supports root cause analyses, manufacturing investigations, and manufacturing-related research and development activities, while also assisting with quality control tasks as needed. This position offers the opportunity to work in a GLP space within a rapidly growing startup environment supported by strong funding and an expanding product line.

Job Description

The Manufacturing Technician performs cGMP manufacturing operations in a regulated environment, ensuring products are produced and documented according to established procedures and batch records. This role operates automated manufacturing equipment, records in-process data, and completes production and testing documentation following Good Documentation Practices. The technician supports root cause analyses, manufacturing investigations, and manufacturing-related research and development activities, while also assisting with quality control tasks as needed. This position offers the opportunity to work in a GLP space within a rapidly growing startup environment supported by strong funding and an expanding product line.

Responsibilities

• Perform cGMP manufacturing operations in accordance with documented procedures and approved batch records.
• Operate automated manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently while adhering to all applicable procedures.
• Record in-process data accurately and in real time to ensure complete and reliable production records.
• Complete production and testing records following Good Documentation Practices (GDP) to maintain data integrity and compliance.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), cGMP, and GDP requirements throughout daily activities.
• Contribute to root cause failure analyses and manufacturing investigations to identify, document, and correct issues.
• Participate in the investigation of deviations, nonconformances, and process issues, and support implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Support manufacturing-related research and development efforts as needed, including process optimization and technology transfer activities.
• Assist with quality control activities as needed, including sample handling, documentation, and coordination with QC personnel.
• Collaborate effectively with team members to maintain a safe, compliant, and efficient manufacturing environment.

Essential Skills

• Experience performing cGMP manufacturing operations in a regulated environment.
• Ability to operate automated manufacturing equipment and record in-process data accurately.
• Proficiency in completing production and testing records following Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Knowledge of and adherence to SOP, GMP, and GDP requirements.
• Experience contributing to root cause failure analysis and manufacturing investigations.
• Familiarity with batch records and the ability to follow and document batch record activities.
• Background in biology, pharmaceutical manufacturing, or medical device manufacturing.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly with colleagues.
• Associate degree in a life science or at least 2+ years of biopharmaceutical manufacturing experience in a GMP environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a GLP or similar highly regulated environment.
• Exposure to root cause analysis methodologies and investigation tools.
• Experience supporting manufacturing-related research and development activities.
• Experience supporting quality control activities in a manufacturing or laboratory setting.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity and compliance.
• Adaptability and interest in contributing to a rapidly growing startup organization.
• Ability to work effectively during first shift hours, Monday through Friday.

Work Environment

The role is 100% onsite, initially based in a facility in Woburn with a planned move to a facility in Allston, and the technician must be able to work at both locations. The position follows a first-shift schedule, Monday through Friday, in a cGMP and GLP manufacturing environment. The work involves operating automated manufacturing equipment, working with biopharmaceutical processes, and closely following SOP, GMP, and GDP requirements. The environment emphasizes collaboration, continuous improvement, and a strong team culture within a growing startup supported by robust funding and an expanding product line.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Woburn, MA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Woburn, MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Woburn,MA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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