Process Development & Manufacturing Specialist I

Maravai LifeSciences; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSU grants

Employee stock purchase plan

Comprehensive medical plans

Fertility assistance

Retirement contributions

Holidays & Paid Time Off

Pet insurance

Job summary

Maravai LifeSciences is hiring a Process Development & Manufacturing Specialist I to support enzyme production and process development activities. The role executes established lab and manufacturing protocols to contribute to product manufacturing, process characterization, and production readiness while upholding quality and safety standards.

Under supervision, you will assist with process scalability, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives within Alphazyme’s manufacturing

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 2+ years of relevant industry experience, or Associate’s/Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Biology, or related scientific discipline preferred.
• Hands-on experience or exposure to enzyme production/manufacturing processes such as fermentation, filtration, chromatography, or enzymatic reactions preferred.
• Basic understanding of GMP, ISO, or regulated manufacturing environments and documentation practices (GDP).
• Ability to follow SOPs and execute protocols with attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with ERP or document control systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute enzyme production and manufacturing processes, including fermentation, enzymatic reactions, filtration, and chromatography, following established protocols.
• Prepare materials, equipment, and production areas to support manufacturing activities and ensure readiness for scheduled operations.
• Accurately document production and experimental activities in batch records, logs, and reports in accordance with GDP.
• Operate and maintain laboratory and manufacturing equipment, performing basic troubleshooting and routine maintenance.
• Support process characterization and development activities under supervision to improve product quality and consistency.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to support production schedules and material flow.
• Maintain compliance with cGMP (as applicable), ISO standards, and safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support production and process development objectives.

Skills

Fermentation

Filtration

Chromatography

Enzymatic reactions

SOP adherence

Data accuracy

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry/Biology or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Document control software

Job description

Maravai LifeSciences translates extraordinary science into everyday miracles, helping biotech, biopharma, and life sciences companies everywhere deliver novel vaccines, therapeutics, and diagnostics. We are global leaders in providing products and services within the fields of nucleic acid production and biologics safety testing to many of the world's leading biopharma, vaccine, diagnostics, and cell and gene therapy companies.

Your next role as a Miracle Maker

Maravai LifeSciences is seeking a #MiracleMaker to join our Manufacturing team as a Process Development & Manufacturing Specialist I. The Process Development & Manufacturing Specialist I supports enzyme production and process development activities by executing established laboratory and manufacturing protocols. This role contributes to product manufacturing, process characterization, and production readiness while ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. The Specialist I works under supervision to support process scalability, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives within Alphazyme’s manufacturing operations.

How you will make an impact

• Execute enzyme production and manufacturing processes, including fermentation, enzymatic reactions, filtration, and chromatography, following established protocols.
• Prepare materials, equipment, and production areas to support manufacturing activities and ensure readiness for scheduled operations.
• Accurately document production and experimental activities in batch records, logs, and reports in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Operate and maintain laboratory and manufacturing equipment, performing basic troubleshooting and routine maintenance.
• Support process characterization and development activities under supervision to improve product quality and consistency.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to support production schedules and material flow.
• Maintain compliance with cGMP (as applicable), ISO standards, and safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support production and process development objectives.

The skills and experience that you will bring

• High school diploma with 2+ years of relevant industry experience, or Associate’s/Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Biology, or related scientific discipline preferred.
• Hands‑on experience or exposure to enzyme production/manufacturing processes such as fermentation, filtration, chromatography, or enzymatic reactions preferred.
• Basic understanding of GMP, ISO, or regulated manufacturing environments and documentation practices (GDP).
• Ability to follow SOPs and execute protocols with attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with ERP or document control systems is a plus.

The benefits of being a #MiracleMaker

• You have the potential to change, improve, and save lives around the world.
• You have the opportunity to be a part owner in Maravai through RSU grants and optional employee stock purchase plans.
• We offer comprehensive medical plans and HSA/FSA options.
• Fertility & family planning assistance.
• A variety of additional optional benefits and insurance options, including pet insurance.
• Retirement contributions.
• Holidays & Paid Time Off.

Benefits may vary by region and employment type and do not apply to temporary employees or contractors. See a comprehensive list of benefits at our Benefits & Growth site at https://www.maravai.com/careers/benefits-and-growth/.

To view more opportunities to become a #MiracleMaker, visit our career site at https://www.maravai.com/careers/.

Maravai LifeSciences is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation, and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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