Production Operator

Sanofi; Pearl River (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellbeing benefits

Parental leave

Job summary

Sanofi in Pearl River, NY is seeking a Production Operator to operate and maintain large-scale bioreactors in cGMP manufacturing. You will support media prep, infection, and harvest, under supervision, ensuring adherence to quality standards.

This role requires attention to detail, strong documentation, and ability to work with cross-functional teams. English fluency is essential, and you must meet safety and training requirements in a fast-paced biotech environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma with 3-5 years cGMP manufacturing experience OR BS degree with 1-3 years of experience.
• 1-3 years Bioreactor experience preferred.
• Fluent English, strong communication and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Operate large-scale bioreactor cell expansion and protein production with CIP/SIP prep.
• Prepare raw materials, sample for testing, and perform filter integrity testing.
• Perform cell analysis with cell counter and microscope for contamination checks.
• Maintain auxiliary equipment and ensure GDP in production records.
• Resolve manufacturing quality issues with cross-functional teams.
• Follow cGMP training and SOPs; participate in facility cleaning.

Education

High School or equivalent with cGMP experience

BS degree in related field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

About The Job

Join a global network that powers how Sanofi delivers — seamlessly, purposefully, and at scale. In Manufacturing & Supply, you’ll help reimagine how life-changing treatments reach people everywhere, faster.

Job title: Production Operator

Location: Pearl River, NY

About The Job

Join a global network that powers how Sanofi delivers — seamlessly, purposefully, and at scale. In Manufacturing & Supply, you’ll help reimagine how life-changing treatments reach people everywhere, faster.

We deliver 4.3 billion healthcare solutions to people every year, thanks to the flawless planning and meticulous eye for detail of our Manufacturing & Supply teams. With your talent and ambition, we can do even more to protect people from infectious diseases and bring hope to patients and their families.

Primary responsibility of the incumbent will be operation of general manufacturing equipment under close supervision in accordance with current relevant quality standards or standardized procedures and within safety guidelines in the production of Flublok Drug Substance in the large-scale recombinant protein production operations of the cGMP commercial manufacturing facility. Requires good documentation skills and attention to detail. Duties will include the operation, maintenance, cleaning and sanitization of large-scale cell culture bioreactors and associated operations such as media preparation, infection, and harvest. Activities will include executing techniques such as large-scale bioreactor cell expansion with the use of stainless‑steel vessels and single use bioreactors (SUBs) including transfer lines, ancillary equipment (tube welders, tube sealers, peristaltic pumps), use of water‑for‑injection (WFI) point of use taps, etc.

Other duties will include the cleaning and preparation of workspaces and biosafety cabinets. Proficiency in aseptic technique, preventive maintenance, and changeovers for area equipment, including biosafety cabinets, magnetic mixers, in‑process testing equipment (cell analyzer, microscope) required. The incumbent should have the ability to identify, troubleshoot and participate in the resolution of operational and equipment problems as they arise in the large‑scale Bioreactor and Media Preparation areas with minimum supervision and effective communication to management.

Secondary responsibilities will be to aid in the troubleshooting of problems as they arise in the assigned areas. Business needs may also require database entry, cross training, and operations in flex areas.

We are an innovative global healthcare company with one purpose: to chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We’re also a company where you can flourish and grow your career, with countless opportunities to explore, make connections with people, and stretch the limits of what you thought was possible. Ready to get started?

About Sanofi

We’re an R&D‑driven, AI‑powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.

Main Responsibilities

• In depth understanding of techniques and processes being executed on routine basis.
• Responsible for all aspects of large-scale bioreactor cell expansion and protein production including equipment preparation (CIP and SIP), appropriate use of raw materials and components (FIFO), material sampling for applicable analytical testing, filter integrity testing, etc.
• Perform cell analysis and data interpretation of cell culture samples with the use of the cell counter, including operation of microscope for contamination checks.
• Responsible for the operation and maintenance of ancillary equipment such as floor scales, turbidity meters, tube welder, tube sealer, peristaltic pumps, etc.
• Interacts with other departmental personnel to assist in resolving manufacturing quality issues.
• Technician should have the ability to manage and analyze manufacturing data.
• Ability to take initiative to identify issues, troubleshoot, propose solutions, and keep management informed.
• Ability to present and explain techniques and results of manufacturing processes with outside departmental personnel.
• Ensure good documentation practices (GDP) in execution and reviews of production records.
• Responsible for all required cGMP training including additional training assigned by their manager.
• Participates in the cleaning of the cGMP facility in accordance with sanitary maintenance SOP.
• Follows established SOPs for the flow of materials, personnel, and equipment in and out of the cGMP facility.
• Work a flexible work schedule, weekends and holidays as required, and as needed by department.
• Work with Compliance regarding notification of deviations and CAPAs as they occur and provides information during investigations.
• Other duties as they are required.

Requirements

About You

• Education: High School degree with at least 3-5 years’ experience or training in a cGMP manufacturing environment OR BS degree with 1-3 years’ of work experience.
• 1-3 years Bioreactor experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing equipment and associated systems, including but not limited to:
  • Valves (manual, automated, control)
  • Filters (various types such as cartridge, bag, and membrane filters)
  • Piping systems (materials, fittings, layout, and flow principles)
  • HMI (Human-Machine Interface) systems for equipment monitoring and control
  • Instrumentation for pressure, temperature, and flow monitoring
• Familiarity with safe startup, operation, shutdown, and maintenance procedures for process equipment.
• Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment (e.g., food, pharmaceutical, chemical, or industrial) is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Knowledge of cGMP.
• English fluent, both written and spoken.
• Good communication and social skills.
• MS Word and Excel proficiency preferred but not required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., and bend/lift/move objects as part of the job.

Why Choose Us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.

Equal Opportunity

Sanofi US Services and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers committed to a culturally inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.