Technician – Biomanufacturing, Downstream/mRNA

Ourlivesmadison; Alabama; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

401K match

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Catalent, a leading global CDMO, is hiring an entry-level Technician – Biomanufacturing (Downstream/mRNA) at its Madison, WI facility. The role involves 2pm–12am shifts, 100% on-site, and working in a clean room environment within a GMP framework.

Responsibilities include IVT, chromatography, TFF, and chromatography-related tasks; strict adherence to BPRs/SOPs and GDPs; contributing to safety, quality, and continuous improvement efforts.”

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent with 2+ years in a related field or a Bachelor's/Associate degree in a scientific/engineering/biomanufacturing discipline.
• GMP manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Proficiency with Word/Excel and other Office systems; familiarity with related software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform downstream purification and mRNA production activities (IVT reactions, chromatography, TFF, viral filtration, column packing/qualification).
• Follow Batch Production Records (BPRs) and SOPs in accordance with cGMPs, with emphasis on right first time execution.
• Document activities per GDP in BPRs and quality documents; identify deviations and escalate via Rapid Response.
• Support continuous improvement via Catalent Way and CI projects; may coach junior teammates.

Skills

MS Word & Excel proficiency

GMP manufacturing experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's or Associate Degree in science/engineering/biomanufacturing

Tools

TrackWise

ComplianceWire

JD Edwards

DeltaV

Chromatography software

Job description

Technician – Biomanufacturing, Downstream/mRNA

Position Summary:

• Work Schedule: 2pm-12am (Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday–Saturday shift availability)
• 100% on-site

Catalent, Inc. is a leading global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO). Located in Madison, WI, this facility features advanced mammalian cell line engineering and biomanufacturing capabilities using single-use systems to support scalable production. This 263,000 sq. ft. Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) facility offers integrated formulation and analytical services to address complex development challenges in Biologics.

This is an entry level position in the Manufacturing team and is the starting point to acquiring skills and training required for a cGMP biomanufacturing environment. The Technician is responsible for the manufacture of biopharmaceutical products within a clean room environment. The position is expected to follow detailed instructions and established procedures with frequent supervision.

The Role:

• Perform basic Downstream purification and mRNA production activities, such as in‑vitro transcription (IVT) reactions, chromatography, tangential flow filtration (TFF), viral filtration, and column packing and qualification
• Accurately follows manufacturing Batch Production Records (BPRs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and with a focus on "right first time" execution
• Documents all activities in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDPs) in BPRs, Forms, and other quality documentation
• Recognizes deviations from the intended procedure and raises awareness through the Rapid Response process
• Proactively identifies safety, quality, and efficiency improvements; Actively participates in the Catalent Way (Continuous Improvement Culture)
• May lead "Just Do It" (JDI) Continuous Improvement (CI) activities and engage in implementation of CI projects
• May coach more junior team members on basic execution activities and act as an "onboarding buddy" to facilitate bringing new team members quickly up to speed on culture and basic workplace expectations
• Performs general cleanroom housekeeping, including room and equipment cleaning, disposal of waste, and maintenance of 5S standards
• Other duties as assigned

The Candidate:

• Must have High School Diploma or equivalent plus at least two (2) years of relevant experience. We will also accept a Bachelors or Associates Degree in a scientific, engineering, or biomanufacturing discipline without any formal experience
• GMP manufacturing experience preferred
• Ability to use Microsoft Word and Excel, and other Office systems
• GMP manufacturing experience preferred
• Preferred experience with TrackWise, ComplianceWire, JD Edwards, DeltaV, Chromatography software
• Physical requirements: This position requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, reading of written documents and use of computer monitor screen, reaching with hands and arms, talking, writing, listening. Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, carrying, grasping. Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds. Must comply with EHS responsibilities for the position. Working conditions will be Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioned controlled. Ability to operate within a clean room environment as needed.

Why you should join Catalent:

• Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process
• Diverse, inclusive culture
• Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives
• 152 hours of PTO + 8 paid holidays
• Generous 401K match
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement- Let us help you finish your degree or start a new degree!

Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life‑enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.

personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.

Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.