Associate Manufacturing - Nights (D shift)
Amgen
Summary
In this vital role you will perform operations within the Manufacturing area, specifically solutions, at Amgen's innovative Rhode Island facility. You will be required to know, comprehend, and apply Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), as well as understand, follow, and document in batch records.
Job description
Responsibilities Include:
- Perform batching and transfer of Buffers and Media in appropriate areas according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Follow and monitor critical processes, complete routine validation protocols, and regularly draft and revise documents such as Manufacturing Procedures, SOPs, and technical reports.
- Conduct basic troubleshooting and assist in the review of documentation for assigned functions.
- May also have the responsibility of initiating and owning area Deviations, revising SOP's and performing LEAN functions.
- Identify, recommend, and implement improvements related to routine functions.
In this role, you will be expected to work a 12-hour shift (7PM-7AM) on a rotating schedule (D- Shift). This includes extra benefits such as receiving an added 15% shift differential. The schedule during the initial on-boarding/training phase (2-6 weeks) will be administrative (Monday through Friday, approximately 8am to 5pm).
Basic Qualifications:
- High school/GED + 2 years of manufacturing or operations work experience OR
- Associate's + 6 months of manufacturing or operations work experience OR
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering
- Knowledge of large-scale biotechnology operations such as purification, cell culture, aseptic processing, etc.
- Knowledge of Single-use-Systems
- CFR and Regulatory knowledge
- Mechanical ability/expertise
- Basic statistical mathematical skills
- Ability to interpret and apply GMP knowledge
- Understanding of analytical methods for manufacturing area
- Demonstrated technical writing capability
- Able to demonstrate project management skills and presentation skills
- Ability to understand, apply and evaluate basic chemistry, biology and physical principles
- Basic troubleshooting skills on production equipment
- Experience with Delta V
- Experience with lab equipment/testing
Requirements
- High school/GED + 2 years of manufacturing or operations work experience OR
- Associate's + 6 months of manufacturing or operations work experience OR
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field
- Knowledge of manufacturing operations
- Ability to interpret and apply GMP guidelines
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement and Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Annual Bonus Program
- Stock-based Long-term Incentives
- Paid Time Off
- 15% Shift Differential
Company overview
Amgen Inc. is a leading American multinational biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Thousand Oaks, California, founded in 1980. As one of the world's largest independent biotechnology companies, Amgen specializes in discovering, developing, manufacturing, and delivering innovative human therapeutics. The company focuses on six key therapeutic areas: inflammation, oncology/hematology, bone health, cardiovascular disease, nephrology, and neuroscience. Amgen's portfolio includes blockbuster drugs such as Enbrel for autoimmune diseases, Prolia and XGEVA for osteoporosis, Repatha for cholesterol management, Otezla for psoriasis, and Neulasta for chemotherapy-induced neutropenia. With approximately 28,000 employees worldwide, Amgen operates as a component of both the Dow Jones Industrial Average and Nasdaq-100 indices. The company maintains a robust research and development pipeline with numerous clinical programs across various stages, leveraging cutting-edge biotechnology and human genetic data to address some of the world's most challenging diseases. Amgen's manufacturing capabilities span multiple global locations, and it distributes products through pharmaceutical wholesale distributors and direct-to-consumer channels.