Senior Manufacturing Associate

This role interacts with all levels of the organization in a collaborative and positive way with colleagues to facilitate department and organizational initiatives for cultural cohesion aligned to the DiscGenics Values.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Execute cell culture manufacturing processes, within a cleanroom environment, with minimal supervision.
• Execute aseptic manufacturing processes within a biological safety cabinet.
• Train junior employees in all aspects of cGMP manufacturing.
• Ability to step in and lead a team when supervisor is not present.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and process issues.
• Maintain production records to comply with cGMP and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in the development and execution of validation protocols, equipment IOQ/PQ, and SOP creation.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field with 6 years relevant experience or high school diploma with 9 years of relevant experience.
• Proficient with computers and administrative software.
• Flexible team player, able to adapt to fast pace, changing environment
• Exceptional time management and multi-tasking skills.
• Team leadership skills and team player.
• Adheres to and leads with the Company Values of Integrity, Innovation, Accuracy, Teamwork and Stewardship.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Ability to report to work responsive, free from sedatives, and in a non-sedative state.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Working Conditions

Position requires weekend availability.

Position requires qualified individuals to see, hear and speak (verbally and audibly). Required to ascend and descend stairs; sit, stand, lift, bend, stoop, crawl and kneel. The employee must also use hands to finger, handle or feel. Occasionally reaching with hands and arms, climbing or balancing are required. May be asked to drive or travel by car, air, or other transportation for business purposes.

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. This position is in the production plant, employees must be able to stand on their feet between 7-9 hours daily, while wearing cleaning room attire which includes mask and gloves.

Must be able to function effectively with noise in a lab environment. Natural and regular stressors occur on the job.

Must be able to work unimpaired.

Weekend and shift work may be required in the future.