Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing Associate II

1w1 week ago

GSK

US · Full-time · $60,000 – $85,000

About this role

The Rockville Biopharm site produces and delivers biopharmaceutical drug substance of the highest quality in a safe, compliant, reliable, and cost-effective manner for patients. Our vision is to be wholly entrusted to make innovative, high quality medicines by leveraging the best talent and technology on a platform of continuous improvement.

This role involves preparation, cleaning, sterilization, batching, pasteurization or filtration, and delivery of media and solutions for cell culture and purification operations. Perform set-up, operation, cleaning, and break down of process equipment, along with sampling on analytical instruments.

Follow standard operating procedures, protocols, and batch records to safely perform operations and document compliantly. Put safety first by identifying and correcting unsafe behaviors, while applying GSK Production System mindsets for continuous improvement.

For higher grades like BMA II, demonstrate expertise with minimal guidance, articulate production issues, lead process improvements, and build team capabilities through coaching and emotional intelligence.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Ability to work shifts that cover a 24/7 production operation
Ability to lift and carry materials up to 50 lb
Knowledge and application of standard ERP processes in M-ERP
Understanding of the GSK Production System continuous improvement system
Knowledge and skill to manage automation and digital platforms
General knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, and Outlook)

Responsibilities

Prepare, clean, sterilize, batch, pasteurize or filter, and deliver media and solutions for cell culture and purification operations
Perform set-up, operation, cleaning, and break down of process equipment
Perform sampling procedures on analytical instruments to analyze cell culture, solution, and product characteristics
Operate filter integrity devices to confirm filter integrity pre and post use
Monitor and trend process operations, equipment, and instruments to identify and escalate issues
Set-up fixed and mobile process equipment and parts with CIP skids for validated cleaning and sterilization
Follow SOPs, protocols, and batch records to perform operations and document with data integrity practices