Manufacturing Associate; Pharmaceuticals

Manufacturing Associate will support routine manufacturing operations, ensure compliance with GMP standards, and contribute to the production of high-quality pharmaceutical products. This is a 6 month contract based in Novato, California. The schedule is Wednesday to Saturdays, alternating Saturdays night shift at 6:00pm-7:00am.

• Operate large-scale bioprocess equipment for Cell Culture, Purification, or Buffer and Media processing.
• Performing all aspects of processing with a broad understanding of science, compliance, and technical aspects.
• Displaying competency with process equipment and automated control systems.
• Performing cleaning and sterilization of parts and equipment used in the manufacturing process.
• Having knowledge of biotech manufacturing processes and equipment, including cell culture, depth and tangential flow filtration, column chromatography, protein purification and formulation, and/or buffer and media operations.
• The candidate should have the ability to understand, apply, and evaluate basic chemistry, biology, and scientific principles as appropriate for the position.
• Proficiency with compliance, adherence to standard operating procedures, batch records, good documentation practices, and data capturing is also essential.

• Bachelor's degree in a science-related area or engineering or an associate’s degree in a science-related area or a biotech certificate with 2+ years of experience in a biotech manufacturing environment or other regulated industry.
• Desired skills: 1-2 years of experience in a GMP and Manufacturing field. The equipment involved includes chromatography skids, TFF skids, buffer tanks, lab washers, and autoclaves.
• Work Environment:
  Involves strenuous, repetitive work. This includes daily physical movements such as bending, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, kneeling, and making numerous equipment connections using hands. The candidate should be able to independently lift, dispense, push, and/or pull items with an average weight of 25 pounds. The work may require being around loud equipment, and the use of personal protective equipment will be necessary.

• $28.00-$32.20/hr

As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical insurance – PPO, HMO & HSA
• 401k plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long-term disability
• Weekly payroll
• Online timecard approval

R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.

R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer.