Manufacturing Support Associate
Listed on 2026-02-06
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Manufacturing / Production
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Occupational Health & Safety, Operations Engineer
Made Scientific is a leading US-based cell therapy contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) specializing in the development, manufacturing, and release of autologous and allogeneic cell therapy products for clinical-and-commercial supply. Operating from two U.S.
-based manufacturing facilities, Made Scientific combines the agility and entrepreneurial spirit of a specialist CDMO with the global expertise and resources of GC Corporation of South Korea, a global leader in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors.
The Manufacturing Support Associate sustains GMP readiness of Made Scientific clean rooms by executing routine and ad-hoc facility sanitization, performing viable and non-viable environmental monitoring, and supporting material/equipment/product flow throughout the facility. The role is highly detail-oriented, documentation-driven, and integral to contamination control and patient safety.
Key ResponsibilitiesCleanroom Cleaning & Sanitization (50% of time)
- Perform routine scheduled and ad hoc cleaning of classified clean rooms in accordance with SOPs, cGMP requirements, and regulatory expectations
- Accurately complete cleaning logs and documentation to ensure GDP compliance
- Support inspection readiness by maintaining cleanroom standards and addressing deviations promptly
Environmental Monitoring (25% of time)
- Conduct viable and non-viable environmental monitoring (e.g., settle plates, contact plates, active air sampling, and particle counts) across classified areas
- Document EM results in accordance with SOPs, ensuring accurate data collection and traceability
- Coordinate with Quality Control for submission, tracking, and follow-up of EM samples
Production Support (25% of time)
- Safely transfer raw materials, consumables, drug product, and equipment throughout the facility including classified locations
- Support material staging and preparation to enable timely manufacturing operations
- Assist production staff with ancillary support tasks as needed, such as cryopreservation transfer tasks
Compliance & Continuous Improvement
- Adhere strictly to GMP, GDP, and safety requirements during all activities
- Comply with all local policies and SOPs governing tasks performed
- Maintain training status including aseptic gowning qualification and requalification
- Identify and escalate any deviations or anomalies observed during cleaning, EM, or material handling
- Participate in training, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives such as 5S/Kaizen to sustain a culture of quality and compliance
- Associate’s degree with 1–3 years of experience in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotech, or CDMO environment
- Knowledge of aseptic technique, contamination control principles, and cleanroom operations
- Familiarity with environmental monitoring methods and good documentation standards
- Strong attention to detail with proven ability to follow SOPs and GDP requirements
- Strong teamwork and communication skills with flexibility to support cross-functional needs
- Bachelor’s degree in a science-based discipline (e.g., biology, chemistry, biotechnology)
- Prior experience with cleanroom sanitization, environmental monitoring execution, and/or materials handling is strongly preferred
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks in a cleanroom environment
- Capable of lifting up to 25 lbs and working in cleanroom gowning and PPE for prolonged periods
- Ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting productivity standards
- Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards
- Must be willing to handle cell-based products, chemicals, or hazardous materials
- Shiftwork required, including off-shift hours, weekends, and holidays as needed to meet production demands
- Primary location:
Princeton, NJ facility, with travel to the Newark, NJ facility up to 50% during peak periods of activity based on business needs
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