Manufacturing Technologist

A major pharmaceutical company guided by our purpose "Science for a better life", we deliver breakthrough innovations in healthcare. We contribute to a world in which diseases are not only treated but effectively prevented or cured, in which people can take better care of their own health needs. We are helping to drive medical progress through our focus on researching, developing and marketing innovative medicines. Our team is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Technologist to join our team in the development and manufacturing of biopharmaceutical products.

As a Manufacturing Technologist, you will be responsible for the preparation and operation of process equipment, including bioreactors and ancillary equipment. You will also be responsible for cleaning and sterilizing equipment using appropriate CIP and SIP procedures. Additionally, you will perform daily or routine process operations in the cell culture and purification of biotech and biological products.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in biotechnology and experience in cell culture and bioprocessing. You will be responsible for operating equipment for these processes, including inoculating and monitoring bioreactors, processing cTCF material to Continuous Cell Separation (CCS), and operating Chromatography, MAEF, MAVF and TFF skids.

We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for biotechnology, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Prepares process equipment (including but not limited to Bioreactors & ancillary equipment, Stainless Steel tanks, Pressure Transmitters, Flow Meters, Aggregate traps, Harvest discards, Transfer lines (buffers, cTCF), Hoses and small parts)
• Cleans and Sterilizes equipment using appropriate CIP (Clean-In-Place), SIP (Steam-InPlace) procedures
• Performs daily or routine process operations in the cell culture and purification of biotech and biological products (Kovaltry, Kogenate, and Jivi)
• Operates equipment for these processes including:
• Inoculates and monitors bioreactors
• Processes cTCF material to Continuous Cell Separation (CCS)
• Operates Chromatography, MAEF, MAVF and TFF skids
• Processes MAEF material using closed thaw process, step elution chromatography, Membrane Absorber and filter clearance technology, and gradient controlled SP column separation techniques
• Operates 50L, 200L and 1000L collection bag technology to ensure robust collection, mixing and dilution of products
• Performs PEGylation of JIVI in process material using TFF technology
• Operates automated bagging systems
• Blast Freezes product for storage
• Dispenses chemicals and formulate solutions
• Prepares acids and bases as necessary
• Performs aseptic operations
• Takes, analyzes and submits samples as required throughout the process
• Monitors and controls operation with computer control systems
• Completes all routine check sheets
• Cleans equipment and maintains clean and orderly production facilities
• Performs in-depth troubleshooting and root cause analysis of Kovaltry, Kogenate, and Jivi equipment and process failures
• Contributes to continuous improvement opportunities
• Performs all operations in compliance with cGMP
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Requires completion of two-years' college science courses in (e.g. biology, chemistry, biochemistry, or microbiology) or a certificate from an accredited bio-technology academy
• Relevant bio-tech industry experience in some or all of the following is preferred, and may be considered in lieu of some or all of the educational requirements above
• Cell Culture bioreactor system assembly and use, including control of gas supply to bioreactor, Micro-sparger assembly, Anti-Foam Emulsion system. Ability to troubleshoot and control processes
• Continuous Cells Separation equipment preparation and process/controls
• Membrane Absorption Chromatography process (e.g. Membrane Absorption process, Buffer and NaOH supply, cTCF supply, Capsule preparation, Inline dilution and Temperature controls)
• Basic knowledge of protein chemistry and purification systems such as anion, cation, and immunoaffinity chromatography
• Membrane Absorber technology, viral removal techniques and tangential flow filtration technology. Large scale chromatography, TFF technology
• Familiarity with cGMP's and applicable agency regulations