Sr. Associate Manufacturing Production Process Owner

Career CategoryManufacturingJob DescriptionJoin Amgen's Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like you're part of something bigger, it's because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.

Since 1980, we've helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world's toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you'll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you'll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Sr. Associate Manufacturing Production Process Owner

What you will do

Let's do this. Let's change the world. In this vital role you will partner with cross-functional teams—including Engineering, Quality, Process Development, and Operations—to implement process improvements, support new technology introductions, and maintain robust GMP manufacturing performance. Your work will directly contribute to Amgen's ability to deliver life-changing therapies to patients worldwide.

Responsibilities:Documentation and Process Management

• Initiate, revise, and approve controlled manufacturing documents within Amgen's electronic document management system (CDOCs).
• Serve as document author, owner, reviewer, or data verifier, ensuring accuracy and compliance with current GMP and Amgen standards.
• Maintain documentation to accurately reflect operational practices and regulatory requirements.

Process Implementation and Project Execution

• Support implementation of new processes, equipment, and major initiatives within Drug Product operations.
• Collaborate with Capital, Engineering, Process Development, Quality, and other functions to define requirements and achieve operational readiness.
• Assist in developing and implementing SOPs, batch records, training, validation, and automation configurations.

Operational Performance and Data Analytics

• Analyze manufacturing data and performance metrics to identify trends, deviations, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and implement data-driven solutions to improve yield, reliability, and compliance.
• Support data monitoring using analytical tools such as Enterprise Data Lake and Spotfire, ensuring configuration alignment with process design and GMP requirements.

Deviation and CAPA Management

• Support timely investigation and resolution of manufacturing deviations.
• Participate in root cause analyses (RCA) and human performance evaluations.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) and monitor CAPA effectiveness.

Validation and Process Control

• Assist in developing and executing process validation protocols and reports.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret validation and process monitoring data to ensure process robustness and compliance.
• Support establishment of process parameters, control limits, and performance reporting.

Change Control and Continuous Improvement

• Support change control activities to ensure GMP, regulatory, and operational compliance.
• Evaluate and justify process or equipment changes and assist with project execution.
• Participate in continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency within DP operations.

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek is a go getter with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school/GED + 4 years Manufacturing support experience OR
• Associate's + 2 years Manufacturing support experience OR
• Bachelor's + 6 months Manufacturing support experience OR
• Master's

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Engineering, Biotechnology, or related field
• Experience in aseptic Drug Product or biologics manufacturing
• Knowledge of process validation, deviation management, and change control
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience using data visualization tools (Spotfire, JMP, Excel)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate across functions

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we'll support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
• Stock-based long-term incentives
• Award-winning time-off plans
• Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.

Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.

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Application deadline

Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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Salary Range

88,378.00 USD - 106,188.00 USD

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