Job Description

We are hiring Entry‑Level Manufacturing Associates to support pharmaceutical manufacturing operations in a regulated production environment. This role is ideal for candidates with 6 months to 1 year of experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or GMP manufacturing—or those early in their manufacturing careers looking to gain hands‑on experience and grow within the industry. You will receive on‑the‑job training and work closely with experienced team members while learning GMP procedures, documentation practices, and production processes. This is a great opportunity to build a strong foundation in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Shift

• Sunday-Tuesday, alternating Saturdays at 6:00pm-7:00am
• Candidates must be comfortable working their assigned shift and occasionally supporting off‑hours as business needs require.

Responsibilities

• Process Knowledge: Understanding of process theory and equipment operation.
• Ability to learn biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes including mammalian cell culture, depth filtration, tangential flow filtration, column chromatography, centrifugation, protein purification, and formulation of bulk drug substance.
• Support initiatives for process optimization.
• Identify and elevate processing issues and support solutions.
• Gain experience with automation systems (LIMS, MES, PI, etc.).
• Technical Documentation: Provide feedback and/or suggested changes to operational procedures.
• Assist in the incorporation of new technologies, practices, and standards into procedures.
• Capable of writing and reviewing process documents.
• Quality and Compliance: Understanding of cGMPs as related to Commercial Operations. Ability to utilize Quality systems (Deviations, CAPAs, Change Requests, Action/Alert Reports, etc.).
• Business: Ability to participate on projects and contribute to outcomes. Capability to learn and support new business systems (Track wise, ERP, etc.). Support trending of defined department metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science related area or engineering or Associate’s degree in science related area or Biotech certificate.
• 6 months to 1 year of experience in biotechnology or pharmaceuticals manufacturing environment or other regulated industry.
• Ability to work in a team environment which includes good conflict resolution and collaboration.
• Displays good initiative to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions.
• Work Environment/Physical Demands: Consists of strenuous, repetitive work.
• The following list of physical movements may be used on a daily basis: bending, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, kneeling and making numerous equipment connections using hands.
• Independently have the ability to regularly lift, dispense, push and/or pull items with an average weight of 25 pounds.
• May require work around loud equipment.
• The use of personal protective equipment will be required.
• Requires various shift based work and off hours.

Pay

• $28.00-$32.20 per hour
• Eligible for shift differential pay and overtime pay

Why Choose R&D Partners?

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

• Medical insurance – PPO, HMO & HSA
• Dental & Vision insurance
• 401k plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long-term disability
• Weekly payroll
• Expense reimbursement
• 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.

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