Urgent Need: Manufacturing Associate I/II/III at Chicago, IL

Position Summary
NOTE: US Citizen/ GC Holders / US Authorizes ONLY.

The Manufacturing Associate I, is a regular employee in a full-time non-exempt position at Client in Chicago, IL. This employee will be responsible for the manufacturing of Biotechnology products for clinical and commercial human use. Employee employs aseptic techniques while working in controlled and classified environments, some of which require complete aseptic gowning. Must comply with Client policies, procedures (SOP), FDA current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), and any other government requirement.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Candidate must have Drug manufacturing experience.
· Will be assigned to the daily operations, working with:
· Weighing and dispensing of material
· Filtration systems
· Inoculation of mammalian or cytokines cells
· Fermentation and harvest
· Chromatography columns and TFF operations
· Responsible for in-process testing, such as: pH, Conductivity, Spectrophotometer, Osmometer, Cell count, etc.
· Prepares media and buffer solutions.
· Completes Batch Records and other cGMP documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
· Remove and dispose soiled materials from the manufacturing area.
· Will assure that the manufacturing areas are maintained within the required conditions for clean room manufacturing.
· Will report all nonconformance or events that arise during the shift to the Supervisor.
· Assists in the transfer of technology from Process Development to cGMP Manufacturing.
· Complies with all safety, cGMP and Company policies, practices and procedures.
· Performs other functions as required or assigned
· Complies with all company policies and standards
Position Requirements and Qualifications

Education:
· Associate degree or higher in Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology or related preferred
· Or an equivalent of 1 - 2 years of biologics industry experience required

Special Skills
Language:
· Basic verbal and written communication skills in English with the ability to understand technical information, procedures, batch records, and other documents in English.
· Excellent interpersonal skills.
Reasoning Skills:
· The candidate should have the ability to operate complex systems and equipment in accordance with current GMPs, SOPs, and safety guidelines under minimum supervision.
· Basic skills for identifying problems and troubleshooting of the equipment and manufacturing processes
· Ability to work independently, within prescribed guidelines, or as a team member and the demonstrated ability to follow detailed directions.

Computer and/or Technical Skills:
· Operation and understanding of word processing, spreadsheets, and data management
· Knowledge of GMP and safety requirements.
· Knowledge of biotechnology operations such as, Aseptic Filtration Systems, Fermentation Process, Inoculation Process, Chromatography Columns, TFF step etc.

NOTE: US Citizen/ GC Holders / US Authorizes ONLY
Employment Type: Contractor
Salary: $ 24.00 40.00 Per Hour