Associate Manufacturing - Days (B Shift)

About the Role

In this vital role, you will perform operations within the Manufacturing area, specifically cell culture, at Amgen's innovative Rhode Island facility. You will be required to know, comprehend, and apply Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), as well as understand, follow, and document in batch records.

Responsibilities

• Perform vessel CIPs, SIPs, sampling, process monitoring, and ATF/RTF/Perfusion processes.
• Follow and monitor critical processes, complete routine validation protocols, and regularly draft and revise documents such as Manufacturing Procedures, SOPs, and technical reports.
• Conduct basic troubleshooting and assist in the review of documentation for assigned functions.
• Initiate and own area Deviations, revise SOPs, and perform LEAN functions.
• Identify, recommend, and implement improvements related to routine functions.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• High school/GED + 2 years of manufacturing or operations work experience
• OR Associate’s degree + 6 months of manufacturing or operations work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering
• Knowledge of large-scale biotechnology operations such as cell culture, aseptic processing, etc.
• Knowledge of Single-use-Systems
• CFR and Regulatory knowledge
• Mechanical ability/expertise
• Basic statistical mathematical skills
• Ability to interpret and apply GMP knowledge
• Understanding of analytical methods for manufacturing area
• Demonstrated technical writing capability
• Able to demonstrate project management skills and presentation skills
• Ability to understand, apply, and evaluate basic chemistry, biology, and physical principles
• Basic troubleshooting skills on production equipment
• Experience with Delta V
• Experience with lab equipment/testing

Schedule

This role is expected to work a 12-hour shift on a rotating schedule. The shift pattern will be 7AM-7PM, with a two-week rotation covering 7 days per rotation (B Shift). The rotating shift offers several benefits, with an average of 14 days on shift per month and every other weekend off. The schedule during the initial on-boarding phase for this role (2-6 weeks) will be administrative (Monday through Friday, approximately 8am to 5pm).

Pay

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

Benefits

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of:

• 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