Drug Production, Associate Manufacturing Specialist (Overnights)

Location: Rensselaer, New York, United States

About the role

Join our Global Manufacturing team and focus on manufacturing life-changing medicines for patients worldwide in a clean room environment. This role involves all facets of drug production, including cell culture and purification of monoclonal antibodies, while operating in a highly regulated and fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Cover all facets of drug production in a clean room, including cell culture and purification of monoclonal antibodies
• Complete and review batch records and logbooks in accordance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Perform in-process sampling and analysis of buffer solutions, cell culture, and drug substance
• Operate automated equipment such as bioreactors, chromatography columns, and filtration skids
• Support equipment start-up, troubleshooting, and validation
• Partner with R&D teams to implement new drug manufacturing processes and technologies
• Work in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift based on business and patient needs
• Use computerized systems for daily performance of tasks
• Maintain compliance and continuously improve processes to manufacture safe and effective medicines

Requirements

• High School diploma + 4 years of relevant work experience or AS, BS, or BA in Life Sciences or related field
• Ability to work 3rd shift (10 PM – 8:30 AM) with potential for 1-2 weekend days
• Occasional flexibility for on-call schedule or weekend work
• Full cleanroom attire required (e.g., laundered undergarments, gown, facemask, hairnet, safety glasses, safety shoes, booties, latex gloves, and use of sanitizing agents like IPA)
• Ability to remove jewelry, makeup, and nail adornments when wearing cleanroom attire
• Ability to perform physical requirements for the entirety of shift (up to 10 hours) in a clean room environment, including:
  • Bending, climbing, crawling, kneeling, reaching, reaching overhead
  • Sitting, squatting, walking, standing, driving
  • Hand manipulation and ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs

Benefits

• Student loan paydown program & tuition reimbursement
• Family care benefits
• Relocation assistance
• Inclusion, culture, and well-being programs (including physical & mental health)
• Competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, which may include:
  • Annual bonuses or other incentive plans
  • Equity awards
  • Pension or retirement benefits (e.g., 401(k) company match)
  • Health and wellness programs, fitness centers
  • Insurance benefits (e.g., medical, dental, vision, life, and disability)
  • Paid time off
  • Family support benefits

Pay

Salary Range (hourly): $21.78 - $39.13

Schedule

• 3rd shift: 10 PM – 8:30 AM
• Potential for 1-2 weekend days
• Occasional on-call or weekend work may be requested