Lentivirus Manufacturing Operator

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions to deliver breakthroughs that profoundly impact health for humanity.

About Innovative Medicine

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.

Responsibilities

• Perform process unit operations according to standard operating procedures and batch records, and record production data and information in a clear, concise format according to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Perform tasks on time in a manner consistent with safety policies, quality systems, and cGMP requirements.
• Execute production activities common to cell culture in shake flasks and wave bioreactor, cell counting methods (i.e., Vi-Cell), thawing, passaging, aseptic technique/processing, chromatography columns or filtration (TFF, DF), filter integrity test, GE AKTA systems and/or microfiltration/ultrafiltration systems, purification, automated filler (i.e., FP50), and sterile filling using appropriate techniques.
• Perform tasks related to single-use bioreactor operations including bioreactor setup, sampling and monitoring, and disassembly.
• Work in a team-based, cross-functional environment to complete production tasks required by shift schedule.
• Aid in the development of manufacturing processes including appropriate documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement of manufacturing operations leveraging own observation as well as input of team members.
• Handle virus and human-derived materials in containment areas.

Requirements

• A High School diploma with 1-2 years of related work experience OR an Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in a related field (i.e., Chemical Engineering, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or Biochemistry) is required.
• Experience in manufacturing, maintenance, quality, testing, or engineering areas is preferred.
• Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) is preferred.
• Experience in the Pharmaceuticals or Biopharmaceuticals industry is preferred.
• Experience in an aseptic and manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Proficiency in English (verbal and written), as well as good communication skills are required.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. and to stand for long periods of time are required.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) is required.
• Availability to work a day shift is required.
• Ability to accommodate changes in schedule including working in other shifts as per operational needs is required.
• This position is based in Raritan, NJ and requires up to ten percent (10%) domestic travel.

Skills

Preferred Skills: Administrative Support, Agile Manufacturing, Analytics Dashboards, Chemistry, Manufacturing and Control (CMC), Communication, Data Compilation, Data Savvy, Execution Focus, Gap Analysis, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Operational Excellence, Plant Operations, Process Optimization, Process Oriented, Project Administration, Regulatory Compliance, Self-Awareness.

Pay

The anticipated base pay range for this position is $43,050.00 - $70,035.00.

Benefits

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.

• Vacation: 120 hours per calendar year
• Sick time: 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado – 48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington – 56 hours per calendar year
• Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays: 13 days per calendar year
• Work, Personal and Family Time: up to 40 hours per calendar year
• Parental Leave: 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
• Bereavement Leave: 240 hours for an immediate family member; 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
• Caregiver Leave: 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
• Volunteer Leave: 32 hours per calendar year
• Military Spouse Time-Off: 80 hours per calendar year