Technician I, GMP Manufacturing Support

Entry-level opportunity in the biopharmaceutical industry! Multiple positions available!

• Job Title: Technician I, GMP Manufacturing Support
• Location: Columbus, OH Metro Area
• TEMP-TO-PERM
• Rate: $20/hr.
• Shift: 8:00am-4:00pm | Mon-Fri

Summary:

Reporting to the Associate Director, GMP Manufacturing – the Technician I, GMP Manufacturing Support performs a wide range of functions crucial to gene therapy production.

This position is responsible for cleaning and sanitization of GMP equipment and facilities, preparing tubing sets, and contributing to media and buffer formulation.

This entry-level position offers an opportunity to gain foundational experience in the multifaceted support activities crucial to the production of gene therapy products.

Responsibilities:

• Perform the cleaning and sanitization of GMP manufacturing facilities and equipment, ensuring compliance with SOPs and cGMP regulations.
• Assist in media and buffer preparation under supervision, adhering to schedules, and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Assist in tube set preparation under supervision, adhering to specific procedures and documentation practices.
• Replenish cleaning and consumables supplies required for manufacturing operations, setting reorder points, and placing orders as per forecast demand.
• Maintain real-time and accurate documentation; perform the manufacturing review of logbooks, MPR’s, and associated documents.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving minor equipment or process-related issues under the guidance of senior team members.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including GMP Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Product Development, to support efficient manufacturing operations.
• Assist in equipment setup, inventory management, and material requests for cleaning and manufacturing activities.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives, providing feedback and suggestions to enhance department related processes and improve efficiency.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean workspace.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or laboratory environment is preferred.
• Exposure to facility or equipment cleaning and sanitization, media and buffer preparation, or equipment building and setup is preferred.
• Experience following SOPs or other protocols/work instructions.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn and use manufacturing software.

Physical Requirements:

This position works in both a laboratory environment and typical office environment where the physical work demands will vary depending on the specific tasks and duties required of the job. The employee will be stationary (standing/sitting) for extended periods of time. Employees regularly wear personal protective equipment based on the task being performed. Must be able to work in a confined space, such as a clean room or laboratory environment. Ability to identify small details within the field of vision, distinguish between different colors, and accurately identify objects within a specific area