Title: Biomanufacturing Technician I
Location: Memphis, TN
Duration: 6+ months (Temp to Hire)
Shift: 12-hr Shifts (Pick any of the below shift as per your preference)
• 1st Shift: 06:00am-06:30pm (2 shifts on, 2 shifts off, 3 shifts on, 2 shifts off, 2 shifts on, 3 shifts off with the 3-days falling Friday – Sunday)
OR
• 2nd Shift: 10:30am-11:00pm (2 shifts on, 2 shifts off, 3 shifts on, 2 shifts off, 2 shifts on, 3 shifts off with the 3-days falling Friday – Sunday)
AND
• Built in OT based off the 2-2-3 set up (i.e. 48 hr week + 36 hr week = 84 hours for two-week period)
NOTE:
- The position includes 6 weeks of training to ensure new hires are fully prepared.
- Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
- It is a temp-to-hire opportunity, with an expected pay increase upon conversion to a permanent role. There is a 2-6 month out window for this role.
BASIC SUMMARY:
- The Biomanufacturing Technician I is responsible for performing various manufacturing activities related to the start-up and GMP production of novel cellular products including compliance with regulatory agencies and associated guidelines.
- Obtain and maintain qualifications necessary for the performance of aseptic activities.
- Responsible for the production, formulation, and banking of cellular products (including GMP, GDP, and aseptic processing).
- Write, under supervision, GMP required documents including standard operating procedures, product specifications, equipment specifications and batch production records.
- Provide support in validation efforts related to the manufacturing process.
- Participate in all aspects of manufacturing activities including raw material support, cell culture, and continuous improvement.
- Consistently practice appropriate clean room behaviors and upkeep of clean room.
- Perform all other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate degree in a scientific field strongly preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Zero to 1 year of applicable experience in biotech or cell therapy.
- May consider less education and professional experience upon successful completion of internship program.
- Must be able to work in a clean room environment that potentially includes hazardous materials and medical equipment (including blood, tissues, and needles)
- Must have ability to perform algebraic math.