Job Title: Manufacturing Support Associate – Night Shift (6pm – 6am)
Contract Duration: 12 Months
Location: East Syracuse, NY 13057
Pay Rate: $21.50 Hourly
Schedule: Fixed shift schedule. 36 hours the first week, 48 hours the next week, alternating. DAY: 6AM - 6PM, NIGHT: 6 pm – 6 am. Must be willing to work scheduled holidays, weekends, and overtime. This is a NIGHT shift role.
Qualifications:
- The Manufacturing Support Associate provides operational support to biopharmaceutical manufacturing operations through the execution of cleaning, sanitization, reagent preparation, and other support activities within a GMP classified cleanroom environment.
- Work is performed in controlled biologics production areas requiring adherence to gowning procedures, cleanroom hygiene standards, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
- This is not a laboratory-based position.
- This is an entry-level, 100% onsite role. Comprehensive training in GMP practices, safety procedures, and job-specific functions will be provided.
Responsibilities:
- Perform cleaning and sanitization of classified manufacturing suites and controlled areas in accordance with approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- E xecute equipment cleaning activities, including manual cleaning and Clean-in-Place (CIP) processes, for production vessels, transfer lines, and ancillary manufacturing equipment as required.
- Replenish materials and supplies and perform a variety of operational support tasks to ensure successful execution of manufacturing activities.
- Sustain a clean and orderly work environment, always maintaining inspection-ready conditions.
- Safely handle hazardous materials including caustics, acids, disinfectants, and steam systems in accordance with Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) guidelines.
- Prepare cleaning agents, disinfectants, buffers, and process-related reagents according to approved SOPs and manufacturing documentation.
- Perform required calculations, measurements, and dilutions to ensure accurate reagent preparation.
- Identify and escalate abnormal conditions, safety concerns, or deviations from procedures.
- Complete and maintain accurate, timely documentation in cleaning logs, batch records, and electronic systems.
- Adhere to cGMP requirements, site policies, and quality systems.
- Participate in training programs to achieve and maintain qualification for assigned tasks.
Responsibilities (Qualifications):
- High school diploma.
- Ability to follow written procedures, verify data, perform basic mathematical calculations, and accurately document results while executing work in a safe and compliant manner.
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment to execute scheduled activities.
- Strong communication skills.
- Basic proficiency with computer systems, Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook), and web-based applications.
- Possess a continuous improvement mindset, a desire to learn, and a drive to contribute to a culture of excellence and our mission of delivering benefits to patients worldwide.
Preferred:
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Background in Science related field.
- Prior manufacturing experience.
- Prior experience or familiarity with cGMP operations or aseptic technique.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
- Work is performed in classified cleanroom environments requiring gowning and extended periods in PPE.
- Position includes physical demands such as bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling, climbing, reaching, and prolonged standing.
- Infrequent unassisted lifting up to 50 lbs may be required.
- Regular exposure to cleaning chemicals, disinfectants, and steam systems.