Manufacturing Technician

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician

Job Description

The Manufacturing Technician performs cGMP manufacturing operations in a fast-growing, innovative life sciences environment. This role operates automated manufacturing equipment, completes accurate production documentation, and supports root cause investigations and quality activities. The position offers the opportunity to work in GLP and GMP spaces, contribute to manufacturing-related research and development, and grow with a rapidly expanding startup supported by strong funding and an advancing product line.

Responsibilities

• Perform cGMP manufacturing operations in accordance with documented procedures and approved batch records.
• Operate automated manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently while monitoring and recording in-process data.
• Complete production and testing records following Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and all applicable quality standards.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and Good Documentation Practices (GDP) requirements at all times.
• Contribute to root cause analyses and manufacturing investigations to resolve issues and prevent recurrence.
• Support manufacturing-related research and development (R&D) activities as needed to improve processes and products.
• Support quality control activities as needed, including documentation, data collection, and coordination with quality teams.
• Collaborate effectively in a team environment to meet production schedules and quality targets.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work area in line with GLP, GMP, and company standards.

Essential Skills

• Experience working in a GMP manufacturing environment, preferably in biopharmaceutical, pharmaceutical, medical device, or related life science manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience performing cGMP manufacturing operations according to documented procedures and batch records.
• Ability to operate automated manufacturing equipment and accurately record in-process data.
• Knowledge of Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and ability to complete production and testing records accurately and legibly.
• Understanding of root cause analysis and investigations in a manufacturing or quality setting.
• Familiarity with batch records, including reviewing and recording information in compliance with GMP standards.
• Ability to follow SOPs, GMP, and GDP requirements consistently and precisely.
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Experience in biology, life sciences, or a closely related technical field.
• Associate degree in a life science field OR 2+ years of biopharma manufacturing experience in a GMP environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in biopharma, pharmaceutical manufacturing, or medical device production.
• Exposure to GLP and quality-focused environments.
• Prior involvement in root cause failure analysis and manufacturing investigations.
• Comfort working in a dynamic startup environment with evolving processes and rapid growth.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to documentation accuracy and data integrity.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and support R&D and quality control activities as needed.

Work Environment

This role is 100% onsite and based initially in Woburn, with the facility relocating to Allston in Q4; the Manufacturing Technician must be able to work at both locations. The position follows a first-shift schedule, Monday through Friday. The work environment includes GLP and GMP manufacturing spaces with automated equipment, batch record documentation, and close collaboration with manufacturing, quality control, and R&D teams. The culture emphasizes teamwork, continuous improvement, and growth within a rapidly expanding startup supported by strong funding and a diverse product line.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Woburn, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Woburn, MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Woburn,MA.

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