Biomanufacturing Associate II

GSK•King of Prussia, PA

About The Position

The Biopharm Manufacturing Associate II performs large-scale production operations under the direction of senior personnel. Work includes fermentation or cell culture operations, solution preparation, chromatographic separation, filtration and concentration, autoclaving and washing process assemblies, and cleaning and upkeep of production areas. The associate interacts with automated equipment and monitors and processes data while completing daily manufacturing tasks and developing competency across production areas over time. The role is part of a multi-tiered operations team responsible for producing medicines for patients. The associate follows standard operating procedures and batch instructions, maintains accurate documentation and data integrity, and contributes to safety, compliance, investigations, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement. The position also involves coordinating with production support groups and cross-functional teams on engineering, validation, and technology transfer activities. Some work may take place outside the production suite or off-site, such as supporting factory acceptance testing (FAT).

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) and cGMP manufacturing experience; or an Associate's degree from Montgomery County Community College in Biotechnology or a related technical field and cGMP manufacturing experience; or a high school degree and at least 1 year of cGMP manufacturing experience.
Ability to follow detailed processing instructions and accurately complete required documentation.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated high performance.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work well in a team environment.
Skills or knowledge in biopharmaceuticals, bioprocessing, cell line development, experimental methods, or technology transfer.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate GSK Values—Patient Focus, Transparency, Respect, and Integrity—and Expectations—Courage, Accountability, Development, and Teamwork—in daily work and interactions.
Safely and compliantly complete and document daily manufacturing tasks in accordance with standard operating procedures, batch document instructions, and logbooks, while maintaining good documentation and data integrity practices.
Work proactively with senior staff to develop competency in production operations.
Support cross-functional engineering, validation, and technology transfer activities, providing proactive safety and compliance input before execution; activities may involve work outside the production suite or off-site, including FAT support.
Monitor equipment and critical process parameters, escalate issues or abnormalities, and participate in resulting troubleshooting activities.
Maintain competency with current and emerging digital platforms, including SAP, EBR, and AR/VR.
Learn and assess the production schedule daily and ensure processing equipment and necessary materials are available.
Participate transparently in investigations arising from safety or compliance issues.
Participate in safety and compliance initiatives and help solve technical and organizational problems with teams of experts.
Contribute to continuous improvement in safety, quality, and schedule and cost performance.
Perform production operations such as fermentation or cell culture, solution preparation, chromatographic separation, filtration and concentration, autoclaving, parts washing, and area cleaning and upkeep.