Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing Associate II

GSK • Upper Merion Township, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing Associate II supports a dynamic operations team producing medicines and vaccines for global patients. Under senior supervision, the associate performs large-scale production work, operates automated equipment, monitors process data, completes daily manufacturing activities, and develops proficiency across production areas. The role collaborates with colleagues in manufacturing, engineering, quality, and safety to improve safety, quality, and operational efficiency.

The position is based on-site at a manufacturing location in the United States. The associate follows standard operating procedures and batch records, maintains documentation and data integrity, prepares equipment and materials according to the production schedule, escalates equipment or process anomalies, and participates in troubleshooting and safety or compliance investigations. The role may also support cross-functional engineering, validation, technology transfer, or factory acceptance testing activities. Shift work may be required to support 24/7 manufacturing operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of cGMP manufacturing experience; or an associate degree in Biotechnology, Biological Sciences, or a related technical field with cGMP experience; or a bachelor’s degree in a relevant science or engineering field.
• Familiarity with good documentation practices and basic data integrity concepts.

Nice To Haves

• BS/BA in life sciences, engineering, computer science, or information systems.
• Experience with biopharmaceutical production operations such as fermentation, cell culture, chromatography, or filtration.
• Hands-on experience with electronic batch records or SAP.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and an analytical mindset.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in team environments.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.
• Ability to follow detailed written instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Willingness to work shifts as required for 24/7 manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate GSK’s culture and values, including ambition for patients, accountability for results, and integrity.
• Safely and compliantly complete and document daily manufacturing activities according to standard operating procedures, batch records, and logbooks.
• Collaborate with senior staff to develop proficiency in production operations.
• Support cross-functional engineering, validation, and technology transfer initiatives, providing safety and compliance insights before execution.
• Perform occasional off-site or out-of-suite work, such as factory acceptance testing, when required.
• Monitor equipment and critical process parameters, escalate issues or anomalies promptly, and participate in troubleshooting.
• Develop and maintain proficiency with digital platforms such as SAP, Electronic Batch Record, and Augmented/Virtual Reality technologies.
• Review the production schedule daily and ensure processing equipment and required materials are prepared and available.
• Participate transparently in investigations related to safety or compliance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED