Bioprocess Associate I (Downstream) - Nights

LOTTE BIOLOGICS USA, LLC • Syracuse, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Bioprocess Associate I trains to become proficient in operating production equipment within Manufacturing Operations, including Inoculum, Cell Culture, and Purification. Work follows detailed procedures and batch records and must meet cGMP and safety requirements. The role is based in a medium-scale production facility with classified areas that require appropriate PPE, specified gowning, and clean hygiene to maintain environmental specifications.

The position involves training in equipment setup, operation, and cleaning; preparing buffers, media, and reagents; documenting work accurately; monitoring process parameters; and escalating abnormal conditions and safety, quality, or maintenance events. The role requires teamwork, adherence to scheduled work, and maintaining a clean, orderly environment while building and maintaining proficiency through training.

The work environment includes manufacturing, laboratory, and office spaces, with limited exposure to noise above 85 dBA, hazardous chemicals, and equipment temperature extremes. The role includes contact with hazardous materials such as caustics, acids, and steam. Shift work, weekends, holidays, and overtime are required. The schedule is 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. on a rotating 48/36-hour schedule.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to follow written instructions, verify data, and accurately document results.
• Ability to collaborate with teammates to execute scheduled work safely and compliantly.
• Familiarity with common computer tools, such as web-based applications.
• A continuous improvement mindset and desire to learn and contribute to a culture of excellence.
• Ability to work shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Ability to perform frequent bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling, climbing, and reaching; repetitive use of arms, hands, and wrists; and grasping.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance on an infrequent basis.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of science generally attained through studies resulting in a B.S. in science, engineering, biochemistry, or a related discipline, or equivalent.
• Experience in aseptic technique and mammalian cell culture.
• Familiarity with general chemistry, microbiology, or clean room operations.
• Prior manufacturing experience.
• Prior experience with cGMP operations or aseptic technique.
• Mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Train for proficiency in setting up, operating, and cleaning production and support equipment within assigned functional areas.
• Prepare buffers, media, and reagents.
• Work dependably as a team member, demonstrating commitment to safety, quality, and compliance.
• Recognize and report safety, quality, and maintenance events to area management.
• Maintain accurate documentation.
• Monitor process parameters and escalate abnormal conditions.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
• Achieve and maintain proficiency through training.

What This Job Offers

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