Lentivirus Manufacturing Operator

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine•Raritan, NJ

3d•$43,050 - $70,035•Onsite

About The Position

The Lentivirus Manufacturing Operator is part of the manufacturing operations team responsible for producing lentivirus vector for autologous CAR-T products in a controlled current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) cleanroom environment. The role performs production activities and process unit operations according to standard operating procedures and batch records, while maintaining accurate production documentation in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP), safety policies, quality systems, and cGMP requirements. The operator carries out cell culture, bioreactor, aseptic processing, filtration, chromatography, purification, and sterile filling activities; handles virus and human-derived materials in containment areas; and works with a cross-functional team to meet shift production schedules. The position also supports manufacturing process development and continuous improvement. It is based in Raritan, New Jersey, requires day-shift availability with flexibility to work other shifts as operational needs require, and involves up to 10% domestic travel.

Requirements

High school diploma and 1–2 years of related work experience, or an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Chemical Engineering, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or Biochemistry.
Proficiency in spoken and written English and good communication skills.
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds and stand for extended periods.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Availability to work day shift and accommodate schedule changes, including working other shifts as operational needs require.
Position is based in Raritan, New Jersey, and requires up to 10% domestic travel.

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing, maintenance, quality, testing, or engineering.
Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
Experience in the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry.
Experience in an aseptic and manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Perform process unit operations according to standard operating procedures and batch records, and record production information in accordance with Good Documentation Practices.
Complete tasks on time while following safety policies, quality systems, and cGMP requirements.
Perform production activities involving cell culture in shake flasks and wave bioreactors; cell counting; thawing; passaging; aseptic technique and processing; chromatography columns; filtration, including TFF and DF; filter integrity testing; GE AKTA systems; microfiltration and ultrafiltration systems; purification; automated filling; and sterile filling.
Set up, sample, monitor, and disassemble single-use bioreactors.
Work in a team-based, cross-functional environment to complete production tasks according to the shift schedule.
Aid in developing manufacturing processes and related documentation.
Drive continuous improvement of manufacturing operations based on personal observations and input from team members.
Handle virus and human-derived materials in containment areas.

Benefits

Pension and savings plan (401(k)), subject to the terms of the respective plans.
Eligibility to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.
Vacation: 120 hours per calendar year, subject to policy and date-of-hire terms.
Sick time: 40 hours per calendar year, with different amounts for employees residing in Colorado or Washington, subject to policy and date-of-hire terms.
Holiday pay, including floating holidays: 13 days per calendar year.
Work, Personal and Family Time: up to 40 hours per calendar year.
Parental Leave: 480 hours within one year of the birth, adoption, or foster care of a child.
Bereavement Leave: up to 240 hours for an immediate family member and 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year.
Caregiver Leave: 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period.
Volunteer Leave: 32 hours per calendar year.
Military Spouse Time-Off: 80 hours per calendar year.